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Bachelor of
Laws (Hons)
The LLB (Hons) in Law at SLIIT provides comprehensive legal education, covering constitutional, criminal, corporate, and international law. Designed to develop analytical and advocacy skills, the programme prepares students for legal practice, judiciary roles, corporate law, and public administration. With a strong focus on legal ethics and critical reasoning, graduates are equipped to navigate Sri Lanka’s evolving legal system and contribute meaningfully to the field of law.
Awarding University
This recognized academic programme is awarded by SLIIT under the Faculty of Humanities & Sciences.
Ensures globally accepted academic standards, preparing students with practical skills aligned to current industry needs and expectations.
Why & What..?
The LLB (Hons) Law local programme at SLIIT is approved by the Ministry of Higher Education in Sri Lanka, offering students the opportunity to obtain a globally recognized law degree. Designed to develop highly skilled legal professionals, the programme provides a strong theoretical and practical foundation in law.
Students can specialize in Public Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, or International Law, allowing them to tailor their legal education to their career aspirations. Additionally, the curriculum includes optional modules in emerging fields such as Information Technology Law, International Investment Law, Health Law, and Education Law, ensuring relevance to contemporary legal challenges. In the final year, students can opt for either a research-oriented dissertation or a practice-based internship, giving them the flexibility to focus on academia or professional experience.
The programme is delivered by a highly qualified and experienced panel of lecturers, providing a dynamic university learning environment. With a comprehensive curriculum and diverse specializations, the SLIIT LLB (Hons) Law programme prepares students for a successful legal career in Sri Lanka and beyond.
As a student, you will gain the following from the LLB (Hons) programme:
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Comprehensive Legal Knowledge: A deep understanding of core areas such as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, Family Law, and more.
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Specialized Expertise: The opportunity to specialize in areas like International Law, Environmental Law, Tax Law, Health Law, and Intellectual Property Law.
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Critical Thinking & Analytical Skills: Develop the ability to think critically, analyze legal issues, and apply relevant laws to solve problems.
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Practical Legal Skills: Gain skills in research, writing, communication, and legal reasoning, essential for real-world legal practice.
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Ethical Responsibility: Learn about the ethical and professional responsibilities of a legal practitioner.
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Research and Dispute Resolution: Master research methodology and alternative dispute resolution techniques for effective legal practice.
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Real-World Experience: Undertake internships and dissertations to gain practical exposure and hands-on experience in the legal field.
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International and National Relevance: Be prepared to address both domestic and global legal issues with a strong understanding of international law.
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Career Readiness: Graduate as a highly skilled legal professional with the knowledge and tools to pursue various legal careers, from corporate law to human rights and more.
Upon the successful completion of the programme, graduates will:
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Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the core areas of the laws of Sri Lanka.
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Have opportunities to deepen and broaden their knowledge in specific areas of law of their choice.
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Develop essential legal skills, including critical and logical thinking, analytical reasoning, creativity, research, writing, and communication.
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Gain the ability to gather information, identify issues, apply relevant law, solve problems, and provide effective legal solutions.
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Be instilled with ethical responsibility, a commitment to law-abiding behavior, and an understanding of the necessity to uphold the rule of law.
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Be well-equipped to contribute to social and economic well-being, both nationally and internationally.
Programme Structure
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First Year
Introduction to core legal principles and Sri Lankan law, alongside academic language development tailored for law students.
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Second Year
Focus on specialized areas like Land, Family, and Succession Law, plus advanced Public Law and Sri Lankan legal system studies.
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Third Year
Covers Environmental, International, Contract, and Human Rights Law; includes electives and legal research methodology introduction.
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Fourth Year
Advanced topics, dissertation, internship, and specialized electives prepare students for practical legal experience and career specialization.
