Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Crescendo International College · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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At Crescendo International College, you can earn a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) awarded by the University of London while studying in Malaysia. The programme is designed for aspiring lawyers and leaders who want a rigorous legal education with international recognition.
Crescendo delivers the University of London LLB programme locally in Johor, and students progress through the University of London academic structure and assessments while receiving structured academic guidance and support from Crescendo.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Legal System & Method (Level 4)
- Public Law (Level 5)
- Contract Law (Level 5)
- Criminal Law (Level 5)
- Practical Skills Course preparation for legal research, advocacy, and drafting
- Tort Law (Level 5/6 progression)
- Property Law (Level 5)
- Equity and Trust (Level 5)
- Jurisprudence & Legal Theory (Level 6)
- Electives such as Commercial Law (Elective) and Evidence (Elective)
- Legal study at Levels 5 and 6 including elective units such as Family Law (Elective), Company Law (Elective), EU Law (Elective), and Conflict of Laws (Elective)
- Practical Skills Courses focused on legal research, advocacy, and drafting
- Legal Skills Course options including Mooting and Mock Trials and Ethics and Professionalism
Curriculum
Total programme credit is 132 credit hours as shown in the Malaysian Qualification Register (MQA). The Crescendo programme page lists subject modules by level, but the official semester-by-semester credit hours table is not published in accessible sources; therefore module-by-module credit hours and semester totals are not available for extraction.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Level 4) | 4 core modules plus Practical Skills Course | Legal System & Method | ||
| Public Law | ||||
| Criminal Law | ||||
| Contract Law | ||||
| Practical Skills Course | ||||
| Year 2 (Level 5) | 4 core modules plus electives | Tort Law | ||
| Property Law | ||||
| Equity and Trust | ||||
| Commercial Law (Elective) | ||||
| Family Law (Elective) | ||||
| Company Law (Elective) | ||||
| Year 3 (Level 6) | 4 core modules plus electives | Jurisprudence & Legal Theory | ||
| Evidence (Elective) | ||||
| EU Law (Elective) | ||||
| Conflict of Laws (Elective) | ||||
| Total | All programme components listed across Level 4, Level 5, Level 6, and the Practical Skills Course | 132 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build a rigorous, internationally recognised law degree foundation that supports progression toward further legal training stages for becoming a practising lawyer.
- You study core areas of law such as Contract Law and Criminal Law, helping you develop analysis, legal reasoning, and written advocacy skills employers look for in legal roles.
- You develop practical legal competencies through the Practical Skills Course, including legal research, advocacy, and drafting practice embedded alongside the LLB curriculum.
- You gain exposure to real-world legal learning through specialised Legal Skills Courses such as Mooting and Mock Trials and Conveyancing and Stamp Duty, supporting job-readiness for entry-level legal support work.
- Your degree is awarded by the University of London, which strengthens credibility with legal organisations that value internationally delivered qualifications.
Employability rate
Employability rates and unemployment rates for Bachelor of Laws (LLB) graduates are not published as a single official statistic specifically for Malaysia on the Crescendo International College programme page.
In practice, your career outlook depends on meeting professional qualification requirements after the degree and the legal roles available in your chosen jurisdiction.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualifications (international equivalents) | International applicants must have 5 credits (A to C) including English for the relevant school-leaving qualification, and either STPM / A-Level with 2 passes (A to C) in non-overlapping subjects, or UEC with 5 subjects with grades A1 to B6 (and a further English proficiency test if required by the qualification rules). |
| Foundation or diploma (international equivalents) | International applicants may apply with any recognised MQF Level 3 foundation or MQF Level 4 diploma. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Law and Legal Studies | Direct match | The programme structure includes core law subjects at Level 4, Level 5, and Level 6 (for example Legal System & Method, Contract Law, Criminal Law, and Property Law), aligned to legal academic foundations. |
Language requirements
For admission to Bachelor of Laws (LLB), international applicants must meet the university’s stated English language requirement for the programme (language proof may be required depending on the qualification you have completed).
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 13000 / per year | Crescendo International College tuition fee: RM 13,000 per year (Intake April / Sept 2025), as shown on the official fee sheet. |
| Application fee | MYR 390 / one time | University of London application fee (shown on official fee sheet as £65, approximately RM 390). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants applying from abroad are expected to provide proof of funds for tuition and living costs when requested for student visa processing. Use the university’s international admissions guidance and financial instructions during your application process.
- Provide bank draft or payment for application and visa processing fees as instructed by Crescendo’s international student admissions guidance.
- Provide certified documents and information required for visa processing (student pass issuance and immigration-related processing).
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Primary intake | April - Secondary intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Primary intake | April - Secondary intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Primary intake | April - Secondary intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Contact the international admissions team and prepare your documents
International applicants are advised to get in touch with the course counselors before submitting important documents so your qualification and planned entry can be checked against the programme’s availability and entry requirements. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your proposed entry date to avoid visa and document delays. Ensure your certificates and transcripts are prepared for processing, with English translation if needed.
Submit the international student application and required payment
Submit your application via electronic means during the period aligned to the programme intakes, and ensure the application is processed only after submission of all required documentation and payment. Prepare the required International Student Application Form and the stated application fee/payment items according to the international student admission info. Keep copies of the payment and uploaded documents for your records.
Send certified documents and complete the visa-processing documents
After online submission, the credentials must be completed, signed, and mailed before issuance of the necessary documents to obtain an entry visa to Malaysia. Make sure all documents are certified by an authorised person and are in English or accompanied by an English translation. If the college requests additional items for immigration processing due to your situation (for example age-related supporting letters), respond promptly.
Receive your admission outcome and prepare to start the programme intake
Once your application is processed, follow the college’s instructions for next steps toward enrolment for the selected intake. Confirm your intake season (September or April) with the academic calendar and ensure you meet the English language requirement. Arrange your travel timeline based on when entry visa documentation is issued.