International University Of East Africa Faculty of Law

International University Of East Africa IUEA Faculty of Law

International University Of East Africa IUEA Faculty of Law – see the list of courses offered and its entry requirements at the Faculty of Law…

About the faculty

The Bachelor of Laws Programme (LLB) is unique in placing a strong emphasis on communication skills and practical experience of the legal field of work throughout a student’s four years of study. Law firms and governments want law graduates who possess excellent writing skills and outstanding oral expertise. This programme is designed to produce law graduates who write very well, speak properly and confidently, and think critically.

Further, the LL.B Programme consists of courses designed to equip law graduates with a firm foundation to address contemporary issues on the local and international scenes in these fields: petroleum industry, mining industry, alternative dispute resolution, transitional justice, and clinical legal aid . There is also offered a course to instil professionalism
and legal ethics: Lawyers, Practice and Ethics .

Programs at Faculty of Law

DEGREE COURSES

Bachelor of Laws

Entry Requirements

Entry into the Bachelor of Laws Programme is open to three categories of applicants namely:

Direct Entry Scheme

For admission to the Bachelor of Laws degree programme under the Direct Entry Scheme, an applicant must have:

The Uganda Certificate of Education (or equivalent) with at least five credit passes.
The Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education with at least two principal passes in any of the subjects done at A- Level School obtained at the same sitting.
For International Student please contact us.

Diploma Holders Entry Scheme

An applicant must have at least a Second Class Diploma from a recognized Institution. Degree holders may also apply under this scheme.

Before you proceed to application, click on the links below for information:

1 International University Of East Africa IUEA Courses Offered

2 International University of East Africa IUEA Admission Requirements

3 International University of East Africa IUEA Fees Structure

Other Admission Requirements

All applicants who apply for admission to the LL.B. programme shall undergo an Entry test. The test will evaluate aptitude, analytical and communication skills.
Detailed information on admission procedures, fees and requirements for each of the categories of admission can be obtained from the office of the Academic Registrar.

Career Prospects

Career Opportunities

On successful completion of the program graduates will be able to be employed in fields relevant to the legal profession such as:

advocates,
judges,
notaries,
legal consultants,
private and public organisations,
non-governmental organisations,
private companies etc.

Internship (Industrial Training)

To meet the requirements of accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Council of NCHE of Uganda and also to complement the theory and practical study at IUEA, a well-structured internship (Industrial Training) programme in collaboration with industry has been incorporated into the curriculum.

The structures of all the programmes offered by the Faculty of Engineering include three periods of training each of 1015 weeks. The main aims and objectives of the internship programme are to provide :

Enhanced Employability Interpersonal and Social Skills Interrelationships of Theory and Practice • Career Preparation Insight into the World of Work

Personal Development

Technical Development This Internship programme will further enhance student’s employability . In many cases the same compa ny at which you had internship training will offer you employment as soon as you graduate. In all cases you will gain an invaluable insight into the world of work as an Engineer and be better equipped to position yourself for the career you seek.
Whether you join IUEA immediately after your secondary education or transfer to us from another institution of higher learning, we offer programmes depending on your prior qualifications and experience. There will be a clear progression of your learning to ensure that you will be empowered with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter the corporate world. If you enter our foundation course first, you will take a range of modules that will assist in developing your basic engineering knowledge prior to entering the degree programme and this allows time for decision on which of our degrees you want to pursue. At all times, our staff will be able to advise you on the choices availa ble at each stage of your studies.