Law (LL.B.)

College of Law | Postgraduate School

Course Overview

The LL.B. Law programme at Salem University is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of legal systems, critical thinking, and ethical reasoning. Rooted in the university’s mission to empower future leaders, this programme equips students with the knowledge and skills required to interpret and apply laws in ways that promote justice and societal progress. With a focus on excellence in learning, character development, and holistic education, students graduate with the capacity to lead, serve, and shape policy and legal outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

This rigorous undergraduate programme blends theoretical foundations with practical applications in law. Students are introduced to core areas such as constitutional law, criminal law, property law, and contract law, while also exploring emerging legal fields including human rights, environmental law, and public administration. Emphasis is placed on inter-disciplinary learning, legal research, legal writing, advocacy, and internships. The curriculum reflects the university’s philosophy of producing graduates who are intellectually grounded, socially responsible, and spiritually sound.

Course detail

AWARD TITLE

LL.B.

START DATE

September 2025

DURATION

5 Years

STUDY MODE

Full-time

CAMPUS

Nigeria, Lokoja

Teaching and Learning

Learning Methods

  • Interactive lectures and tutorials

  • Legal drafting and writing workshops

  • Case law analysis

  • Moot court and mock trials

  • Legal internships and court visitations

  • Group presentations and seminars

  • Research projects and policy reviews

Assessment Structure

  • Continuous assessment (tests, assignments, class presentations) – 40%

  • Final semester examinations – 60%

  • Practical assessments (moot court, term papers, seminars)

  • Minimum 85% attendance required for examination eligibility

Modules

  1. Constitutional Law: Examines the structure and function of government institutions, human rights, and the constitution as the supreme law in Nigeria.
  2. Criminal Law: Focuses on the principles and elements of criminal responsibility, including offences and defences.
  3. Law of Contract: Explores the formation, interpretation, and enforcement of legally binding agreements.
  4. Law of Torts: Covers civil wrongs, liabilities, and remedies available in tortious actions.
  5. Legal Method and Research: Introduces legal reasoning, legal systems, and methodologies for legal research and writing.
  6. Property Law: Deals with ownership, land tenure, succession, and transfer of property rights.
  7. Administrative Law: Reviews the relationship between individuals and administrative agencies of government.
  8. International Law: Examines the rules governing relationships between states and international entities.
  9. Human Rights Law: Covers the theory and enforcement of fundamental rights within domestic and international frameworks.
  10. Jurisprudence: Engages with legal philosophy and the theoretical foundations of law.

Career

Graduates of the LL.B. Law programme can pursue diverse career paths including:

  • Legal practitioners (after completing the Nigerian Law School)

  • Judicial officers

  • Legal advisors and consultants

  • Corporate legal departments

  • Public administrators

  • Policy analysts

  • Law enforcement and regulatory bodies

  • Academics and legal researchers

  • Human rights and advocacy organizations

Entry Requirements

To be admitted into the LL.B. Law programme:

  • Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) credit passes in WASSCE/NECO/GCE or equivalent, including English Language, Literature-in-English, and Mathematics, obtained at not more than two sittings.

  • JAMB UTME with subject combinations relevant to Law.

Candidates applying for admission into 100 level undergraduate programmes must possess a minimum of five (5) ‘O’ level credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in WASC, GCE, NECO or its equivalent. Awaiting result is also accepted.

  1. JAMB UTME result print-out.
  2. SSCE/NECO Result (Awaiting Result Accepted).
  3. Two Passport Photographs.
  4. A Letter of Sponsorship, stating the commitment to pay the prescribed fees.
  5. National Identification Number (NIN)
  6. A Reference Letter from a spiritual mentor, vouching for your character

Candidates applying for Direct Entry into 200 level must possess the following

  1. Jamb direct entry form
  2. A/L, IJMB, OND or NCE in the relevant courses.
  3. SSCE/NECO Result (Awaiting Result Accepted)
  4. Two Passport Photographs.
  5. A Letter of Sponsorship, stating the commitment to pay the prescribed fees.
  6. National Identification Number (NIN)
  7. A Reference Letter from a spiritual mentor, vouching for your character.

Fees and Funding

The course fees you’ll pay and the funding available to you depends on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. Visit the links below to find the Undergraduate section.

 
More information

Find out about grants, bursaries, scholarships and living costs in our undergraduate taught fees and funding section.

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