THE NATION`S LARGEST LAW

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The
Brickfields
Advantage
THE NATION’S LARGEST LAW
SCHOOL – BAC has sent more law
graduates into practice than any
other institution in Malaysia
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE –
Scholarships, EPF withdrawals
and installment payments are
available
TRACK RECORD – Top students,
first class and book prize
performances
WIDER CAREER OPTIONS AND
IMPROVED JOB PROSPECTS
ACCELERATED PROGRAMMES –
Finish 2 years ahead of your
peers & enter the job market
sooner
WORLD CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
– Awarded by leading universities
and professional bodies
DUAL AWARDS – Study for 2
qualifications at the same time
and save time and money
CREDIT TRANSFER
ARRANGEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE
THE BEST OPTIONS – Study part
time, full time, weekend or via
distance learning
CENTRALLY LOCATED CITY
CAMPUS – Accessible by LRT,
Monorail, KTM Komuter & other
public transportation. Ample
parking nearby
COMPREHENSIVE MATERIALS –
Textbooks, past year questions,
statute books, revision guides,
suggested solutions and online
research facilities (Lexis-Nexis and
Westlaw) are available
EXPERIENCED AND DEDICATED
FACULTY
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES –
Football, Futsal, Basketball,
Netball, Tennis, Badminton,
Movie Days, Treasure Hunt,
Community Service Projects etc.
TOP-UP MASTERS &
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
ACCOMODATION SERVICE
JOB PLACEMENT SERVICE
Contents
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FOREWORD
WHY STUDY LAW?
THE BAC STORY
PRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES
•
A’Levels
•
Foundation in Arts
•
Study and Life Skills Programme
UNDER GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
•
LLB (Hons) University of London (External)
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LLB (Hons) UWE via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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LLB (Hons) Cardiff via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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LLB (Hons) Aberystwyth via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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LLB (Hons) Business Law Aberystwyth via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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LLB (Hons) Hertfordshire via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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LLB (Hons) Northumbria via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
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Bachelor of Jurisprudence – University of Malaya
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Double Major Degree Programmes via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)

BA (Hons) Law with Business & Management

BA (Hons) Law with Economics

BA (Hons) Law with Accounting & Finance
POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
•
ICSA – The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators
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Certificate in Legal Practice – The Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia
•
Masters In Law (LLM) Northumbria University

Commercial Law

International Trade Law

Medical Law
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Welcome to Brickfields Asia College. Over the last 18 years BAC has established itself as the nation’s leading law school. The
college has sent over 6,000 law graduates into practice and other law related fields. BAC students also have an excellent track
record in law examinations having produced numerous top student, first class and book prize performances over the years.
The college offers the widest range of law programmes for students to choose from depending on their needs. With our
innovative programmes, excellent infrastructure, extensive library facilities and renowned faculty our students are
exceptionally well prepared for a successful future.
Read on to find out more about our law programmes. Do not hesitate to call or visit us should you have any queries.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Brickfields family.
Raja Singham
Managing Director / Senior Lecturer
School of Law
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Why Study Law?
College graduates may take up the study of law with
one or more of many possible career goals in mind.
Some enter law school so that they may eventually
practice law. However, legal qualifications are not
just for lawyers.
Given that legal education is a dynamic encounter,
reading law can be an empowering and enriching
experience.
Whilst a law degree can most certainly lead to an
exciting and challenging career as an advocate and
solicitor, it can also open the door to a wealth of
opportunities in almost every industry sector you
can think of.
You may be a successful lawyer and enter into
politics, business, enforcement (police, immigration
and customs), domestic trade, judiciary (magistrates
and judges), human rights activism, international
finance and banking or simply practice law in your
home town or city.
Law affects all aspects of life and society and is the
mechanism for change employed by governments
across the globe. From the protection of life and
liberty, through corporate law to international
relations, the law is centre stage. A degree in
English law is a highly regarded course of study.
Many of the most troubling moral and political
issues that we face are addressed in our society as
legal issues. An acquaintance with the law, an
awareness of some of the more important legal
decisions that have been made in the last few years
tells us more about ourselves than almost any other
institution or practice. Public debate about
surrogate motherhood, capital punishment, hate
speech, euthanasia, the electoral process and
equality between the sexes is waged in terms of
legal principle and acted out in our courts.
In essence, from doing a law degree one can enter
into a wide variety of fields showing the flexibility of
having a law degree.
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The
BAC
Story
Originally known as Brickfields College, the college
rebranded itself in 2003 as Brickfields Asia College (BAC)
to reflect its increasing role in providing quality education
not only to Malaysians but also as a regional player in
higher education. BAC s driving vision is to offer a wide
range of reasonably priced world class programmes to
make education accessible to everyone.
professionally competent and job ready and this has
proven time and again to have given our graduates an
added edge. Students attend workshops throughout the
academic year on time management, mind mapping,
study methods, legal referencing and many more.
Debates and moots are also an integral part of our
activities.
The college is the largest law school in the country and
has over the last 18 years established a strong, reputation
in the area of law. However the college has diversified
over the last few years and now offers a wide portfolio of
programmes including pre university, business, language,
professional skills programmes, and also postgraduate
programmes in the areas of law and business.
