Course Structure and Credit Distribution
The Law program at Iimt University Meerut is structured over three years, with a total of six semesters. Each semester consists of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to foster practical application and research skills.
Semester | Course Code | Full Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | LLB-101 | Introduction to Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
1 | LLB-102 | Constitutional Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-101 |
1 | LLB-103 | Contract Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-101 |
1 | LLB-104 | Criminal Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-101 |
1 | LLB-105 | Tort Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-101 |
1 | LLB-106 | Legal Research & Writing | 2-0-0-2 | - |
1 | LLB-107 | Law Lab I | 0-0-2-2 | - |
2 | LLB-201 | Company Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-102, LLB-103 |
2 | LLB-202 | Family Law | 3-0-0-3 | LLB-101 |
2 | LLB-203 | Property Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-101 |
2 | LLB-204 | Labour & Industrial Law | 3-0-0-3 | LLB-101 |
2 | LLB-205 | Environmental Law | 3-0-0-3 | LLB-101 |
2 | LLB-206 | Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility | 2-0-0-2 | - |
2 | LLB-207 | Law Lab II | 0-0-2-2 | LLB-107 |
3 | LLB-301 | Human Rights Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-201, LLB-202 |
3 | LLB-302 | Criminal Procedure Code | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-104 |
3 | LLB-303 | Intellectual Property Law | 3-0-0-3 | LLB-201 |
3 | LLB-304 | International Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB-102, LLB-201 |
3 | LLB-305 | Comparative Constitutional Law | 3-0-0-3 | LLB-102 |
3 | LLB-306 | Legal Research & Policy Analysis | 2-0-0-2 | LLB-106 |
3 | LLB-307 | Law Lab III | 0-0-2-2 | LLB-207 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Students can choose from a range of advanced elective courses in their third year to specialize in areas of interest. These courses are designed to deepen understanding and provide specialized knowledge relevant to future career paths.
- Dispute Resolution Techniques: This course focuses on mediation, arbitration, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms used in civil and commercial contexts. Students learn practical skills through simulations and role-play exercises.
- Corporate Governance & Compliance: Covers the legal framework governing corporate behavior, including board responsibilities, shareholder rights, and regulatory compliance. Students analyze case studies of corporate scandals and governance failures.
- Human Rights Advocacy: Explores strategies for protecting human rights through litigation, advocacy, and policy reform. The course includes field visits to NGOs and human rights organizations.
- Cybersecurity Law & Digital Rights: Examines the legal challenges posed by digital technologies, including privacy laws, data protection regulations, and cybercrime legislation.
- Public International Law: Provides an overview of international legal systems, treaties, and diplomatic relations. Students engage in simulations of international conferences and negotiations.
- Environmental Impact Assessment: Teaches students how to evaluate environmental consequences of development projects and navigate legal frameworks for sustainable practices.
- Family Violence & Child Protection: Addresses legal aspects of domestic violence, child abuse, and protection mechanisms under national and international laws.
- Intellectual Property Enforcement: Focuses on strategies for protecting intellectual property rights through litigation, licensing agreements, and regulatory frameworks.
- Civil Procedure & Evidence: Deep dives into procedural rules governing civil trials, including evidence admissibility, burden of proof, and judicial discretion.
- Humanitarian Law & War Crimes: Examines international humanitarian law, war crimes tribunals, and the role of international criminal justice in conflict resolution.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department emphasizes project-based learning as a core component of its educational philosophy. Projects are designed to encourage critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and collaborative problem-solving skills among students.
The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects in the second year and a final-year thesis or capstone project that allows students to demonstrate mastery of legal principles and their application in real-world scenarios.
Mini-Projects Structure
Mini-projects are undertaken in groups of 3-5 students and involve conducting research on a specific legal issue, preparing a report, and presenting findings to faculty members. These projects typically last two months and contribute 10% to the final grade.
Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project
The capstone project is an individual endeavor that allows students to explore a specialized area of interest in depth. Students work closely with a faculty advisor to select a topic, conduct research, draft a comprehensive report, and present findings to a panel of experts.
Students must submit their proposals by the end of the third semester, and the final submission deadline is typically at the beginning of the sixth semester. The project contributes 30% to the overall evaluation.