Law

Study Law in Malaysia. Explore Foundation, LLB, LLM & PhD programmes, including UK pathways and the University of London LLB, plus fees, careers and entry.

Levels: Undergraduate to Postgraduate
Total tuition: RM 19,440 – RM 162,148
Courses: 19 at 5 universities

Overview

Law is the study of the rules that govern society, business and relationships between people, organisations and governments. Students develop legal reasoning, research, critical analysis, advocacy, negotiation and professional writing skills. They learn through case studies, moot court competitions, legal clinics and internships with law firms and corporate legal departments.

Malaysia is a popular place to study law. Its legal system is based on English common law, so the skills and principles students learn are relevant across many Commonwealth countries. Programmes are available at every level, all taught in English:

Foundation (e.g. Foundation in Law or Arts)
Diploma
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Master of Laws (LLM)
PhD

Programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Students can choose local LLB degrees or UK degree pathways, such as twinning (2+1) programmes and the University of London LLB offered through Malaysian institutions. Lower tuition and living costs make Malaysia an affordable route to an internationally respected law qualification.

Popular specialisations include:

Corporate & Commercial Law
International Law
Criminal Law
Intellectual Property Law
Islamic Law & Shariah
Human Rights Law
Maritime & Shipping Law
Cyber & Technology Law
Environmental Law

Courses in Law

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All 19 Law courses

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Taylor's University · Undergraduate · 34 months · Starts Feb, Apr, Sep

RM 162,148total tuition
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Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) · Undergraduate · 4 years · Starts Sep, Oct

RM 67,200total tuition
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Bachelor of Laws (Shari'ah) (Honours)

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) · Undergraduate · 5 years · Starts Sep, Oct

RM 84,000total tuition
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Bachelor of Laws 3+0 External with University of London, UK (UOL-L)

University of Wollongong (UOW) · Undergraduate · 3 years · Starts Jun, Sep

RM 63,650total tuition
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Doctor of Philosophy (Faculty of Law)

Universiti Malaya · Postgraduate · 3 years · Starts Mar, Oct

RM 63,100total tuition
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Doctor of Philosophy in Law

Taylor's University · Postgraduate · 38 months · Starts Feb, Apr, Jun, Sep, Oct

RM 75,292total tuition
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Career opportunities

Law graduates are valued in law firms, corporations, banks, government agencies, international organisations and NGOs. Common career paths include:

Advocate & Solicitor / Lawyer
Legal Advisor / In-house Counsel
Corporate Secretary
Legal Officer
Compliance Officer
Mediator / Arbitrator
Legal Researcher
Paralegal / Legal Executive
Legal Journalist / Writer
Policy Analyst

To practise law in Malaysia, graduates usually complete professional requirements such as the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) where required, chambering (pupillage) and admission to the Malaysian Bar. Requirements depend on the degree and where it was awarded. A Master's (LLM) leads to specialist and senior roles, and a PhD opens up careers in legal research and academia.