B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

Duration
5 Years
Eligibility

A candidate seeking admission to the B.B.A.LLB (Hons.), B.A.LLB. (Hons.) Programs should have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from any recognized board with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate. Should an age limit to such admission be mandated by the prescribed authority, the same will be binding on such admissions. Candidates, whose age is above 20 years as on July 01 on the year of admission, shall furnish an undertaking to the university to this effect.

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The Integrated 5-year BA LL.B.[Hons.] program leading to the award of the bachelor's degree [Honors] in that discipline, provides a strong foundation and insight into the political factors that influence policies to transform themselves into law and highlights the intricate relationship between Legislations and Social problems. Aimed at creating socially sensitive sentinels of justice, this program integrates courses in political science, sociology and economics with the courses in law for students who prefer to build their careers as lawyers, judges and advocates in the state and central judicial institutions of the country as well as serve as the watchdogs of the nation through careers in civil services of the country. National and multinational corporations offer diverse career opportunities in legal services and departments, covering areas like international trade and commerce, intellectual property rights, global mobility and international laws. The emergence of LPO [Legal Process Outsourcing] has led to career opportunities in several specialized legal services, particularly in Legal Research.

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

Programme Overview

The integrated 5-year B.A. LL.B. [Hons.] program leading to the award of the bachelor's degree [Honors] in that discipline provides a strong foundation and insight into the political factors that influence policies to transform themselves into law and highlights the intricate relationship between legislations and social problems. Aimed at creating socially sensitive sentinels of justice, this program integrates courses in political science, sociology, and economics with the courses in law for students who prefer to build their careers as lawyers, judges, and advocates in the state and central judicial institutions of the country as well as serve as the watchdogs of the nation through careers in civil services of the country. 

