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

Scope and Objective

The B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) programme is an integrated double degree combining a Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Humanities with a Bachelor’s degree in law. Under Humanities, students study courses such as Political Science, English,International Relations, Public Administration etc ; and in Law, students study courses in various areas, such as Criminal Laws, Corporate and Commercial Laws, Constitutional Law, International Law, and more. Each academic year is divided into two semesters. While each semester lasts for 18 weeks, the duration of the course shall be five academic years consisting of 10 semesters.

The curriculum for the B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) course goes beyond conventional learning methods to ensure that students gain real-world experience. The university has invested in state-of-the-art infrastructure centred on a well-equipped library with ample print as well as various online materials. A team of highly qualified and experienced faculty, who are well-versed in the latest pedagogical techniques, guide the students throughout their journey.

Programme Structure

Semester I
  • General English
  • Major I – Political Science – I
  • Major II – Political Science – II
  • Minor I – Sociology – I
  • Contract I
  • Constitutional Law I
Semester II
  • Special English
  • Major III – Political Science – III
  • Major II – Economics – I
  • Minor I – Sociology – II
  • Contract II
  • Jurisprudence
Semester III
  • Major I – Political Science – IV
  • Minor II – Economics – II
  • Minor I – Sociology – III
  • Family Law – I
  • Constitutional Law – II
Semester IV
  • Major I – Political Science – V
  • Major I – Political Science – VI
  • Minor II – Economics – III
  • Criminal Law – I (IPC)
  • Law of Torts, Consumer Law and MVC Act
  • Elective I – Human Rights Law
  • Elective II – Competition Law and Investment Law
Semester V
  • Family Law – II
  • Company Law
  • Property Law
  • Elective I – Comparative Constitutional Law
  • Elective II – Corporate Governance, Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Banking Law
Semester VI
  • Administrative Law
  • Labour Law – I
  • Public International Law
  • Elective I – Legislative Drafting
  • Elective II – International Trade Economics
  • Interpretation of Statutes
Semester VII
  • Labour Law – II
  • Environmental Law
  • Alternate Dispute Resolution Systems
  • Elective I – Private International Law
  • Elective II – White Collar Crime
  • Penology and Victimology
Semester VIII
  • Code of Civil Procedure
  • Criminal Law – II
  • Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing
  • Elective I – Women and Criminal Law
  • Elective II – Maritime Law
  • Media and Law
Semester IX
  • Law of Evidence
  • Professional Ethics and Accountancy for Lawyers
  • Elective I – Psychology and Forensic Sciences
  • Elective II – Humanitarian and Refugee Law
  • IPR and Cyber Law
Semester X
  • Law of Taxation
  • Moot Court, Observation of Trial and Client Interviewing
  • Elective I – Comparative Criminal Procedure
  • Elective II – International Criminal Law and International Criminal Court
  • Insurance Law

Programme Assessment

Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS): The university follows CBCS, which allows students to choose courses and earn credits based on their performance.
Grades and GPA: Students are awarded grades for each course in a semester, and their Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) is calculated to measure their academic performance. Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is used to evaluate the overall performance of a student across all semesters.
Prescribed Curriculum: Each programme has a prescribed curriculum or Scheme of Teaching and Evaluation, which includes the required courses, laboratories, and other degree requirements. It also incorporates SWAYAM and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) offered by reputed institutions.
Auditing Courses: Students have the option to audit courses, allowing them to gain additional exposure without the pressure of obtaining a grade. This can offer an advantage during placements.
Evaluation System: The evaluation of students is comprehensive and continuous throughout the semester. It consists of Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) and Semester End Examination (SEE), each carrying a 50% weightage, totalling 100 marks per course.
Assessment Methods: Before each semester, faculty may choose assessment methods such as assignments, seminars, quizzes, group discussions, case studies, practical activities, class presentations, and industry reports.
Semester End Examination: A SEE is conducted for all registered courses at the end of each semester. Some courses with Continuous Internal Evaluation may not require a SEE.
Makeup Examinations: Students who fail the SEE in one or more courses are eligible for makeup examinations to improve their grades.

Programme Outcome

  • PO1: Understand the political evolution that has shaped modern political institutions, processes, and the practices of state, democracy, and citizenship.
  • PO2: Acquire skills to comprehend and analyse key national and international political, economic, social, and gender aspects of law.
  • PO3: Demonstrate an understanding of economic theories and the functioning of basic microeconomic and macroeconomic systems.
  • PO4: Acquire a rudimentary understanding of legal research and develop effective legal communication skills.
  • PO5: Apply legal knowledge to a set of facts and determine appropriate legal solutions.
  • PO6: Cultivate skills required for lifelong learning and keeping updated with developments in law and society.
  • PO7: Gain an introduction to various sectors of international law and the transnational legal framework shaping global legal order.
  • PO8: Understand international and domestic environmental and sustainability laws and their application.
  • PO9: Learn rules of professional ethics and uphold the integrity of the legal profession, avoiding misconduct such as defrauding clients, contempt of court, plagiarism, or falsification.
  • PO10: Work independently to solve legal cases, collect evidence, draft arguments, and appear before the court. Also lead teams with collaboration.
  • PO11: Develop skills for self-employment through professional competencies in the legal industry.
  • PO12: Become eligible to practise law in courts, industries, or companies, with critical and creative legal thinking and writing skills.
  • PO13: Possess core legal practice skills including drafting, pleading, conveyancing, and oral advocacy.
  • PO14: Demonstrate legal research capabilities, written and oral communication, teamwork, advocacy, and problem-solving skills.

Course Outcomes Visit

What expertise will you gain?
  • Legal principles and concepts  
  • Achieve expertise in integrated knowledge of social sciences with law.
  • Achieve domain expertise in all areas of law
  • Achieve expertise in effective legal reasoning, Professional Practice and research competence.
  • Legal analysis
  • Legal research and writing
  • Advocacy and negotiation skills
  • Constitutional law, criminal law, contracts, and legal procedures
  • Intersection between law and humanities

Career Opportunities

  • 01
    Legal practitioners
  • 02
    Advocate
  • 03
    Legal consultant
  • 04
    Legal researchers
  • 05
    Judicial services (Civil Judge/Magistrates)
  • 06
    Legal officer in corporations
  • 07
    Opportunities in public governance and administration
  • 08
    Opportunities in academia and legal research
  • 09
    Judicial services (Civil Judge/Magistrates)
  • 10
    Inhouse counsels

FAQs

B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) is a professional five-year undergraduate programme combining a Bachelor of Arts with a Bachelor of Law. It offers a deeper understanding of social sciences, humanities, and the legal system.

B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) offers broader knowledge and wider career scope across law firms, corporate houses, legal departments, judiciary, academia, and research. Graduates may also pursue LLM. and Ph.D. programmes.

Graduates can work as lawyers, legal advisors, corporate counsels, judges, or in law firms, government agencies, international organisations, NGOs, and academia. It also opens doors to fields such as journalism, business, and public administration.

Subjects include Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Contract Law, Family Law, Criminology, Property Law, Administrative Law, International Trade Law, Intellectual Property Law, Legal Research, and more.

CMR University follows a merit-based admission process, evaluating academic performance and achievements.

CLAT is not mandatory. Students can apply through LSAT or CMRUAT. CMRUAT is held in May; LSAT is held twice a year (January–December and April–June sessions).

The programme offers a strong blend of law and liberal arts, equipping students with analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. It opens diverse opportunities in law, corporate, judiciary, advocacy, and public service.

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