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Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at REGENT Business School is a 480-credit, NQF Level 8 undergraduate qualification, one of the few South African degrees formally classified as undergraduate while exiting at NQF Level 8.
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4 years
SAQA - 125424
NQF Level 8
480 credits

Course Overview

This four-year degree offers a well-balanced and rigorous legal education designed to develop a deep understanding of the principles, concepts, and institutions that underpin the South African and international legal systems. It provides a comprehensive exploration of substantive and procedural law, integrating theoretical frameworks with the practical skills required for legal practice, governance, and policy development.

 

Throughout the four years of study, students engage with core areas such as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Law of Contract, Law of Property, Administrative Law, and Human Rights Law. Interdisciplinary modules such as Economics, Business Communication, and Finance for Legal Practice ensure that graduates are equipped with the analytical, contextual, and business acumen necessary for the modern legal environment.

 

Whether you’re studying this LLB degree online or through campus-based contact sessions, REGENT’s flexible delivery modes allow students to balance professional, academic, and personal commitments. The curriculum emphasises both academic integrity and experiential learning, with applied modules such as Legal Research and Writing, Legal Practice (Work-Integrated Learning), and Procedural Law designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

 

Graduates of the programme will be well-prepared to pursue further professional legal training, admission to legal practice, or alternative careers in business, compliance, public service, and academia.

Objectives

This programme aims to produce competent, ethical, and socially responsible legal professionals equipped to contribute effectively to the administration of justice and the development of society. The objectives of the programme are to:

 

  • Develop Foundational Legal Knowledge: Equip students with a comprehensive understanding of key legal principles, concepts, and theories that underpin the South African legal system and its interaction with international law.
  • Promote Constitutional and Ethical Awareness: Foster an appreciation of the Constitution, human rights, and the ethical responsibilities of legal practitioners in promoting justice, equity, and the rule of law.
  • Enhance Analytical and Critical Thinking: Enable students to critically evaluate legal sources, interpret legislation, and apply legal reasoning to real-world problems with accuracy and sound judgment.
  • Build Research and Communication Skills: Cultivate the ability to conduct independent legal research, write analytically, and communicate effectively in professional and academic legal contexts.
  • Encourage Practical Competence: Integrate theoretical knowledge with experiential learning to develop professional skills in drafting, advocacy, and legal procedure through modules such as Legal Practice and Legal Research & Writing.
  • Promote Lifelong Learning and Adaptability: Encourage intellectual curiosity and ongoing professional development to ensure graduates remain adaptable to the evolving demands of the legal profession and global legal trends.
  • Advance Socio-Legal Awareness: Prepare students to engage with the intersection of law, politics, economics, and society, promoting responsible citizenship and informed participation in democratic governance.

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Programme Outcomes

On completion of the programme, a student will be able to:

 

  • Demonstrate an advanced understanding of core areas of law, including Constitutional, Criminal, Contract, Property, Administrative, and Corporate Law, and their application within the South African and international legal systems
  • Apply legal principles and reasoning to identify, analyse, and solve complex legal problems with intellectual independence, critical thinking, and sound professional judgment
  • Interpret and evaluate legal sources, such as legislation, case law, and academic commentary, to construct coherent, logical, and well-reasoned legal arguments
  • Conduct independent legal research using appropriate methodologies, locating, evaluating, and synthesising information from primary and secondary legal materials
  • Communicate effectively in legal and professional contexts, both orally and in writing, using appropriate legal terminology, referencing conventions, and persuasive argumentation techniques
  • Exhibit ethical awareness and professional responsibility, understanding the role of law and legal practitioners in upholding constitutional democracy, human rights, and the rule of law
  • Integrate theoretical and practical knowledge through Work-Integrated Learning and simulated practice modules, applying procedural and substantive law in realistic professional scenarios
  • Demonstrate an awareness of socio-legal issues, including access to justice, equity, and transformation, and their implications for governance, business, and society
  • Engage critically with global and comparative legal perspectives, recognising the interrelationship between South African law and international legal systems
  • Pursue lifelong learning and continuous professional development, adapting to evolving legal, economic, and technological environments within the legal profession

What You Will Study

The LLB comprises 36 modules across four years, all core except for six electives offered in the final year, of which students select two. Core modules plus two chosen electives total 480 credits.