Our Counselling Services Department comprises of
academic advisors, personnel student counselors and the
student council. Aimed at student welfare, interests and
campus life, the department organises college wide
activities that incorporates participation from both the
staff and students. Our education counselors are there to
guide and advise students on the appropriate course and
the career advisor assist students in making the right
choice from the various career options available.
Excellent pass rates and top students at external
examinations have become a standard feature of the
Brickfields academic year. Brickfields students have
achieved outstanding results in the areas of A Levels, law,
business, project management and even corporate
administration. Our many students, who have had
excellent results are testimony enough of the blue chip
reputation for our programmes.
The college believes that teaching staff who are highly
qualified, experienced and dedicated are essential to the
long term success of any educational institution through
the educational experience of the students. To ensure
this, the college invests a significant amount of time and
money in ensuring that all programmes are conducted by
highly qualified teaching staff.
Brickfields, prides itself in the delivery of a
comprehensive education that results not just in excellent
academic accomplishments but also in graduates with
qualities that are highly sought after. Learning activities
are widely incorporated into all of the college’s courses.
The college emphasises on preparing graduates to be
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The Brickfields Bulletin is a quarterly newsletter written
and edited by our students and supervised by the
academic staff. The college, together with its students
participate in various community service activities all year
round such as fund raisers, scholarships to orphanages,
and many more.
The college has links with renowned law firms throughout
the country. These law firms support our law programmes
by sponsoring our top students, offering book prizes,
organising career talks, sponsoring events and offering
students positions for attachment and chambering.
In addition to charging reasonable fees, the College has
various methods to ease the financial burden including
EPF withdrawals, PTPTN loans, bank loans, instalment and
easy payment schemes (0% interest via credit card)
The college s central location makes it the most
accessible campus in Malaysia.
Julianna Widjaja
Cambridge Brilliance Award
Top Student in Malaysia for Law at
the June 2008 Cambridge A’level Exams
Pre University
Programmes
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A’ LEVELS
University of Cambridge
International Examinations (CIE)
University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largest
provider of international qualifications for 14–19 year olds. The A’ levels is an
internationally recognized Pre-University Qualification and is the most
accepted pre-university qualification in the world. BAC is proud to have
established itself as one of the leading A’level centres in Malaysia.
The A’levels is an ideal entry qualification for degree programmes in the areas
of law, business and management, accounting and finance, marketing,
economics, human resource management, English Language and double major
degree programmes.
With our team of dedicated lecturers, fully equipped library, wide range of
sports and extracurricular activities and a centrally located campus, the
college offers students the ideal environment for success.
Entry Requirements
5 SPM credits (including English)Trial Exam
Results Accepted.
Subjects Offered
Law (English Legal System, Contract & Tort)
Business Studies
Economics
English Literature
Mathematics
Accounting
Assessment
Assessment is purely by examination.The
examinations will be conducted in May and
November at Brickfields Asia College.
Progression
'A' Levels is an Entry Qualifications for
degrees in - Accounting, Business
Management, Commerce, Economics,
Finance, IT & Communication, Law,
Marketing, Mass Communication and
others.
Intakes
January, February, March, June and
September.
Students who scored 3A’s at the June 2008 Cambridge A’level Exams
Tey Mei Zhern; Tan Hui Wen; Margaret Lau Jia Sim;
and Keong Ming Wai
Mode of study
Full-time and Part-time.
Materials
Comprehensive materials will be provided
which include text books, study manuals,
revision notes, past-year questions and
suggested solutions.
Course Fees
Refer to Course Fee Sheet.
Faculty
Refer to Faculty Sheet.
Students who scored 3A’s at the June 2007 A – Level exams
Chan Mun Fei (Top Student in Malaysia for Business Studies);
Chang Mei Yan; Vijay Rueben s/o Kannan; and Sivambigai Rajendran
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Foundation in Arts
at Brickfields Asia College
The BAC Foundation in Arts programme is an entry qualification for degree
programmes in the areas of law, business and management, accounting and
finance, marketing, economics, human resource management, English
Language and others. It is also ideal for those intending to pursue double
major degree programmes. The programme aims to provide students with a
quality pre-university qualification, while equipping students with the
knowledge and understanding of a wide range of areas from law to business
and economics. Students have the option to choose their area of interest
and degree to pursue after completing their foundation studies. Our fully
equipped library, wide range of sports and extracurricular activities as well
as team of dedicated lecturers to ensure our students obtain an all-round
education and are provided the ideal foundation for success.
Entry Requirements
3 SPM credits. Trial exam results are also
accepted.
Subjects Offered
Year 1
Semester 1 (14 weeks)
• Economics I
• Business Studies I
• Law I
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A & B
• Economics II
• Business Studies II
• Law II
• Pendidikan Islam / Pendidikan Moral
• Pengajian Malaysia
• English Study Skills I
Year 2
• English Study Skills II
• Economics III
• Business Studies III
Assessment
Assessment is by examination and
assignment. Students will have to pass each
level before progressing to the next level.
