Overview
HELP University offers its own home-grown LLB programme known as the HELP Bachelor of Laws (Honours) which can be completed entirely at HELP University. This comprehensive Malaysia law degree opens doors to numerous opportunities in the field of law.
The LLB programme is recognised by the Malaysian Legal Profession Qualifying Board. Graduates of HELP’s LLB programme are eligible to pursue the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) and understand a variety of legal statutes and regulations.
Graduates who complete the HELP law degree will also be granted the opportunity to enroll in selected postgraduate Master’s programmes at the ELM Graduate School, which offers a range of courses catering to various interests and careers. This enables them to broaden their understanding of civil law, justice, and the ability to navigate various legal jurisdictions.
For more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty, please download our brochure.
Why study Bachelor of Laws (Hons) at HELP?
Reading law at HELP is a journey of self-discovery and self-actualisation that inspires students to attain their full potential in the world of legal practice. Our focus is on industry training to groom employable lawyers, including future solicitors and others in various law-related careers.
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Our course focus is on industry training to groom employable lawyers through a well-structured academic module.
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We aim to impart core competencies and attributes sought by employers, including skills in research, analysis, advocacy, drafting, and collaboration. These skills are crucial in navigating the complex landscape of civil law and justice.
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Our learning and teaching systems include law skills, legal skills and practice, peer teaching, research projects, case studies, professional development, and field trips to court and other legal settings. These elements provide a holistic experience.
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A teaching faculty who are experienced, dedicated and qualified, some of whom were former practitioners who have turned to full-time academic life, ensuring that students receive a quality education grounded in real-world experience.
Programme Overview
These are the subjects and electives that you will take as part of the programme.
Programme Details
- 2 hours of lectures and 1 hour of tutorials per week for each subject with additional of 32 hours of blended-learning activities in a long semester (14 weeks)
- 3 hours of workshop per week for a practical subject in a long semester (14 weeks)
- 2 hours of lectures and 2 hours of tutorials per week for a substantive subject with additional of 21 hours of blended learning activities in a short semester (7 weeks)
- 6 hours of workshop per week for practical subjects in a short semester (7 weeks)
- 3 semesters per academic year with two (2) long
Year 1
(Long Semester)
- LLB101A Malaysian Legal System A
- LLB102A Law of Contract A
- LLB103A Constitutional Law A
- LLB104A Criminal Law A
(Long Semester)
- LLB101B Malaysian Legal System B
- LLB102B Law of Contract B
- LLB103B Constitutional Law B
- LLB104B Criminal Law B
(Short Semester)
- LLB105A Legal Skills A
- MPU 1
- MPU 1
Year 2
- DL6 Land Law
- DL7 Law of Tort
- DL8 Law of Evidence
- DL10 Legal Practice
- DL11 Company Law
Year 3
(Long Semester)
- LLB301A Law of Equity & Trust A
- LLB302 Corporate Law
- LLB304A Legal Practice A
- One (1) elective
(Long Semester)
- LLB301B Law of Equity & Trust B
- LLB303 Probate Law
- LLB305B Legal Practice B
- One (1) elective
(Short Semester)
- LLB304 Law of Evidence
- MPU 3
- MPU 4
Electives for Year 2 & 3
- LLB401 Commercial Law
- LLB402 Administrative Law
- LLB403 Jurisprudence & Legal Theory
- LLB404 Company Law
- LLB405 Fundamentals of Employment Law
- LLB406 Related Areas in Employment Law
- LLB407 Copyright Law & Related Areas
- LLB408 Patent & Trademark Law
- LLB409 ICT & E-Commerce Law
- LLB410 Data Governance Law
- LLB411 International
You will need to fulfill one of these entry requirements to join the program.
Entry Requirements
MUET Band 4
AND any of the following:
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- A pass in STPM, with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any TWO
(2) subjects; or any equivalent qualification; OR
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- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid (good);
• Any qualifications equivalent to Diploma (Level 4, MQF); or any equivalent qualification;
• Matriculation/Foundation qualification with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0; or any equivalent qualification.
* All results must be obtained in ONE EXAMINATION SITTING as stipulated by the Malaysian Legal Profession Qualifying Board.
A credit in Bahasa Melayu at SPM is required for students intending to practise Law in Malaysia as required by the Malaysian Legal Profession Qualifying Board.
For JPA recognition, students must have completed their CLP.
Admission to the Profession
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Hons, students may pursue the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) in Malaysia, aligning with national legislation and academic regulations.
Here are the career pathways for graduates who complete the Bachelor of Laws (Hons) programme. The graduates can further their studies and obtain a postgraduate degree to unlock more career opportunities across a variety of interests.
Career Pathways for Law Graduates
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- Judge
- Judge’s Associate
- Legal Counsel
- Paralegal
- Mediator
- Immigration Lawyer
- Contracts Manager
- Academia and Education
- Banking and Finance
- Policy Analyst
- Legal Advisors
- Human Resource
- Development Agencies or NGOs
- Company Secretary
- Entrepreneurs
- Insurance
- Forensic Investigator
- Oil & Gas Companies
- Journalism, Broadcasting and Media
- Knowledge Manager in a Legal Firm