Course structure and modules

Year 1

 Semester 1

  • Introduction to Law

  • Business Communications

  • Law of Persons

  • Micro-Economics

Semester 2

  • Jurisprudence (Theoretical Foundations of Law)

  • Legal Research & Writing

  • Interpretation of Law

  • Macro-Economics

Year 2

Semester 1

  • Criminal Law

  • Family Law

  • Constitutional Law

  • Law of Contract

Semester 2

  • Law of Property

  • Law of Delict

  • Human Rights Law

  • Specific Offences

Year 3

Semester 1

  • Specific Contracts

  • International Law

  • Labour Law

  • Law of Succession

Semester 2

  • Finance for Legal Practice

  • Law of Evidence

  • Cyber Law

  • Corporate Law

Year 4

Semester 1

  • Civil Procedure

  • Legal Practice 1 (WDL)

  • Criminal Procedure

  • Law of Insolvency

Semester 2

  • Administrative Law

  • Legal Practice 2 (WDL)

    Electives: (Select any two of the below electives)

  • Global Commercial Law

  • Maritime Law

  • Tax Law

  • Intellectual Property Law

  • Personal Law Systems

  • Islamic Finance and Banking Law

Career Outcomes

Graduates of this degree are equipped with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding necessary to pursue diverse and impactful career pathways within the legal, public, and corporate sectors, in South Africa and beyond. The qualification provides a strong foundation for both professional legal practice and further academic study.

 

Holders of this Bachelor of Laws in South Africa may pursue professional training and admission into the legal profession as attorneys or advocates, subject to completion of the required vocational and professional board examinations. Graduates are also well-positioned to enter related careers in compliance, corporate governance, and policy development.

 

Typical career opportunities include:

 

  • Attorney or Advocate (upon completion of professional training and admission requirements)
  • Legal Advisor in corporate, governmental, or non-profit sectors
  • Compliance Officer or Corporate Governance Specialist
  • Magistrate, Prosecutor, or Legal Researcher within the Department of Justice
  • Human Rights Advocate, Policy Analyst, or Public Interest Lawyer
  • Corporate Consultant specialising in commercial, tax, or intellectual property law
  • Academic or Legal Researcher in tertiary institutions or policy think tanks

 

The LLB also provides a strong academic platform for postgraduate studies such as the Master of Laws (LLM), Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice, or other specialist qualifications in law, governance, or public administration.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme is guided by REGENT’s institutional admissions policy and complies with the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).

Minimum Admission Requirements:

  • A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification, with admission to Bachelor’s degree studies, as certified by Umalusi, and at least 50% (Level 4) in English (Home Language or First Additional Language). A satisfactory overall average of at least 60% in the NSC or equivalent qualification is recommended.
  • A National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V) Level 4], endorsed for Bachelor’s degree admission, with at least 50% in English and an average performance consistent with degree-level study.

Alternative Admission (Mature Age / RPL): Candidates aged 23 years or older who don’t meet the formal admission requirements may be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Mature Age Entry provisions, based on relevant work experience, professional achievements, or prior learning. Such candidates will undergo an institutional assessment process to determine suitability for admission.

Additional Requirements: Proficiency in English is essential, as it is the language of instruction and assessment. Applicants may be required to undergo an admissions interview or placement assessment to evaluate academic readiness and motivation for legal studies.

Articulation Pathways: Students holding a related qualification, such as a Bachelor of Commerce in Law (NQF Level 7, 360 credits), may apply for credit transfer or advanced standing in accordance with institutional and national credit recognition policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a four-year, NQF Level 8 undergraduate qualification from REGENT Business School that provides a rigorous academic and professional foundation in South African and international law and prepares graduates for careers in legal practice, business, and public administration.

Students complete 32 modules for a total of 480 credits: 24 core modules across Years 1 to 3, 6 core modules in Year 4, and 2 of 6 available electives in the final year.

A National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with admission to Bachelor’s degree studies, at least 50% in English, and a recommended overall average of 60%. Alternative admission is available for mature-age candidates and through Recognition of Prior Learning.

REGENT Business School offers the LLB through a combination of online and campus-based contact learning, rather than distance learning alone, giving students across South Africa the flexibility to study without stepping away from work or family commitments, while still including structured engagement with lecturers and peers.

Not beyond standard CHE and SAQA registration. Admission to practice as an attorney or advocate requires completing further vocational training and professional board examinations after graduating.

Graduates can pursue admission as an attorney or advocate, or roles such as legal advisor, compliance officer, corporate governance specialist, magistrate, prosecutor, policy analyst, or corporate legal consultant.

Yes. Graduates can pursue postgraduate study such as the Master of Laws (LLM), a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice, or other specialist qualifications in law, governance, or public administration.

This Bachelor of Laws combines rigorous academic grounding in South African and international law with applied, practice-based modules, preparing graduates for both professional legal practice and a wide range of related careers.

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