Progression
The Foundation in Arts is an Entry
Qualifications for degrees in - Accounting,
Business Management, Economics, Finance,
Law, Marketing, English Language and
others.
Intakes
January, April, June and September.
Mode of study
Full-time.
Materials
which include text books, study manuals,
revision notes, past-year questions and
suggested solutions.
Course Fees
Refer to Course Fee Sheet.
Faculty
Refer to Faculty Sheet.
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Study & Life Skills Program
Critical thinking
Critical thinking requires a great deal of
independent thinking which questions the
norm and challenges the ordinary pattern,
which in turn is necessary for creativity and
innovation. Without critical thinking there can
be no personal progress. Here the students
will be taught that questioning the norm is
perfectly fine and in fact encouraged and the
type of questions that will cause the
breakthrough to happen. In this particular
module students will become aware of their
own comfort zone and how it has become
their limitation.
Creativity
In view of a growing and an urgent need for a
more holistic education, Brickfields Asia is
introducing a series of programs in addition to
the ‘A’ Levels and Foundation subjects, which
will concentrate on the individual’s latent
potential and other necessary skills which will
complement the pursuit of his or her course
and career.
Most students who have finished their
secondary education, regardless of which
school they come from, are ill-equipped to
take on the more demanding courses which
require one to have a probing mind and critical
thinking. Many students are also found to have
low self – confidence which acts as a
hindrance when it comes to group studies and
speaking up.
Another area that needs attention is
‘independent thinking’. One of the biggest
problems plaguing our community is ‘herd
mentality’. Students are afraid to think
differently from others and that affects the
quality of thought and hence the quality of
speech and action.
Students go through a study and life skills
program as an induction program to prepare
them not only for the course but also for their
career. The program will focus on study
techniques, time management, goal setting,
critical thinking and creativity.
Study techniques
Studying any subject must begin with a clear
objective as to what is it that needs to be
achieved at the end. Once this is clearly
defined then the techniques will be become
apparent. Hence there is no one correct
technique at any one time. As we know, most
studies are highly exam oriented and to a
certain extent compromises on the real value
of education. Thus it is important that studying
techniques must comprise of skills in
extracting knowledge that is going to help the
student, not just to pass exams but also
prepare him for his/her future.
Time management
Students in general seem to have a great
challenge in juggling their studies and all the
other distractions which they deem to be a
‘necessity’. This particular module will help
them to prioritize their daily activities
accordingly. The program will help students
determine what is ‘important’ and what is
‘urgent’ and will equip the students to be alert
to ‘time wasters’. This will enable them to
optimize their time by zeroing in on activities
that will enhance their potential and increase
their personal productivity.
Goal setting
Research shows that most students do not
have clear and well defined goals and as a
consequence their activities are not
concentrated and they eventually lose focus
on what is important. Their daily distractions
take over and failure in their exams becomes
inevitable. Setting clear goals and the ‘know
how’ to achieve them is a much needed skill
for students. Students must understand how
the mind functions and how to master it to
extract its potential.
As much as we all know that creativity is
important, we must know what the obstacles
to creativity are. Experience and habit happens
to be major obstacles to creativity. Here the
students will be introduced to characteristics
of the right brain and the left brain.
Tudor Rickards – ‘At the moment of insight
creativity may well be the result of both sides
of the brain working together.’
Learning will become much more interesting
and fun when it is done in a creative way. Here
again it is all about breaking the existing
mould and moving on in search of a more
effective way of doing things. This module will
also include mind mapping which is a very
useful tool to comprehend highly complicated
subjects.
Chan Mun Fei
Best Student in the World
University of London Intermediate
Examination 2008. Recipient of the
King’s College Scholarship
Undergraduate
Programmes
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LLB (Hons)
University of London External
The University of London is one of the world’s leading academic
institutions. The University of London External System is the oldest
distance learning programme in the world – its degrees have been
accessible to students worldwide since 1858. Today, it has over 40,000
students in more than 180 countries studying 100 different courses.
The University maintains a robust quality assurance process for all its
courses. The External System draws on the expertise of the University’s
Colleges and its examinations are set and marked by the same academics
that assess College-based students. So, while External students receive
specially designed courses to suit their needs, they achieve exactly the
same internationally recognised qualification as those who attend the
University itself.
In a world where degree providers are proliferating, the University of
London LLB offers the security of an internationally recognised 'gold
standard' established for over 100 years. The University of London was the
first to offer a degree in English Law, in the 1890s. Upon graduation you
will be joining a distinguished group of solicitors, barristers and judges
around the world who began their careers by obtaining their law degree
through the External System. The academic direction of the LLB and
Diploma in Law is provided by a Consortium of outstanding University of
London Law Schools: Birkbeck, King's, LSE, Queen Mary, SOAS and UCL.
The UOL LLB External Programme (3 + 0) is the only external law degree
awarded by a British University that is recognised by the Legal Profession
Qualifying Board of Malaysia for entry into the CLP examinations.
Brickfields Asia College has an excellent track record on the University of
London LLB examinations. The college has an outstanding faculty of
experienced and dedicated lecturers comprising both local and visiting
lecturers/examiners on the University of London programme who do
substatial teaching at the BAC.
