To better suit your career interests, we offer you two versions of our Bachelor of Law degree program:
- The three-year Bachelor of Law degree is designed to prepare you for the next stage of your career as a Lawyer while allowing you to enter the workforce quickly.
- A four-year degree in law will provide you with a solid foundation in the legal system, as well as hands-on experience and an understanding of the social and ethical context in which the legal system operates.
About Bachelor of Law
Gain an in-depth understanding of legal knowledge and the practical application of the law in any area with the 100% online Bachelor of Law. Prepare for a successful career and become a well-rounded lawyer by developing key transferable skills including research and analysis, team working, presentation and writing skills.
REQUIRED COURSES
Stage I
Constitutional, Administrative and Local Government Law
Law of Contract(iv)
Law of Torts
Legal Context, Skills and Ethics ½
Human Rights and Civil Liberties ½
Equity, Trusts and Wills ½
Remedies in Private Law ½
Stage II
Criminal Law
Land Law
Employment and Labour Law
Family Law and Succession ½
Law of evidence ½
Medical Law and Ethics ½
Conveyancing ½
Stage III
Banking Law and Practice
Company Law and Business Associations
Intellectual Property Law
Media and Information Law
Commercial and Consumer
Protection Law
Law of International Trade ½
Alternative Dispute Resolution ½
Stage IV
Civil and Criminal Procedure Rules
Environmental and Mining Law
Directed Research (Dissertation)
Moot Court,Legal Writing and Drafting
Accounting for Lawyers ½
Jurisprudence ½
Conveyancing ½
Electives
Law of Taxation
Competition Law
Legal Aid Clinic
Insolvency Law
International Bussiness Law
Investment Law
Insurance Law
Duration
The programme will be offered through eLearning under the Directorate of Distance Education and Open Learning for duration of 4 Years.
Overview
Obtain in-depth knowledge by further exploration of topics studied through traditional classroom means, combined with tutorials, assignments, tests, group work, and independent study.
The distance learning Bachelor of Law program is designed to best accommodate your needs, allowing you to pursue your career goals without having to sacrifice your current commitments of work, life, and family.
Tuition and Fees
Disclaimer: When budgeting for college, you should consider both direct and indirect expenses. All fees are subject for review.
*Average monthly payments of Zambian 1950 ZMW – International 157.50 USD
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Admissions Requirements
- O-levels – 6 credits or better score in 5 subjects, including English. Passing Maths is mandatory with no minimum score.
- National Students – NRC/Zambian Passport
- International Students – Passports
- Application fee of 200 ZMW/25 USD
Department Contact Info
Ecampus
P.O Box 21692, Jambo Drive, Kitwe, Zambia
admissions@ecampus.cbu.ac.zm
Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.