Course Structure Overview
The Law program at Manav Bharti University Solan is structured over three years, with each academic year divided into two semesters. The curriculum balances foundational legal principles with specialized electives, ensuring students develop both broad knowledge and deep expertise in their chosen areas.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | I | LAW101 | Jurisprudence | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LAW102 | Constitutional Law | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| I | II | LAW103 | Contract Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LAW104 | Tort Law | 3-0-0-3 | - | |
| II | I | LAW201 | Criminal Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW104 |
| I | LAW202 | Property Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW103 | |
| II | II | LAW203 | Family Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW201 |
| II | LAW204 | Evidence Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW104 | |
| III | I | LAW301 | Corporate Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW202 |
| I | LAW302 | International Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW102 | |
| III | II | LAW303 | Environmental Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW201 |
| II | LAW304 | Digital & Cyber Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW203 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Students can choose from a wide range of advanced departmental electives designed to enhance specialization and practical skills:
- Corporate Governance and Ethics: Explores the intersection of corporate law, ethics, and stakeholder management, including case studies from Indian and global firms.
- Intellectual Property Law: Focuses on patent, trademark, and copyright laws with emphasis on innovation ecosystems and policy implications.
- Human Rights and International Law: Analyzes the development of international human rights law and its application in domestic legal systems.
- Environmental Compliance and Sustainability: Reviews regulatory frameworks for environmental protection and sustainable resource use.
- Cybersecurity and Data Protection: Addresses legal challenges posed by rapid digitalization and evolving cyber threats.
- Public International Law: Covers international organizations, territorial disputes, and diplomatic relations in the context of global governance.
- Commercial Arbitration and Dispute Resolution: Prepares students for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms used in business and investment contexts.
- Gender Justice and Legal Reform: Examines gender-specific legal issues and initiatives aimed at promoting equality and inclusion.
- Law of the Sea and Maritime Disputes: Investigates maritime law and territorial conflicts involving coastal states.
- Healthcare Law and Bioethics: Explores regulatory frameworks governing healthcare delivery, medical malpractice, and ethical dilemmas in biotechnology.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a means of developing critical thinking, research skills, and real-world application. Students engage in two major projects during their studies:
- Mini Projects (Year I-II): These are structured assignments that allow students to apply legal concepts to specific cases or scenarios. Each project requires students to analyze a problem, propose solutions, and present findings to faculty members.
- Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project: In the final year, students select a topic of interest under the guidance of a faculty mentor. The project involves extensive research, critical analysis, and a formal presentation before a panel of experts.
The evaluation criteria for these projects include clarity of argumentation, depth of research, originality of insight, and presentation quality. Faculty mentors are selected based on expertise in relevant fields, ensuring personalized guidance throughout the process.