Entry Requirements
5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 A-Levels
or STPM principals (excluding Pengajian Am) or;
A recognised degree
Subjects
LLB Intermediate (Year 1)
• Common Law Reasoning and Institutions
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
LLB Final Part 1 (Year 2)
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
• Elective Subject
LLB Final Part 2 (Year 3)
• Jurisprudence
• 3 Elective Subjects
Elective Subjects for Part 1 & 2
• Family Law
• Intellectual Property
• Company Law
• Sucession
• Commercial Law
• Law of Evidence
• Conflict of Laws
• European Union Law
Assessment
By examination in May. Students will have to
pass each part before proceeding to the next
level.
Intakes
January, April, June and September
Mode of study
Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning
Course Fees
Refer to Course Fee Sheet
Faculty
Refer to Faculty Sheet
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LLB (Hons)
University of the West of England, Bristol
via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)
The University of the West of England (UWE) is a modern, growing
university in the thriving city of Bristol. UWE is one of Britain's most
popular universities and is the largest provider of higher education in the
south west of England and one of the largest Law schools in the UK.
Students come to Bristol UWE from all parts of the UK, as well as a
significant and growing number of international students from over 50
countries worldwide. UWE has a history of providing high-quality
education and training to students, achieving consistently high assessment
scores for teaching quality. The University’s strong links with major
employers brings visiting lecturers to share their professional experience
and provides excellent placement opportunities for students. The
University prides itself on giving its students the knowledge and skills they
need to succeed in their chosen career.
Entry Requirements
5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 ALevels or STPM principals (excluding Pengajian
Am) or; A recognised degree
Subjects
LLB Year 1
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
• Malaysian Studies
• Moral Studies/Islamic Studies
• Bahasa Kebangsaan
LLB Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
• Law of Evidence/Commercial Law
LLB Year 3
• a wide range of subjects to choose from
at UWE
Assessment
assignments. Students will have to pass each
part before proceeding to the next level.
Intakes
January, June and September
The University of Bristol warmly welcomes applications form international
students, and have some 1300 students from more than 90 countries
currently studying at the University. UWE is proud of its positive
reputation among international students, and provide a number of
specialist services to ensure that their stay in the UK is a happy and
fulfilling experience. Advisers are available throughout one’s stay to help
with immigration, financial problems and other welfare matters. Some
Faculties also have international student tutors who can provide
assistance. A welcome event is arranged at the start of the academic year.
The UWE LLB Programme is a law degree awarded by a British University
that is recognised by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia for
entry into the CLP examinations. Brickfields Asia College has an
outstanding faculty of experienced and dedicated lecturers on the law
transfer degree programme comprising both local and visiting lecturers
from UK Universities.
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Mode of study
Full-time
Course Fees
Faculty
LLB (Hons)
Cardiff University
Cardiff University is recognised in independent government assessments as
one of Britain's leading teaching and research universities.
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883, the University today combines
impressive modern facilities and a dynamic approach to teaching and
research with its proud heritage of service and achievement. From its
outstanding central location amidst the parks, Portland-stone buildings and
tree-lined avenues that form the city's elegant civic centre, the University's
students and staff are drawn from throughout the world, attracted by its
international reputation and commitment to innovation and excellence in
all areas of activity. Cardiff is a member of the Russell Group of Britain's
leading research universities.
Entry Requirements
5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 A-Levels
or STPM principals (excluding Pengajian Am) or;
A recognised degree
Subjects
LLB Year 1
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
LLB Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
LLB Year 3
• a wide range of subjects to choose from at
Cardiff
Assessment
Assessment is by examination and assignments.
Students will have to pass each part before
proceeding to the next level.
Intakes
Mode of study
Full-time
Cardiff University welcomes applications from overseas students and
guarantee a place in a university hall of residence for overseas students.
Most university halls of residence are mixed. There are a number of single
sex halls of residence for female students. The University conducts its
student recruitment, selection and assessment procedures on an equal
opportunities basis. Ensuring that all students are treated equally,
regardless of their age, colour, race, ethnic or national origins, sex, sexual
orientation, marital status, family responsibilities, physical or sensory
disabilities or their political or religious beliefs.
Course Fees
Faculty
The Cardiff LLB Programme is a law degree awarded by a British University
that is recognised by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia for
entry into the CLP examinations. Brickfields Asia College has an outstanding
faculty of experienced and dedicated lecturers on the law transfer degree
programme comprising both local and visiting lecturers from UK
Universities.
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LLB (Hons)
LLB (Hons) Business Law
Aberystwyth University
Founded in 1872, Aberystwyth was the first university institution to be
established in Wales. Today, it has over 7,000 registered students, including
over 1,100 postgraduates across seventeen academic departments.
The institution is committed to developing its reputation as a provider of high
quality teaching and excellence in research. It aims to fulfil its special
responsibility for the educational needs of Wales, and to maintain and
develop partnerships with industry and other institutions both within Wales
and beyond, and also to promote collaboration in teaching and research
between the constituent parts of the University.
