Curriculum Overview
The LLB program at Indus International Uniersity Una is meticulously designed to offer students a comprehensive understanding of legal principles while fostering analytical thinking, ethical reasoning, and practical application. The curriculum is structured over three years with each year comprising a combination of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory-based learning opportunities.
Year One: Foundation Courses
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | LLB101 | Introduction to Legal System | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB102 | Legal Methodology and Research | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB103 | Constitutional Law of India | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| I | LLB104 | English Legal Language | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB105 | History of Indian Legal System | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB106 | Introduction to Jurisprudence | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB107 | Legal Writing and Drafting | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | LLB108 | Moot Court Practice | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Year Two: Core Legal Disciplines
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| II | LLB201 | Contract Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB202 | Tort Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB203 | Criminal Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB204 | Property Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB205 | Evidence Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB206 | Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB207 | Legal Research and Case Analysis | 2-0-0-2 | LLB101, LLB103 |
| II | LLB208 | Public Speaking and Advocacy Skills | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Year Three: Specializations and Electives
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| III | LLB301 | Corporate Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB201, LLB202 |
| III | LLB302 | Human Rights Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB103, LLB203 |
| III | LLB303 | Environmental Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB103, LLB202 |
| III | LLB304 | International Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB103, LLB201 |
| III | LLB305 | Intellectual Property Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB201, LLB202 |
| III | LLB306 | Criminal Justice Reform | 4-0-0-4 | LLB203, LLB201 |
| III | LLB307 | Constitutional Law (Advanced) | 4-0-0-4 | LLB103, LLB201 |
| III | LLB308 | Commercial Law | 4-0-0-4 | LLB201, LLB202 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The program offers advanced departmental electives that allow students to specialize in areas of interest. These courses are taught by experts in their respective fields and often incorporate real-world case studies and simulations.
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: This course explores the legal frameworks governing corporate behavior, including fiduciary duties, board responsibilities, and regulatory compliance. Students analyze actual corporate scandals and learn how to prevent them through proactive governance strategies.
- Dispute Resolution Techniques: Designed to equip students with skills in negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, this course covers both traditional and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms used in modern legal practice.
- Public Interest Litigation: Focused on how courts can be leveraged for social justice, this elective examines landmark cases involving public health, environmental protection, and civil rights.
- Data Protection and Privacy Law: As digital privacy becomes increasingly critical, students examine laws governing data collection, processing, and security, including GDPR and India's proposed Data Protection Bill.
- Banking and Financial Regulation: This course delves into the legal aspects of financial services, covering banking law, securities regulation, and regulatory oversight mechanisms.
- Intellectual Property Management: Students learn how to protect creative works through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with an emphasis on global IP strategies.
- Environmental Impact Assessment: This course explores legal tools used to assess and mitigate environmental harm, including regulatory frameworks for industrial projects and climate change adaptation policies.
- Human Rights Advocacy: Students study international human rights instruments and learn how to advocate for marginalized groups through legal means, including lobbying, litigation, and policy reform.
- International Trade Law: This course examines the legal structures governing global commerce, including WTO agreements, bilateral trade pacts, and dispute settlement procedures.
- Family Law and Child Welfare: Focused on domestic legal issues such as marriage, divorce, adoption, and child custody, this course also addresses legal protections for vulnerable populations.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
At Indus International Uniersity Una, project-based learning is a cornerstone of the legal education experience. The program encourages students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through hands-on projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Mini-projects are assigned throughout the program and typically involve research papers, policy briefings, or mock trials. These projects are supervised by faculty members who guide students through literature reviews, case analyses, and argument development. The scope of these assignments ranges from analyzing judicial decisions to proposing reforms in existing laws.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a comprehensive endeavor that allows students to demonstrate mastery in their chosen area of specialization. Students select topics in consultation with faculty mentors, conduct extensive research, and present findings in a formal paper or presentation. This process not only enhances academic skills but also prepares students for careers in legal practice or academia.
Students are encouraged to collaborate with peers on projects, fostering teamwork and communication abilities essential in professional settings. Additionally, the program facilitates connections with external stakeholders such as law firms, NGOs, and government departments to ensure that projects address genuine societal needs.