Course Curriculum

  • 01Introduction to Political Science - BAL1001
  • 02Microeconomics - BAL1002
  • 03Legal Methods and Indian Legal System - LAW1102
  • 04Law of Contract – I - LAW2122
  • 05Legal Language and Legal Writing - LAW1009
  • 06Foundations of Mooting and Legal Advocacy - LAW1112
  • 07Foundations of Digital Competency in Law - CSA1706
  • 01Ancient and Medieval Political Thinkers - LAW2036
  • 02Macro Economics - BBA1006
  • 03Law of Torts including Motor Vehicles Accidents and Consumer Protection Laws - LAW2121
  • 04Law of Contract – II - LAW2025
  • 05Foundation of Legal Rhetoric and Persuasion - ENG2022
  • 06Open Elective – I - OExxxx
  • 07Introduction to Soft Skill - PPS1009
  • 01Modern Political Thinkers - BAL4003
  • 02Indian Economy - BAL4001
  • 03Introduction to Sociology - BAL2007
  • 04Family Law – I - LAW2026
  • 05Constitutional Law – I - LAW2024
  • 06Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita – I - LAW2125
  • 07Open Elective – II - OExxxx
  • 08Problem Solving through Aptitude - APT3001
  • Core Courses Public Administration: Core Concepts – BAL2004
    Indian Government and Politics – BAL2013
    Structure of Indian Society – BAL2016
    Family Law – II – LAW3005
    Constitutional Law – II – LAW3003
    Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita – II – LAW2126
  • Discipline Elective 1 Cyber Law – LAW8007
    Banking and Insurance Law – LAW3028
    Private International Law – LAW4064
  • Skill-Based / MAC Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development – CHE7601
  • Core Courses International Relations – BAL2020
    Society and Law – BAL4002
    Company Law – LAW2127
    Intellectual Property Rights Law – LAW2054
    Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam – LAW2034
    Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act – I – LAW2049
  • Discipline Elective 2 Law and Forensic Science – LAW3025
    International Trade Law – LAW2106
    Sports Law – LAW3016
  • Skill-Based / MAC Technology for Lawyers – CSE1501
  • Core Courses Jurisprudence – LAW2027
    Administrative Law – LAW2029
    Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act – II – LAW2050
    Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita – I – LAW2108
  • Discipline Elective 3 Bio-Diversity Protection – LAW4077
    Law and Economics – LAW2019
    International Humanitarian and Refugee Law – LAW3026
  • Corporate and Commercial Law (Honours 1 & 2) Competition Law – LAW4021
    Mergers & Acquisition – LAW4034
  • Criminal Law (Honours 1 & 2) Offences Against Child and Juvenile Offence – LAW4059
    Criminology, Penology and Victimology – LAW4090
  • Constitutional & Administrative Law (Honours 1 & 2) Human Rights Law and Practice – LAW4006
    Technology and Media – LAW4091
  • Technology and Intellectual Property Law (Honours 1 & 2) Information Technology Law – LAW4029
    Patent Law and Innovation in Tech Industry – LAW4092
  • International Trade Law (Honours 1 & 2) Private International Trade Law – LAW2101
    Dispute Settlement and International Trade Law and Investment Law – LAW4093
  • Core Courses Public International Law – LAW2055
    Labour and Industrial Law – I – LAW2028
    Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita – II – LAW2109
    Interpretation of Statutes – LAW2124
  • Discipline Elective – IV Bioethics and Law – LAW3027
    Financial Market Regulation – LAW4027
    Election Law – LAW2102
  • Corporate and Commercial Law (Hons. 3 & 4) Securities Law – LAW4019
    Bankruptcy & Insolvency Law – LAW4111
  • Criminal Law (Hons. 3 & 4) Transnational Organised Crimes – LAW4094
    International Criminal Law – LAW4054
  • Constitutional & Administrative Law (Hons. 3 & 4) Gender Justice and Feminist Jurisprudence – LAW4007
    Public Policy, Law and Governance – LAW4097
  • Technology and Intellectual Property Law (Hons. 3 & 4) Copyright, Trademark and Design in the Digital Era – LAW4095
    Trade Secret and Technology Transfer – LAW4089
  • International Trade Law (Hons. 3 & 4) Law of International Commercial Arbitration – LAW4096
    Law of Intellectual Property in International Trade – LAW4098
  • Core Courses Property Law – LAW2032
    Law of Taxation – LAW3010
    Labour and Industrial Law – II – LAW2030
  • Discipline Elective 5 Agriculture and Law – LAW2100
    Artificial Intelligence and Law – LAW3024
    Right to Information Law and Practices – LAW3013
  • Corporate and Commercial Law (Hons. 5) International Commercial Arbitration – LAW4099
    Corporate Taxation – LAW4103
  • Criminal Law (Hons. 5 & 6) IT Offences – LAW4055
    Criminal Justice: Probation and Parole, Prison Administration – LAW4104
  • Constitutional & Administrative Law (Hons. 5 & 6) Constitutional Governance and Federalism – LAW4100
    Affirmative Action and Discriminative Justice – LAW4004
  • Technology and Intellectual Property Law (Hons. 5 & 6) IP and New Technology Including AI – LAW4101
    Patent Drafting and Specification Writing and IP Registration Process – LAW4105
  • International Trade Law (Hons. 5 & 6) Maritime Law – LAW4102
    International Trade Remedies – LAW4106
  • Foreign Languages Kanoon Kannada / French / German Language (Introductory) – KAN2006 / FRE1004 / GER1002
  • Core Courses Research Methodology – LAW2044
    Environmental Law – LAW2031
  • Clinical Course Arbitration and Conciliation – LAW2047
  • Discipline Elective 6 Socio-Economic Offences – LAW2104
    Air and Space Law – LAW3012
    Energy Law and Policy – LAW3014
  • Corporate and Commercial Law (Hons 7 & 8) Corporate Governance – LAW4018
    Financial Technology Law – LAW4107
  • Criminal Law (Hons 7 & 8) White Collar Crime – LAW4062
    Comparative Criminal Procedural Law – LAW4108
  • Constitutional & Administrative Law (Hons 7 & 8) Citizenship and Immigration Law – LAW4015
    Comparative Constitution – LAW4005
  • Technology and Intellectual Property Law (Hons 7 & 8) IPR in Pharma Industry – LAW4082
    Data Protection and Data Privacy Law – LAW4109
  • International Trade Law (Hons 7 & 8) Foreign Trade Law – LAW4028
    International Taxation – LAW4110
  • Skill Development Being Corporate Ready – PPS2006
  • Core Course Mediation and Negotiation – LAW2048
  • Clinical Courses Professional Ethics and Professional Accounting System – LAW1005
    Drafting, Pleading and Conveyance – LAW4001
    Moot Court and Internship – LAW3020
  • Dissertation – LAW3001

Programme Educational Objectives

After five years of successful completion of the program, the graduates shall be:

PEO-1: PU Law Graduate will have successful academic and research career.