There is a regular train service from London and Euston. The University has
invested over £24m in residences in recent years and is able to offer
accommodation in an attractive, neighbourly environment. Furthermore, all
our residents enjoy additional benefits including computer network
connections in all study-bedrooms and inclusive room contents insurance.
What makes Student Life at Aberystwyth so great is difficult to explain. Some
students say it's the campus nature of the University and that you will be
close to all of your friends and the learning resources needed to study.
Others speak of the varied social and cultural activities and the friendliness
of students and people in Aberystwyth. Whilst others comment on the
superb sports facilities and the inclusive nature of the activities and teams.
Perhaps the real reason is that Aberystwyth has all the advantages of a city
and the friendliness of a smaller town. Aberystwyth was voted top for
Student Satisfaction in Wales and joint third in the whole of the UK. We've
always known that studying at Aberystwyth was a unique and fantastic
experience; our students feel the same way.
The Aberystwyth LLB Programme is a law degree awarded by a British
University that is recognised by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of
Malaysia for entry into the CLP examinations. Brickfields Asia College has an
outstanding faculty of experienced and dedicated lecturers on the law
transfer degree programme comprising both local and visiting lecturers from
UK Universities.
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Entry Requirements
Subjects
LLB Year 1
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
LLB Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
LLB Year 3
at Aberystwyth
Assessment
Intakes
Mode of study
Full-time
Course Fees
Faculty
LLB (Hons)
Hertfordshire University
We have twenty academic schools arranged into six faculties Creative and
Cultural Industries, Business School, Engineering and Information Sciences ,
Health and Human Sciences, Humanities, Law and Education ,
Interdisciplinary Studies.
Entry Requirements
We offer a whole range of non-repayable scholarships recognising
academic achievements and individual talents. Among them are our two
new Chancellor's Scholarships, available to UK and EU undergraduate
students for 2009 entry.
Subjects
LLB Year 1
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
LLB Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
LLB Year 3
at Hertfordshire
Assessment
To make things easier, we guarantee you a place in one of our fantastic
range of halls on campus for the First Year if you want it. Our
accommodation is actually on campus, so you're always close to the social
and learning facilities you need. There is a mix of accommodation styles
available at this campus, comprising Flats, Houses and traditional Halls of
Residence, with shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. All rooms have
network connections. There are some double rooms at the College Lane
campus. The de Havilland Campus offers modern, self-contained flats for
around eleven students with single bedrooms, en suite facilities, fridges
and network connections. The shared kitchens are comfy and have all the
latest appliances. There are a number of local letting agents in the Hatfield
area. We can offer information and advice on renting privately. Some
students choose to live with a local family, who may even provide meals.
We can give you a list of nearby lodgings.
Intakes
Mode of study
Full-time
Course Fees
Faculty
The Hertfordshire LLB Programme is a law degree awarded by a British
Malaysia for entry into the CLP examinations. Brickfields Asia College has
an outstanding faculty of experienced and dedicated lecturers on the law
transfer degree programme comprising both local and visiting lecturers
from UK Universities.
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LLB (Hons)
Northumbria University
Northumbria's international reputation as a leading modern university is the
result of a distinctive combination of outstanding quality, carefully focused
programmes, traditional values and social and cultural diversity. Since its
foundation in the historic City of Newcastle upon Tyne, the University has
developed into a successful regional, national and international organisation.
The University has, during recent years, consolidated its presence on two major
campuses in Newcastle upon Tyne, one in the city centre and the other, a
suburban location on the edge of the city at Coach Lane. There is also ongoing
refurbishment of existing teaching facilities, walkways and shared spaces.
In response to growing student numbers, the University has increased the
amount of its accommodation and can now offer a place to most new non-local
students who apply in good time. Our Accommodation Service has details of
hundreds of private properties as well as University accommodation.
Accommodation Services staff are on hand all year to offer information and
advice about all aspects of student accommodation and advise on such things
as landlord/tenant problems.
Libraries are at both City, and Coach Lane Campus, to access all services and to
use open access IT facilities and learning cafes. Services may be accessed oncampus or off-campus in the UK or overseas.
The Northumbria LLB Programme is a law degree awarded by a British
Malaysia for entry into the CLP examinations. Brickfields Asia College has an
outstanding faculty of experienced and dedicated lecturers on the law transfer
degree programme comprising both local and visiting lecturers from UK
Universities.
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Entry Requirements
Subjects
LLB Year 1
• Public Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
LLB Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust
• Law of Tort
LLB Year 3
at Northumbria
Assessment
Intakes
Mode of study
Full-time, Part-time and Distance Learning
Course Fees
Faculty
B. Jurisprudence
University Malaya External
The Bachelor of Jurisprudence is an external law degree
programme offered by the University of Malaya.
Students on this programme attend lectures and
seminars at Brickfields Asia College to prepare them for
the examinations which are set and marked by the
university. The External Bachelor of Jurisprudence
degree is equivalent to the LLB degree conferred to
students studying internally at the university. This
programme is recognised by the Legal Qualifying Board
for the purpose of entry into the CLP programme for
those intending to practice law in Malaysia.
