Comprehensive Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Full Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LAW-101 | Introduction to Law | 3-0-0-3 | N/A |
| 1 | LAW-102 | Legal Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | N/A |
| 1 | LAW-103 | Constitutional Law | 3-0-0-3 | N/A |
| 1 | LAW-104 | History of Indian Legal System | 2-0-0-2 | N/A |
| 1 | LAW-105 | English for Legal Professionals | 2-0-0-2 | N/A |
| 2 | LAW-201 | Contract Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-101, LAW-102 |
| 2 | LAW-202 | Torts | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-101, LAW-102 |
| 2 | LAW-203 | Criminal Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-101, LAW-102 |
| 2 | LAW-204 | Property Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-101, LAW-102 |
| 2 | LAW-205 | Legal Writing and Advocacy | 2-0-0-2 | LAW-101, LAW-102 |
| 3 | LAW-301 | Corporate Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-201, LAW-202 |
| 3 | LAW-302 | Labour and Employment Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-201, LAW-202 |
| 3 | LAW-303 | Family Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-201, LAW-202 |
| 3 | LAW-304 | Banking and Financial Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-201, LAW-202 |
| 3 | LAW-305 | Environmental Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-201, LAW-202 |
| 4 | LAW-401 | Human Rights Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-301, LAW-302 |
| 4 | LAW-402 | International Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-301, LAW-302 |
| 4 | LAW-403 | Intellectual Property Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-301, LAW-302 |
| 4 | LAW-404 | Cybersecurity Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-301, LAW-302 |
| 4 | LAW-405 | Public Policy and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-301, LAW-302 |
| 5 | LAW-501 | Advanced Corporate Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-401, LAW-402 |
| 5 | LAW-502 | Dispute Resolution Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-401, LAW-402 |
| 5 | LAW-503 | Comparative Legal Systems | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-401, LAW-402 |
| 5 | LAW-504 | Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-401, LAW-402 |
| 5 | LAW-505 | Research and Thesis Writing | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-401, LAW-402 |
| 6 | LAW-601 | Final Year Project | 3-0-0-3 | LAW-501, LAW-502 |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The following advanced elective courses are offered during the program to deepen student understanding in specialized areas:
- Corporate Law: This course explores the legal framework governing corporations, including formation, governance, and dissolution. Students engage with case studies involving major corporate disputes and regulatory compliance issues.
- Labour and Employment Law: Designed to understand employment relationships and labor rights, this course covers collective bargaining, industrial relations, and workplace discrimination laws.
- Family Law: Focused on domestic legal matters such as marriage, divorce, adoption, and child custody, this course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications in family courts.
- Banking and Financial Law: This elective provides insights into banking regulations, financial instruments, and the legal aspects of financial services, preparing students for careers in finance-related legal roles.
- Environmental Law: Students examine laws protecting natural resources, air and water quality standards, and environmental impact assessments, with a focus on India's national environmental policies.
- Human Rights Law: This course delves into international human rights frameworks, domestic legal protections, and advocacy strategies for marginalized groups.
- International Law: Students study the principles of international law, including treaty law, diplomatic relations, and international criminal justice mechanisms.
- Intellectual Property Law: This course examines patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with emphasis on digital innovations and global IP strategies.
- Cybersecurity Law: As cyber threats grow, this course addresses legal frameworks for data protection, cybersecurity compliance, and digital crime prosecution.
- Public Policy and Governance: This elective explores how law intersects with public administration, policy-making processes, and administrative reforms.
- Dispute Resolution Techniques: Students learn mediation, arbitration, and negotiation techniques used in modern legal practice and international conflict resolution.
- Comparative Legal Systems: This course compares legal traditions from different countries, helping students understand global legal trends and cross-border applications.
- Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility: A critical component of legal training, this course examines ethical dilemmas faced by lawyers in practice and the professional obligations they must uphold.
- Research and Thesis Writing: This course equips students with skills necessary for conducting high-level legal research and producing publishable academic work.
- Final Year Project: Students conduct an independent research project under faculty supervision, culminating in a thesis that contributes original insights to legal scholarship.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our department strongly believes in experiential learning through project-based education. Projects are designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. Students work on research topics that align with current legal challenges, often collaborating with external partners such as law firms, NGOs, and government departments.
The mini-projects begin in the second year and are evaluated based on analytical rigor, presentation skills, and contribution to legal discourse. The final-year thesis or capstone project allows students to pursue an area of personal interest while receiving mentorship from faculty members with expertise in that field.
Project selection involves a detailed proposal process where students identify their research interests, consult with potential mentors, and submit a timeline for completion. Evaluation criteria include originality, depth of analysis, clarity of writing, and adherence to academic standards.