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COURSE FACT

STUDY LEVEL PROGRAM DURATION CREDITS HOURS

Under Graduate

10 Semesters, 5 years

166

Eligibility Criteria

At least 45% marks or 2nd division in FA/F.Sc./ICS/I.Com./A Level or equivalent. At least 50% marks in LAT Any other conditions as prescribed by HEC & PBC Rules


Objectives

Learn how to practice law through mock trails in moot courts, visual lectures and documentaries, group assignments & monthly court visits for learning the court procedures.

GIU takes pride in offering additional and relevantly new subjects in our curriculum for our students to explore different areas of law and perusing carrier in diverse fields of Laws e.g. Cyber Law, Media Law, Environmental Law, and ADR (alternative dispute resolution).

With our student centric policy at the core heart of GIU, we place our student’s individuality, character building, personal & professional growth at the top of our priorities. We offer placement and internship opportunities in different alumni and other legal institutions/organizations for our students to shine and grow in multi-dimensional ways to be a strong & useful slab of society.

Role and Scope

The LLB program in a university setting is essential for fostering a deep understanding of legal ideas and practices. This breadth extends beyond just academic studies, including the development of critical thinking, analytical ability, and good communication skills among pupils.

The LLB degree provides students with the required information and tools to navigate complicated legal landscapes by exploring several areas of law, such as constitutional, criminal, and contract law. Furthermore, it cultivates a culture that prioritizes adherence to legal principles and professional conduct, imparting in students a profound commitment to accountability and honesty as aspiring legal practitioners. The program effectively connects theoretical knowledge with practical experience through activities such as moot court competitions and internships. This prepares students for the challenges of working in the legal field, enabling them to make valuable contributions to society as ethical, skilled, and socially responsible legal professionals.  

Semesters and Courses

Scheme of Studies

LL.B

Semester I

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
ISL-102 TEACHING OF HOLY QURAN WITH TRANSLATION - I N.C
ENG-101 ENGLISH - I 3
LLB-112 PAKISTAN STUDIES 2
LLB-113 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 3
LLB-114 FUNDAMENTALS OF ECONOMICS 3
LLB-115 INTRODUCTION TO LAW 3
LLB-116 SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 3
  Credit Hours 17

Semester II

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
ISL - 103 TEACHING OF HOLY QURAN WITH TRANSLATION - II N.C
ENG-121 ENGLISH - II 3
LLB-122 ISLAMIC STUDIES 2
LLB-123 PRINCIPLES OF POLITICAL SCIENCE 3
LLB-124 LEGAL SYSTEM OF PAKISTAN 3
LLB-125 HISTORY (SOUTH ASIA) 3
LLB-126 LAW OF TORTS - I 3
  Credit Hours 17

 

Semester III

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
ISL-201 TEACHING OF HOLY QURAN WITH TRANSLATION - III N.C
LLB-211 ENGLISH - III 3
LLB-212 INTRODUCTION TO LOGIC AND REASONING 3
LLB-213 ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE - I 3
LLB-214 LAW OF TORTS - II 3
LLB-215 LAW OF CONTRACT - I 3
LLB-216 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW - I (UK) 3
  Credit Hours 18

Semester IV

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
ISL-202 TEACHING OF HOLY QURAN WITH TRANSLATION - IV N.C
LLB-221 HUMAN RIGHTS LAW 3
LLB-222 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW - II (US) 3
LLB-223 LAW OF CONTRACT - II 3
LLB-224 ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE - II 3
LLB-225 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 3
  Credit Hours 15

 

Semester V

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB-311 JURISPRUDENCE - I 3
LLB-312 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW - III (PAKISTAN) 3
LLB-313 ISLAMIC PERSONAL LAW - I 3
LLB-314 CRIMINAL LAW - I 3
LLB-315 LAW OF PROPERTY 3
  Credit Hours 15

Semester VI

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB-321 JURISPRUDENCE - II 3
LLB-322 LAW OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS 3
LLB-323 ISLAMIC PERSONAL LAW - II 3
LLB-324 CRIMINAL LAW - II 3
LLB-325 LAND LAWS 3
  Credit Hours 15

 

Semester VII

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB- 411 PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW - I 3
LLB- 412 CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENTS IN PAKISTAN 3
LLB- 413 CIVIL PROCEDURE - I 3
LLB- 414 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE - I 3
LLB- 415 LAW OF EVIDENCE - I 3
LLB- 416 LEGAL DRAFTING - I 3
  Credit Hours 18

 

 

Semester VIII

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB-421 PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW - II 3
LLB-422 EQUITY AND SPECIFIC RELIEF 3
LLB-423 CIVIL PROCEDURE - II 3
LLB-424 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE - II 3
LLB-425 LAW OF EVIDENCE - II 3
LLB-426 LEGAL DRAFTING - II 3
  Credit Hours 18

 

INTERNSHIP After Completion of 8th Semester And Before 10th Semester 3

 

Semester IX

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB-511 RESEARCH METHODS 3
LLB-512 MINOR ACTS 3
LLB-XXX ELECTIVE - I * 3
LLB-XXX ELECTIVE - II * 3
LLB-515 MOOT CASES AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICS 3
  Credit Hours 15

 

Semester X

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
LLB-521 ADMINISTRATIVE LAW 3
LLB-522 INTERPRETATION OF STATUTES AND LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING 3
LLB-523 RESEARCH PROJECT 3
LLB-XXX ELECTIVE - III * 3
LLB-XXX ELECTIVE - IV * 3
  Credit Hours 15
  Grand Total 166

 

* ELECTIVE COURSES

1. Alternate Dispute Resolution

2. Banking Laws

3. Conflict of Laws

4. Consumer Protection Laws

5. Custom and Tariff Laws

6. e-Commerce Law

7. Election Laws

8. Environmental Laws

9. Gender and Law

10. Insurance laws

11. Intellectual Property Laws

12. International Economic Law

13. International Humanitarian Law

14. International Institutions

15. International Trade Law

16. Islamic Commercial Laws

17. Labour Laws

18. Law and Development

19. Law and Energy

20. Law and Society in Pakistan

21. Local and Special Laws

22. Media Laws

23. Medical and Forensic Law

24. Mergers and Acquisitions

25. Islamic Legal Maxims

26. Public Interest Litigation

27. Securities Regulation

28. Shipping and Admiralty Laws

29. Taxation Laws

30. Telecommunication Law