Brickfields Asia College has an outstanding faculty of
experienced and dedicated lecturer s who have assisted
students to achieve excellent results at the Bachelor of
Jurisprudence examinations.
Entry Requirements
• Malaysian citizens or Permanent Residents of Malaysia
Five (5) credits at the SPM level or equivalent including Bahasa
Malaysia and English in one sitting; AND two (2) principal passes
in the STPM examinations in one sitting not less than twelve
months after passing the SPM examination, or an Equivalent.
•
Mature Candidates
Three (3) credits at the SPM level including Bahasa Malaysia, or
equivalent, AND five years working experience in a related field,
AND suitable and able to follow the programme by the
Jawatankuasa Pemilihan Universiti.
Subjects
Year One
• Malaysian Legal System
• Contract
• Constitutional Law
• Tort
• Islamic Law I
Year Two
• Land Law
• Criminal Law
• Equity and Trusts
• Administrative Law
• Family Law
Year Three
• Jurisprudence
• Company Law
• International Law
• Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia
• Ethnic Relations
• Choice of Option
Options Offerred*
• Land Dealings
• Commercial Transactions Law
* Optional subject classes will run with minimum of 10
students per class.
Assessment
Assessment is purely by examinations, which is held once a year in
July by University Malaya.
Intakes
October/November
Mode of study
Part-time, Distance Learning and Modular
Course Fees
Faculty
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BA (Hons) Law with Business & Management
BA (Hons) Law with Economics
BA (Hons) Law with Accounting & Finance
Aberystwyth University
The BA (Law) Degrees provides greater flexibility and a choice if you wish to
combine the study of law with another subject. Careful guidance will be given
at the start of each academic year to ensure a choice that will result in a
coherent degree scheme.
A law qualification, combined with another subject, can offer graduates a broad
range of opportunities in both the private and public sectors. Note however
that double major degrees are not accepted for the CLP qualification.
The BA (Hons) Law with Business Management provides:
a solid grounding in basic business concepts, ideas, practices and
methodologies and offers students the opportunity to follow a general business
pathway alongside a more specialised second subject. Graduates are well
equipped for a career in business, which can take them to the highest levels of
corporate decision making. This popular joint honours course enhances the
skills and career opportunities of graduates through the addition of a legal
dimension to the students knowledge. The Law modules are designed to
develop a range of transferable skills to enhance graduate career opportunities,
with an emphasis on verbal and written communication.
The BA (Hons) Law and Economics provides:
In year one of this course you will study the same subjects as on the BA (Hons)
Applied Economics degree programme. However in your second year, one third
of the units are devoted to the study of law (specifically, contract law and tort).
In your third year, there is a compulsory unit in European Community law,
which accompanies units in managerial economics and the economics of crime.
It is also possible for you to choose from a wide range of options in law and
economics and, as with all other undergraduate economics degrees, you will be
required to take the independent study unit.
Entry Requirements
5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 ALevels or STPM principals (excluding
Pengajian Am) or; A recognised degree
Subjects (Law)
Year 1
• Contract Law
• Criminal Law or Public Law
MQA Requirement Year 1
Year 2
• Land Law
• Law of Trust or Law of Tort
Year 3
at Aberystwyth
Subjects (Business & Management)
Year 1
• Introduction to Management Accounting
• Economic Principles
• Marketing Principles
• Introduction to Business Environment
Year 2
• Marketing Management
• Human Resource Management
• Principles of Management
• Marketing Communications
• Business Strategy
Year 3
at Aberystwyth
Subjects (Economics)
Year 1
• Economic Principles 1
• Hot Topics in Economics
• Economic Principles 2
• European Economy Development and
Integration
Year 2
• The Business Cycle and Macroeconomic
Policy
• Consumers, Firms and Markets
Year 3
at Aberystwyth
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Subjects (Accounting & Finance)
Year 1
• Introduction to Management Accounting
• Financial Accounting for Specialist
• Introduction to Financial Management
Year 2 Option 1
• Investments
• Financial Accounting 2
• Management Accounting 2
Year 2 Option 2
• Management Accounting 3:
Recent Developments
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Accounting 3:
Group Financial Reporting
Year 3
at Aberystwyth
The BA (Hons) Law and Accounting and Finance provides:
This double degree major is designed to provide a comprehensive
understanding of, and competency in, accounting and associated fields
of auditing, taxation, business law and financial management and to
equip students for a professional accounting career in commerce,
industry, government or public practice.
You will be introduced to a broad range of topics that are vital for
understanding the business world as a whole. You will study business IT
and statistical analysis, as well as organisational behaviour and law. You
will also focus on financial accounting, management accounting and
finance, developing your technical expertise and your ability to apply
and evaluate theoretical concepts and ideas.
Assessment
Intakes
Mode of study
Full-time
Materials
which include study manuals, revision notes,
past-year questions and suggested solutions
Course Fees
Faculty
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Jade Yap Wei Li
Recipient of the Tun Hamid Omar
Foundation Award for Best Overall
CLP Student and the Attorney
General’s Award 2007
Postgraduate
Programmes
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ICSA Fast Track Route
The Malaysian Institute of Chartered
Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)
ICSA, the leading recognised professional body for Chartered Secretaries and
Administrators in the United Kingdom and throughout the world. The Institute
was formed in 1891 and was granted the Royal Charter in 1902, which set the
seal of authority and royal recognition on that belief. Chartered Secretaries are
qualified in company law, accounting, corporate governance, administration,
company secretarial practice and management and are trained to chart a
course through regulation, legislation and best practice in order to deliver
effective operations. The Institute has 44,000 members and 28,000 students in
over 90 countries.
