Bachelor of Laws Honours (LL.B)
What is Bachelor of Laws Honours?
The Department of Law offers the Bachelor of Laws Honours (LL.B), an undergraduate degree program recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka. This four-year program provides a strong foundation in legal theory, practice, and ethics. Students gain comprehensive knowledge in areas such as constitutional law, contract law, criminal law, and international law, with added emphasis on legal research, critical thinking, and public speaking.
What sets the LL.B at KIU apart is its industry-focused curriculum that includes moot court training, mandatory legal internships with leading chambers, and a final-year dissertation to develop research expertise. Graduates can pursue careers as attorneys-at-law, legal advisors, human rights advocates, or policy consultants, or advance to postgraduate legal studies.
Why should I do Bachelor of Laws Honours?
Pursuing an LL.B degree at KIU opens the path to a fulfilling career in law and related fields. It equips you with critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of legal systems, empowering you to advocate for justice, contribute to societal change, or advance professionally as a lawyer, legal consultant, or public servant.
Why should I choose KIU for that?
Graduates of the LL.B program at KIU University have a wide array of career opportunities in the legal field. The practical training and industry placements equip them with the skills necessary to excel in various legal roles, including:
Moot Court Training: The program emphasizes practical training through moot court sessions, allowing students to gain confidence and experience in simulated courtroom settings.
Industrial Placement: A mandatory industrial placement at leading law chambers provides students with valuable industry exposure and research experience, enhancing their practical knowledge and skills.
Academia and Research: For students interested in academia or research, the program includes a dissertation component that involves conducting in-depth legal research, further expanding their expertise.
The LL.B program at KIU University not only prepares students for traditional legal careers but also equips them with the skills to adapt to evolving legal landscapes, making them valuable assets in various professional domains.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum of two Credit passes and one Simple pass in any stream (GCE A/L or London A/L) in a single sitting
- Credit pass in English and Sinhala or Tamil at GCE O/L or equivalent exam
- Equivalent international qualifications as approved by the Ministry of Higher Education
COURSE CONTENT
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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LAW1301
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Legal System of Sri Lanka
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3
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LAW1302
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Legal Method
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3
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LAW1403
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Constitutional Law
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4
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LAW1404
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Family Law
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4
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW1405
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Administrative Law
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4
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LAW1406
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Criminal Law
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4
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LAW1407
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Land Law
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4
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LAW1408
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Law of Contract
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4
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW2401
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Law of Delict
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4
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LAW2302
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Law of Equity and Trusts
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3
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LAW2303
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Interpretation of Statutes and Documents
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3
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LAW2404
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Commercial Law
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4
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LAW2405
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Public International Law
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4
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW2406
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Labour Law
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4
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LAW2307
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Private International Law
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3
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LAW2408
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Human Rights Law
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4
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LAW2309
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Law of Evidence
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3
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LAW2410
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Environmental Law
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4
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LAW2211
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International Institutions
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2
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW3401
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Company Law
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4
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LAW3302
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International Humanitarian Law
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3
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LAW3303
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Intellectual Property Law
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3
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LAW3304
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International Investment Law
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3
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Two Electives
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LAW3305
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Criminal Procedure
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3
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LAW3306
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Tax Law
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3
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LAW3307
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Construction Law
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3
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LAW3308
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Insurance Law
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3
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LAW3309
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Media Law
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW3310
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Clinical Legal Education
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3
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LAW3611
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Placement
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6
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Two Electives
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|
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LAW3312
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Civil Procedure
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3
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LAW3313
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Competition Law
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3
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LAW3314
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Banking Law
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3
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LAW3315
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International Criminal Law
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW4401
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Jurisprudence
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4
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LAW4402
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Research Methodology
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4
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LAW4403
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Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Law
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3
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LAW4304
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Arbitration Law
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3
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One Elective 3
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LAW4305
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Air and Space Law
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3
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LAW4306
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International Trade Law
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3
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LAW4307
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Law of the Sea
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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|---|---|---|
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LAW4308
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Ethics of Legal Profession
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3
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LAW4809
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Dissertation
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8
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One Elective
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LAW4310
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Law and Medicine
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3
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LAW4311
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Sports Law
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3
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LAW4312
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Tourism and Hospitality Law
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3
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Who May I Meet?
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Photograph
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Name
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Designation
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Degree
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Professor Wasantha Seneviratne
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Honorary Advisor
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MPhil, Attorney-at-Law
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Ms. Kanchanamala Geekiyanage
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Dean, Faculty of Law, KIU
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Attorney-at-Law ,LLM, PhD(Reading)
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