| Semester 1 | ||
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| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW1114 | Introduction to Legal Studies | 4 |
| LAW1123 | Legal History & Legal System of SL | 3 |
| LAW1134 | Public Law I (Constitutional Law) | 4 |
| LAW1144 | Criminal Law I (General Principles) | 4 |
| LAW1153 | English for Academic Purposes in Law I* | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW1214 | Introduction to Business Law | 4 |
| LAW1223 | Legal System of SL - Personal Laws | 3 |
| LAW1234 | Public Law II (Administrative Law) | 4 |
| LAW1244 | Criminal Law II (Specific Offences) | 4 |
| LAW1253 | English for Academic Purposes in Law II* | 3 |
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW2114 | Land Law I | 4 |
| LAW2124 | Family Law I | 4 |
| LAW2133 | Law of Succession | 3 |
| LAW2144 | Public Law III (Writs & FR) | 4 |
| Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW2214 | Land Law II | 4 |
| LAW2224 | Family Law II | 4 |
| LAW2233 | Equity & Trusts | 3 |
| LAW2244 | Public Law IV (PC & LA Law) | 4 |
| Semester 1 | ||
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| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW3113 | Environmental Law | 3 |
| LAW3124 | Public International Law I | 4 |
| LAW3134 | Law of Contracts | 4 |
| LAW3142 | Research Methodology I* | 2 |
| Elective(3) | ||
| LAW3154 | Commercial Law I | 4 |
| LAW3164 | Principles of Law of Evidence | 4 |
| LAW3174 | Alternative Dispute Resolution & Law | 4 |
| Semester 2 | ||
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| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW3213 | Interpretation of Statutes | 3 |
| LAW3224 | Human Rights Law | 4 |
| LAW3234 | Law of Delicts | 4 |
| LAW3242 | Research Methodology* | 2 |
| Elective(3) | ||
| LAW3254 | Commercial Law II | 4 |
| LAW3264 | Public International Law II | 4 |
| LAW3274 | Law of Criminal Procedure | 4 |
| Semester 1 | ||
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| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW4114 | Dissertation** | 4 |
| LAW4124 | Internship & Report** | 4 |
| LAW4134 | Jurisprudence | 4 |
| Elective(5) | ||
| LAW4144 | Intellectual Property Law | 4 |
| LAW4154 | Commercial Arbitration Law | 4 |
| LAW4164 | Information Technology Law | 4 |
| LAW4174 | International Humanitarian Law | 4 |
| LAW4184 | Education Law | 4 |
| Semester 2 | ||
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| Code | Module | Credit |
| LAW4214 | Dissertation** | 4 |
| LAW4224 | Internship & Report** | 4 |
| LAW4234 | Employment Law | 4 |
| Elective(5) | ||
| LAW4244 | International Investment Law | 4 |
| LAW4254 | Legal Aid Clinics | 4 |
| LAW4264 | Tax Law | 4 |
| LAW4274 | Law of the Sea | 4 |
| LAW4284 | Health Law | 4 |
More about the program
Local A/Ls :
Minimum of 2 “C” passes & 1 “S” Pass in any stream & to possess “C” passes for English and Sinhala/Tamil Languages at the G.C.E O/L examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification AND an Interview.
Cambridge/Edexcel A/Ls :
Minimum of 2 “C” passes & 1 “D” Pass in any stream & to possess “C” passes for English and Sinhala/Tamil Languages at the G.C.E O/L examination AND an Interview.
- Attorneys-at Law of the private bar
- State Counsels of the Attorney General's department
- Judges in courts of law
- Officers of Government Departments and Ministries including the Legal Draftman's Department
- Instructing Attorneys or Counsels at Law Firms
- Legal officers in private companies and banks
- Politicians
- Academics or researchers
- Officers in NGOs and international organizations (such as the UN, RedCross etc)
- Officers at Legal Processing Outsourcing Companies (LPOs)
- Professional arbitrators
- Professional negotiators
- Professional mediators
LKR 320,000 (Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4)
The four-year (fulltime) LLB programme offered by SLIIT is approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and provides a comprehensive legal education that combines both in depth theoretical and practical knowledge. The curriculum is designed to produce competitive legal professionals equipped to excel in various areas of law. It includes skill-related modules on alternative dispute resolution, ensuring students are prepared for real-world legal challenges. Based on their preferences, the programme allows the students to take either research oriented or a practice oriented approach to study in its final year through options of dissertation and internship.
Students have the opportunity to specialize in key fields like public law, civil law, and commercial law. Additionally, the programme explores emerging branches of law such as information technology law, international investment law, health law and education law, reflecting the evolving nature of the legal profession
FAQs
Yes, it is approved by the Ministry of Education and meets Sri Lanka Law College requirements.
Yes, you can focus on areas like Public Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law and International Law.
To become Attorneys-at-Law having taken the professional examination at the Sri Lanka Law College
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To become Legal Practitioners in the Private Bar
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To become Legal Practitioners in the Official Bar
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To join as Judicial Officers of the State
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To join State and Non-State Universities as junior academics & researchers
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To join Legal Firms as Law Officers
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To join the State Service – at national, provincial, and local levels – Legal Draftsman, Foreign Service, Police Service, Tri-Forces, Land Registry, Customs, Inland Revenue, Human Rights Commission, Ombudsman, State Banks, Central Bank, Auditor General’s Department, etc.
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To join the corporate sector, in various fields such as Banking, Insurance, Shipping, Investment, Trading, as legal officers or executives
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To become training executives in private/semi-governmental organizations
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To work as legal officers and research associates in NGOs
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To work as conveyancing practitioners in legal firms and on their own
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To work as legal officers and executives in International NGOs such as UN, UNHCR, UNDP etc.