Chartered Secretaries are high ranking professionals who are trained to uphold
the highest standards of corporate governance, effective operations,
compliance and administration. Highly valued by employers for their ICSA
training, Chartered Secretaries are the primary source of advice on the conduct
of business. This can span everything from legal advice on conflict of interest,
through accounting advice, to the development of strategy and corporate
planning. Chartered Secretaries are employed as chairs, chief executives and
non-executive directors as well as managers and company secretaries.
The fast track route gives degree holders the opportunity to obtain an
internationally recognised professional qualification at a fraction of the time
and cost. The role of the company secretary has evolved to that of an advisor to
the Board of Directors.
Entry Requirements
• STPM Principles or A Level passes; or
• Certificate in Corporate Administration;
or
• Matriculation / pre-university
certificates; or
• Recognised diplomas/advanced
diplomas; or
• Mature entry candidates:1. Minimum 21 years of age.
2. With relevant working experience or
with a letter of recommendation
from recognised bodies.
Subjects
• Taxation
• Financial Accounting
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Administration
• Corporate Financial Management
• Corporate Secretaryship
Assessment
June and December each year
Intakes
January, February, March, April, July, August,
September, October.
Mode of study
Full-time
Materials
which include study manuals, revision notes,
past-year questions and suggested solutions
Course Fees
Faculty
Best in Malaysia ICSA.
Recipient of the AmBank Group
Award for Corporate Financial
Management and PFA Corporate
Services Sdn Bhd Award for
Corporate Secretaryship (2007)
Betty Ngui Chiew Pieng
Best in Malaysia ICSA.
Recipient of the Sime Darby
Award for Corporate Governance
(2007)
Hasnita bt Sulaiman
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Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP)
Legal Profession Qualifying Board
The Certificate in Legal Practice, or more commonly known as CLP, is a course and
examination taken by foreign university law graduates in order to become a qualified
lawyer in Malaysia. The examination is conducted by the Legal Profession Qualifying
Board of Malaysia and is governed by the Legal Profession Act 1976. The Board allows
degree holders from certain universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New
Zealand to sit for the examination. Law graduates from local universities are not required
to take the CLP, but are required to complete an additional year of practical studies in
their respective universities. After obtaining the certificate, the student will normally
proceed to do chambering, which is a form of apprenticeship similar to a pupilage in
England. After completing nine months of chambering, the student may finally be called
to the bar and become a qualified lawyer.
Brickfields Asia College has consistently produced excellent results at the CLP
examinations and has the best track record for the CLP. The excellent performance of our
students at these examinations are unsurpassed and Brickfields Asia College will
continue to be the leading school for the CLP programme.
Brickfields Asia College has helped over 5500 CLP students pass the CLP examinations
over the past 18 years.
Achievements
BAC’s results at the 2008 July CLP examination speaks for itself. 10 out of 11 Second
Class Uppers awarded at the July 2008 examinations were secured by BAC students
(Arunjothy a/p M. Selvaraju, Goh Chai Ling, Jayanthi a/p Suppiah, Lai Gui Si, Melissa
Soon Siew-Li, Naveena Kaur Gill a/p Jasmeeth Singh, Nereen Kaur a/p Kaher Atma Singh,
Ong Siew Yin, Tan Shueh Ming, Tham Li Vyen). 75 out of the 94 Second Lowers and 246
out of 307 passes awarded nationwide were also secured by BAC students. The College
also obtained the highest number of Second Uppers ever and scored numerous First
Class and Book Prize performances in individual subjects.
Entry Requirements
• Malaysian citizens or
Permanent Residents of
Malaysia
SPM (minimum 3 credits) or
Equivalent (GCE 'O' Level); and
STPM (minimum 2 credits) or
Equivalent ('A' Levels passes).
•
Mature Candidates
minimum of 3 credits at SPM
or equivalent PLUS five (5)
years of meaningful and
proven work experience.
Degree
There are over 30 universities
accepted by the Legal Profession
Qualifying Board. The list is
available at www.bac.edu.my
Subjects
• General Paper
• Criminal Procedure
• Civil Procedure
• Professional Practice
• Evidence
Assessment
The CLP examination will be in July.
It consists of a three hour
examination for each of the
subjects with additional 15 minutes
to read the question.
Intakes
September
Mode of study
Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Learning
Materials
Comprehensive materials will be
provided which include study
manuals, revision notes, past-year
questions and suggested solutions
Course Fees
Faculty
Best Overall CLP Student 2008, Tham Li Vyen
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(LLM)
Masters in Law
Northumbria University
Northumbria University Law School has an enviable reputation
for its practical, innovative Masters programmes, which are
accessible to a wide range of professionals. These programmes
attract a diverse and interesting student base from all over the
world. Various LLM programmes can be studied on a full-time
basis, although many students now opt to study via distance
learning which provides a more flexible approach more suited to
busy lifestyles. All of our programmes make use of electronic
learning and the Law School is involved in numerous continuing
professional development programmes, which aim to make
Northumbria a leading institution in this field.
