University of Malaya (UM)

Overview of Master of Laws in University of Malaya (UM) Malaysia

This program consists of coursework only.
A candidate for the Master of Laws is required to demonstrate ability to carry out under guidance, research of high quality and to relate the research to the broader legal framework. At the end of the course, the candidate should demonstrate ability to present well written work and demonstrate competence in the chosen field of law.

SUBJECTS

PROGRAME CODE    : LQA
MODE OF STUDY      : COURSEWORK
TOTAL CREDIT          : 44 CREDITS

Core courses

(Note : [1]  - Compulsory for foreign graduates.)

Elective courses

• Local Graduates select 7 Elective Courses
• Foreign Graduates select 6 Elective Courses

CAREER PROSPECTS

Career options in a variety of organizations such as :

1. A private law firm
2. A bar association
3. A law school
4. A legal clinic

Candidate might also pursue one of these law-related careers :

1. In communications
2. In computer and technology law
3. Consulting with a law firm
4. In education
5. In law enforcement
6. In politics
7. In banking and financial services

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants for the LLM programmes at the University of Malaya must satisfy the following requirements:

1. A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA of 3.0 and above or its equivalent; or
2. A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA from 2.70 to 2.99 or its equivalent and one (1) of the criteria below, or:
   1. relevant work experience;
   2. publication in the relevant field;
   3. applicant is a scholarship holder;
   4. applicant is a University of Malaya graduate.
3. A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA from 2.50 to 2.69 and two (2) of the criteria below:
   1. relevant work experience;
   2. publication in the relevant field;
   3. applicant is a scholarship holder;
   4. applicant is a University of Malaya graduate.