PEO-2: PU Law graduates will have professional distinction for leading positions in law firms, corporate legal offices, the judiciary, and national, state, and local government.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to: The Law graduates are able to:

PO-1: Knowledge Application — Apply interdisciplinary knowledge from Humanities, Commerce, or Management to analyze and solve legal problems effectively.

PO-2: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving — Demonstrate critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills in legal, commercial, and societal contexts.

PO-3: Professional Ethics and Responsibility — Exhibit professional ethics, integrity, social responsibility, and commitment to justice in legal practice and dispute resolution.

PO-4: Legal Research, Communication and Technology — Formulate reasoned legal arguments, draft professional documents, and present them effectively using contemporary technological tools and digital resources.

PO-5: Clinical and Practical Skills — Demonstrate competence in clinical and practical legal tasks through moot courts, client counseling, internships, legal aid, ADR, and other hands-on legal activities.

PO-6: Legal Adaptability and Contemporary Practice — Analyze and respond to emerging legal, regulatory, and societal challenges using technology, innovative approaches, and professional judgment in legal practice, policy-making, and interdisciplinary contexts.

Programme Specific Outcomes

On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to:

PSO-1: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of substantive and procedural laws along with key concepts of political science, sociology, and economics in both domestic and global contexts.

PSO-2: Critically analyze the interface between law and society, including issues of governance, constitutionalism, human rights, social justice, and comparative political thought.

PSO-3: Apply research, advocacy, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills to address legal, constitutional, and socio-political disputes with intellectual rigor.

PSO-4: Exhibit professional ethics, integrity, and commitment to democratic values, equity, and justice in legal practice and public life.

PSO-5: Integrate interdisciplinary perspectives, technology, and contemporary research tools to contribute to policy-making, legal reforms, and community engagement for social transformation.

PSO-6: Apply clinical legal skills through moot courts, trial advocacy, legal aid, client counseling, public interest litigation, and community-based legal services, bridging theory with real-world practice.

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USP

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Integrates law with humanities and social sciences, providing a multidisciplinary approach that enhances understanding of the legal system within its broader societal context.
  • Expert Faculty & Industry Mentorship: Courses and projects are designed to build distinct skill sets in research, advocacy, and problem-solving—vital competencies for aspiring lawyers.
  • Hands-On Learning: Emphasizes experiential learning through moot court exercises, case simulations, legal aid initiatives, and seminars by legal luminaries, fostering practical skills essential for a successful legal career.
  • Global Exposure: Offers opportunities for international internships and study programs, providing exposure to global legal systems and practices.
  • Strong Industry Collaborations: Maintains partnerships with leading law firms, corporate legal departments, and public sector organizations, facilitating internships and placement opportunities.
  • Certifications & Training: Provides specialized training in emerging legal fields and certifications that enhance professional qualifications.
  • Excellent Placement Records: Graduates are well-equipped to pursue careers as legal professionals, judges, advocates, or roles in civil services, academia, policy-making, and corporate sectors.

Career Opportunities

  • Advocate

    Represent clients in courts, tribunals, and other legal forums.

  • Lawyer in Limited Liability Partnership

    Ensure legal compliance, draft agreements, manage disputes, mitigate risks, and provide counsel on regulatory, tax, and business matters to protect the LLP's interests.

  • Legal Advisor

    Provide legal counsel to corporations, NGOs, or individuals.

  • Judicial Services (Judge/Magistrate)

    Serve in the judiciary after qualifying through exams.

  • Corporate Lawyer

    Handle corporate compliance, mergers, contracts, and legal issues for companies.

  • Public Prosecutor

    Represent the state in criminal cases and prosecutions.

  • Judge Advocate General (JAG) Officer

    Provide legal counsel to the armed forces, handling military justice, legal matters related to defense operations, and ensuring compliance with military law.

  • Legal Researcher

    Assist in legal research for law firms, academic institutions, or think tanks.

  • Human Rights Advocate

    Work with NGOs or international organizations to protect human rights.

  • Legal Analyst

    Analyze laws and policies for law firms, government, or consultancy firms.

  • Paralegal Specialist

    Support legal professionals in drafting documents, research, and case preparation.

  • Policy Consultant

    Contribute to policymaking for government agencies, think tanks, or international organizations.

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