LLM Commercial Law
Commercial awareness is a pre-requisite for both legal
practitioners and those in business. The LLM/Diploma in
Commercial Law is designed to provide an in-depth knowledge
and understanding of a range of commercial law subjects.
Students on the programme gain specialist legal knowledge
within a practical context, whilst developing expertise in chosen
areas and enhancing research skills. The programme will be of
interest to legal practitioners, to those in business and to people
in the public sector who encounter various aspects of
Commercial Law. It will also interest students who wish to
enhance their qualifications in this area.
The LLM in Commercial Law offers you the possibility of studying
a number of subjects of particular relevance to commercial
activities.
Entry Requirements
• Malaysian citizens or Permanent Residents of
Malaysia
SPM (minimum 3 credits) or Equivalent (GCE 'O'
Level); and STPM (minimum 2 credits) or Equivalent
('A' Levels passes).
•
Mature Candidates
minimum of 3 credits at SPM or equivalent PLUS five
(5) years of meaningful and proven work experience.
Subjects
Full-time Programmes
• Commercial Law
• International Commercial Law
• International Trade Law
Distance Learning Programmes
• Advanced Commercial Property Law
• Advanced Legal Practice
• Commercial Law
• Employment Law in Practice
• International Commercial Law
• International Trade Law
• Medical Law
Commercial Law
Core Module
Legal Research in Commercial Law aims to introduce
students to fundamental legal concepts, the structure of
the courts and the sources of law. In particular the
module introduces students to the nature of contractual
and tortious liability and develops the necessary core
knowledge and understanding for the study of more
specialist aspects of commercial law.
Options
Students must select five options. At least four options
must be from list A.
A list comprises:
• Commercial Contracts
• Company Law and Insolvency
• Competition Law
• Construction Law
• E-Commerce Law
• Employment Law
• Free Movement of Goods and Persons
• Intellectual Property Law
The B list comprises:
• Carriage of Goods by Sea
• International Sale Contracts
• International Dispute Resolution
• International Trade Finance Law
• Law of International Trade
• Marine Insurance Law
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LLM International Trade Law
This postgraduate programme provides students with an indepth understanding of the legal issues involved with
international trade and will provide students with a reputable
qualification in this exciting area of study.
In order to qualify for the LLM in International Trade Law,
students are required to complete three core modules.
Legal Research in Commercial Law aims to introduce students
to fundamental legal concepts, the structure of the courts and
the sources of law.
Carriage of Goods by Sea explores the legal rules applicable to
carriage of goods by sea.
International Sale Contracts critically examines the legal
principles regulating international sale contracts.
LLM Medical Law
This programme combines in-depth study of Medical Law with
the flexibility of distance learning.
The programme enables participants to gain specialist
knowledge within a practical context whilst enhancing
research skills and developing expertise in a chosen field.
The programme will be of interest to practising lawyers,
doctors, other health care professionals, administrators and
those with a general interest in Medical Law.
The programme is taught on a distance learning basis, with the
provision of study packs, and lectures and workshops with six
optional study days. The programme begins with the study of
Legal Principles and Methodology. This module develops the
research skills necessary to study at Masters level and also
provides an invaluable grounding in legal research methods for
non-lawyers.
Note
Each core and optional module is assessed through the
completion of a written assignment. Students are required to
submit an assignment of no more than 4,000 words for each
module. There are no examinations on this programme.
Students wishing to gain an LLM must complete a dissertation
of between 16,000 and 20,000 words in a related topic of their
choice.
This programme requires one written reference to be
provided with your application.
International Trade Law
Options
You must select three options. At least one option must
be selected from List B.
List A
• Commercial Contracts
• Company Law and Insolvency
• Competition Law
• Construction Law
• E-commerce Law
• Employment Law
• Free Movement of Goods and Persons
• Intellectual Property Law
List B
• International Dispute Resolution
• International Trade Finance Law
• Marine Insurance Law
Options may not always be available. For further
information on which options are running and when they
run please contact la.information@northumbria.ac.uk
Medical Law
Compulsory modules
• Treatment: Consent and Patients' Rights
• Medical Confidentiality
• Legal Principles and Methodology in Medical Law
• Clinical NegligenceOptional modules· Quality and
Risk Management in Health Care
• The Expert Witness
• Employment Issues in Health Care
• Advanced Clinical Negligence Litigation (in conjunction
with Ward Hadaway)
• Patients' Rights and Remedies
• Mental Health and Capacity
• Children: Medical and Mental Health Issues
Options may not always be available. For further
information on which options are running and when they
run please contact la.information@northumbria.ac.uk
Intakes
September and February.
Mode of study
Full-time and Distance Learning
Materials
Comprehensive materials will be provided which include
study manuals, revision notes, past-year questions and
suggested solutions
Course Fees
Faculty
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