Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
University of Reading Malaysia · Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The University of Reading Malaysia offers the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) at its international branch campus in Malaysia. The degree is the same as that awarded on the UK campus, following an identical curriculum and quality standards.
The programme covers core law subjects such as English Legal System and Skills, Tort, Contract, Public Law, and Criminal Law, with elective modules and a final-year set of elective options. It also provides study and career pathways supported by professional law routes recognised for Reading graduates.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- English Legal System and Skills
- Tort
- Contract
- Public Law 1
- Criminal Law
- Research and Writing Skills
- Equity & Trusts
- Land Law
- Public Law 2
- Elective modules option(s) including Legal Writing Credit, Research Project, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Malaysian Legal System
- Foundation of EU Law
- Elective modules forming 100 credits selected from areas including Company Law, Commercial Law, Dissertation, Employment Law, Environmental Law, Evidence, Family Law, International Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Law, Medical Law, Research Writing Credit, Writing Credit Pro Bono and Professional Practice, and Technology, Privacy and Internet Regulations
Curriculum
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme credit structure for University of Reading Malaysia is published as 120 credits across Parts 1 to 3, with compulsory modules listed in the programme specification. Credit hours shown below are based on the official programme specification module credits.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Compulsory modules plus 1 optional module | Contract | 20 | 120 |
| Criminal Law | 20 | |||
| English Legal System and Skills | 20 | |||
| Public Law 1 | 20 | |||
| Tort | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Part 2 | Compulsory modules plus 3 optional modules | Equity and Trusts | 20 | 120 |
| Land Law | 20 | |||
| Public Law 2 | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Part 3 | Compulsory Foundations of EU Law plus remaining credits from optional modules | Foundations of EU Law | 20 | 120 |
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Optional module (School of Law) | 20 | |||
| Total | Compulsory and optional modules across Parts 1 to 3 | 120 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build practice-ready legal skills from your first year through research, legal writing, and problem-solving based on realistic scenarios.
- You gain a strong foundation across key areas such as Contract Law, Tort, Criminal Law, and Public Law, helping you qualify for graduate-level legal and legal-support roles.
- Your elective choice allows you to tailor your law degree towards areas such as International Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Law, Company Law, Employment Law, and more, supporting a clearer career direction.
- You develop communication and client-focused skills through research and writing modules and related credit modules, supporting work as a legal adviser or in legal services.
- You strengthen your pathway to professional qualification routes in Malaysia by completing a law degree recognised for pursuing the Certificate in Legal Practice Examination (CLP).
- You keep open options for further study and professional training after graduation, including vocational legal study routes supported for UK and Malaysia pathways.
Employability rate
Graduates of law-focused programmes in Malaysia typically experience an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting steady but competitive hiring for graduate legal and legal-adjacent roles.
Together, these figures point to a stable outlook when you build strong legal writing, research, and practical case-application skills during your LLB.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualifications (entry route into LL.B) | International applicants are considered on programme entry requirements based on recognised qualifications such as STPM/A-Level (for example, BBB), IB Diploma (for example, overall 30 points), UEC (for example, ABBBB), and other recognised pathways accredited and recognised by MQA. If you are applying with a qualification not listed, the programme page advises contacting the admissions team for details on whether it is accepted. |
| Diploma or foundation recognised by MQA | International applicants may also be considered with a diploma and foundation that is recognised by the University of Reading Malaysia and accredited/recognised by MQA. The programme page notes that applicants should contact the admissions team for further details where their qualification is not explicitly listed. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Law and related academic background (e.g., school leaving qualifications that qualify for LL.B entry) | Direct match | International applicants should meet the programme's published entry requirements and English language requirements for the LL.B pathway. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme English language requirement for the LL.B pathway. If you do not meet the standard requirement, the university offers pre-sessional English courses depending on your current English results.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 48000 / per year | International students: RM 48,000 per annum. Services Tax (SST) is applicable on tuition fees and other charges per Malaysian Government directive effective 1 July 2025; SST rate stated as 6%. |
| Application fee | MYR 530 / one time | International application fee: RM 530 (inclusive 6% SST). Strictly non-refundable and is deducted from tuition fee upon successful enrolment. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants applying for a Malaysia student visa should be prepared to show evidence of funds to cover tuition and living costs as required by immigration/visa processes. The university may also request proof of payment during application.
- Proof of payment of the application fee is required during online application submission or by email (international applicants: RM530 inclusive of 6% SST).
- Evidence of funds for Malaysia student visa processing and stay may be required by the student visa/immigration process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | September 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
| 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 | September 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | April - Summer 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 - Winter intake | April - Summer 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
Prepare your entry and English requirements
Review the published international entry requirements for the LL.B and confirm your school-leaving qualification or MQA-accredited diploma/foundation pathway is eligible. Check the programme English requirement for international applicants, and if needed consider a pre-sessional English option. Gather your passport biodata page and official qualification documents before starting your application.
Submit your application online and upload documents
Complete the undergraduate application on the University of Reading Malaysia admissions site during the application period. Upload the required documents, including your passport biodata and official transcripts/certificates, and submit the English language evidence you will use for assessment. If you are applying with forecast/provisional results, you may receive a conditional offer, and you can update your application once you receive the official results.
Pay the international application fee and monitor your application outcome
Pay the international application fee and keep proof of payment ready for upload during online submission or email as instructed. After submission, the admissions team will contact you if there are missing documents or additional information needed. Applicants can expect an email notification within 3 working days from the admissions office regarding the application outcome.