Master of Laws (LL.M) in Advanced Legal Practice
SEGi University · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
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The Master of Laws (LL.M) in Advanced Legal Practice at SEGi University is a one-year intensive postgraduate programme that is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia. The programme is designed to develop advanced understanding of legal practices and build robust skills for a variety of legal careers.
Students study through a programme structure that includes a Legal Research Methodology component and elective-based modules across three semesters. The curriculum includes real-world legal project work under the Industry into Classroom initiative, and the programme prepares graduates for roles such as Contracts Director, Corporate Secretary, Legal Advisor, Compliance Officer, and other legal and policy positions.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Legal Research Methodology
- Electives (choose 2): Business Law & Practice
- Electives (choose 2): Advanced Banking Law
- Electives (choose 2): Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Electives (choose 2): Media Law
- Electives (choose 2): Advanced Company Law
- Electives (choose 2): Criminal Litigation
- Electives (choose 3): Human Rights
- Electives (choose 3): Civil Litigation and Advocacy
- Electives (choose 3): Research Project
- Electives (choose 3): Intellectual Property Law
Curriculum
Credit hours total for Master of Laws (LL.M) in Advanced Legal Practice: 40 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory and elective modules | Legal Research Methodology | 6 | 12 |
| Business Law & Practice | 3 | |||
| Advanced Banking Law | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory and elective modules | Legal Research Methodology | 6 | 12 |
| Media Law | 3 | |||
| Advanced Company Law | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Electives and research project | Human Rights | 4 | 16 |
| Civil Litigation and Advocacy | 4 | |||
| Research Project | 4 | |||
| Intellectual Property Law | 4 | |||
| Total | All programme modules | 40 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You can build advanced legal capability for roles that require complex legal reasoning and research, such as Legal Advisor or Consultant.
- You gain focused knowledge for business-facing legal responsibilities, supporting career paths like Contracts Director and Corporate Secretary.
- The elective options (including areas like Alternative Dispute Resolution and Criminal Litigation) help you develop practice-ready expertise aligned to specialist legal work.
- Your research project component strengthens skills for higher-responsibility legal work where case analysis and written legal output are critical.
- You can position yourself for compliance and regulatory pathways such as Compliance Officer or Regulatory Director.
Employability rate
International law graduates from this LL.M pathway typically see an employability rate of about 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% in Malaysia, reflecting steady demand for legally trained professionals in corporate, compliance, and advisory functions.
Overall, this points to a generally stable outlook, especially for applicants who align their elective choices and work experience with target legal roles in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree in Law or Shariah | International applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in law or Shariah with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.0 (or an equivalent qualification accepted by the HEP Senate). |
| Alternative entry with working experience | If your CGPA is below 2.50 out of 4.0 (or equivalent), you may still be considered if you have a minimum of 5 years’ working experience. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Law | Direct match | The programme entry requirement is a bachelor’s degree in law or Shariah, indicating a direct academic match for applicants from these backgrounds. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the university’s English language requirement for postgraduate studies. If your previous degree was taught fully in English, you may be considered for an English Medium instruction waiver if accepted by admissions.
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 38805 / total program | Total tuition fee is published for the programme (international students). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants are expected to show they can fund their study in Malaysia for the duration of the programme. SEGi University may request evidence of your financial capacity during the admissions and visa process.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs for your study period in Malaysia as requested by SEGi University during application processing
- Bank statements and/or other official financial documents may be requested as supporting evidence
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 13, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | January 13, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare eligibility documents
Check that your bachelor’s degree is in law or Shariah and that you meet the stated CGPA requirement, or confirm whether you qualify with the alternative route based on 5 years’ working experience. Gather your passport and academic transcripts and degree certificate(s) before starting the online application. If you are applying with qualifications from abroad, ensure your documents reflect your grading and programme details clearly.
Submit your online application to SEGi University
Submit your application via the university’s official application channel during the published admissions window. Complete all form fields accurately and upload the requested documents in the required format. If you are asked for additional information, respond promptly so your application can be reviewed without delay.
Follow up for admission decision and next steps
After submission, monitor your email and any applicant portal updates for the admission outcome and any document verification requests. If you intend to apply for a student pass/visa, prepare your financial evidence and supporting documents as advised by SEGi University. Ensure your language and documentation readiness so you can complete requirements within the stated timelines.