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What is an LLB?
LLB is short for Bachelors of Legislative Law. An LLB (Hons) Law degree entails studying various legal aspects such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, Land Law along with essential skills of mediating, negotiating and engaging in practical legal skills including legal research, writing, and advocacy. A degree in Law prepares you for professional practice by gaining insights into the legal profession and developing employability skills.
Needless to say lawyers are an important building block of any functioning society. They play a significant role in shaping societies, ensuring justice and upholding the rule of law. Studying law educates individuals about their legal rights and responsibilities within society and trains them to become advocates for justice and protectors of society.
Individuals with an LLB degree can pursue various careers as a lawyer, advocate, legal consultant or other related professions in the legal sector, corporate organisations, government and non-government organisations, academia and more. The versatility of an LLB degree allows graduates to pursue a wide variety of career pathways.
Introduction to the University of Bolton Islamabad
The University of Greater Manchester Islamabad is Pakistan’s First HEC-accredited UK University Campus.The brand new campus spanning over 25 Acres (200 Kanal), stands as a direct launch of the University of Greater Manchester in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. Ranking as a Guardian Top 30 University and 1st in the Northwest for Teaching Quality and Student Satisfaction, the University of Bolton Islamabad offers multitudes of degree programmes, one of which is LLB (Hons) Law.
Embarking on the journey to get higher education in Pakistan can be both exciting and daunting, especially when choosing a programme as significant as LLB (Hons) Law.
At the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad, the LLB (Hons) Law programme stands as a beacon of excellence, offering a pathway to a rewarding and dynamic career in the field of law.
Just like navigating through multitudes of options for degrees can be confusing, choosing the right law programme also requires careful consideration and insight. The impact of this decision is crucial for future career opportunities and pathways.
Why Choose the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad for Your LLB?
As a student at the University of Greater Manchester, you will benefit from the University of Greater Manchester UK-curriculum, international collaborations, and industry partnerships.
Being 1st in the Northwest for teaching quality and student satisfaction, the students at the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad will be studying the exact same curriculum as the University of Greater Manchester, UK.
At the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad, we take pride in being accredited by the HEC, ensuring that our programmes meet the meticulous standards set for quality education worldwide.
At UOBI, we take pride in our student-focused approach to learning; through quality teaching, passionate lecturers, supportive learning environment, great facilities, and on graduation, internships and job placements through our strong industry linkages.
The University of Greater Manchester Islamabad offers a multitude of facilities to its students some of which include
- Moot courts: Our purpose-built Moot Law Court allows students to participate in mooting debates and mock legal hearings, enhancing their advocacy and forensic skills.
- Link tutors: Individuals assigned for connecting the students and faculty directly to the teaching faculty at the University of Greater Manchester in Greater Manchester. Each student has a Personal Tutor who is responsible for support and guidance.
- Library: Students benefit from a dedicated library, access to online legal databases such as Lexis Library and Westlaw, and guidance from research-active academic staff. We maintain strong partnerships with local law firms and legal service providers, offering opportunities for work shadowing, guest lectures, and networking events.
- Legal Advice Centre: Our Legal Advice Centre provides compulsory work placements, allowing students to gain practical experience by assisting the public with legal enquiries. The course equips students with sought-after skills such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, and teamwork, which are highly valued by employers.
- Faculty: Our diverse faculty ensures the students at The University of Greater Manchester gain a practical understanding and exposure to the field of law. Our faculty consists of highly qualified and trained professionals from the UK as well as Pakistan with vast experience in teaching.
Course Structure and Modules
The programme structure of LLB (Hons) Law entails both Core modules and Optional modules.
| Core Modules | Optional Modules |
|---|---|
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English Legal System and Foundation Legal Skills |
Employment Law |
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Contract Law |
Study the principles and practices of employment law |
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Criminal Law |
Family Law |
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Public Law |
Company Law |
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Equity and Trusts |
Intellectual Property Law |
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Professionals in Practice |
Jurisprudence |
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Law of Tort |
Advanced Legal Practice |
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European Law |
International Human Rights Law |
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Land Law |
Sports Law |
|
Legal Skills |
Medical Law and Ethics |
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Preparation for Practice |
Professional Standards and the Commercial Environment |
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Professional Standards and the Commercial Environment |
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Dissertation |
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The LLB (Hons) Law Programme is completed over 3 years for full time study. The programme requires that you achieve 360 credits in total.
A range of teaching and learning methods is deployed on the programme including lectures, seminars, tutorials, technology enhanced applications, moots, debates, role plays and student presentations.The lectures are followed by small group seminars during which students are required to undertake a variety of tasks, many of which involve the student applying his/her knowledge and understanding of a topic to case studies, which are based on a range of legal problems.
Additional tutorials are available on a weekly basis and provide an opportunity for students to seek clarification of issues arising from lectures and seminar activities.
Career Opportunities with an LLB
Graduates can pursue careers as solicitors, barristers, paralegals, legal executives, or legal secretaries. The LLB (Hons) Law course also provides a solid foundation for roles in business, government, and non-profit organisations. The degree offers a variety of transferable skills which are attractive for a variety of employers.
The University of Greater Manchester Islamabad is committed to producing competent legal professionals. Our LLB (Hons) Law course will provide you with the professional competencies of functioning legal knowledge and applied skills as required for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination to become a solicitor in England and Wales.
It also satisfies the Academic Stage of training to become a barrister in accordance with the Bar Standards Board.
Student Support
At Pakistan’s first HEC-accredited UK university campus, the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad, we offer comprehensive career counselling services to support your career development journey. The student support services available to LLB students include career advisory, where guidance is provided to all students to navigate through job dynamics and make informed decisions about their education and career.
Each programme is managed by a Programme Leader and each student has a Personal Tutor who is responsible for support and guidance. Link tutors are available to connect students with faculty and tutoring facilities abroad at the Greater Manchester branch of University of Bolton.
Why an LLB is a Worthwhile Investment
Earning an LLB (Bachelor of Laws) degree offers significant long-term value in terms of career growth and financial stability.
LLB graduates typically enjoy favourable salaries. In Pakistan, for example, entry-level lawyers can earn competitive salaries, and experienced legal professionals often earn higher salaries.
A misconception about studying Law is that studying Law would limit their career prospects to traditional legal roles. However, an LLB degree offers versatile skills that are transferable across various industries and sectors. Legal training equips graduates with critical thinking, analytical, research, communication, and negotiation skills that are valuable in diverse professional settings beyond traditional legal practice.
Conclusion
The University of Greater Manchester Islamabad offers a great opportunity to students to apply for the LLB (Hons) Law programme. The comprehensive UK curriculum, expert faculty and link tutors ensure the students have essential legal knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in the field.
Administrations are now open for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 at the University of Greater Manchester Islamabad! Apply now and secure your spot.
