Comprehensive Course Structure
The LLB program at Martin Luther Christian University Shillong is structured to provide a balanced mix of foundational knowledge and specialized expertise. The curriculum spans three years, with each year building upon the previous one to ensure progressive mastery of legal concepts and skills.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | LLB101 | Jurisprudence | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB102 | Legal Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB103 | Constitutional Law I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB104 | Contract Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB105 | Tort Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB106 | Criminal Law I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB107 | Property Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | LLB108 | Legal Writing and Research | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| II | LLB201 | Constitutional Law II | 3-0-0-3 | LLB103 |
| II | LLB202 | Criminal Law II | 3-0-0-3 | LLB106 |
| II | LLB203 | Administrative Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LLB204 | Company Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LLB205 | International Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LLB206 | Family Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LLB207 | Environmental Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LLB208 | Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| III | LLB301 | Corporate Governance | 3-0-0-3 | LLB204 |
| III | LLB302 | Cybersecurity Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB303 | Intellectual Property Rights | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB304 | Human Rights Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB305 | Banking and Financial Regulation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB306 | Dispute Resolution Mechanisms | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB307 | Law and Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LLB308 | Internship | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The following are advanced departmental elective courses offered during the third year:
- Corporate Governance: This course delves into corporate structures, board responsibilities, stakeholder management, and regulatory compliance. Students learn to evaluate governance frameworks and assess ethical implications in corporate decision-making.
- Cybersecurity Law: Designed to address the intersection of technology and law, this elective covers data protection regulations, cybercrime legislation, digital privacy rights, and international cybersecurity policies.
- Intellectual Property Rights: Students explore patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and licensing agreements. The course emphasizes practical applications in industries such as pharmaceuticals, entertainment, and tech innovation.
- Human Rights Law: This course examines international human rights instruments, regional mechanisms, and national implementations of human rights norms. Case studies from various countries provide contextual understanding of legal challenges and solutions.
- Banking and Financial Regulation: Focused on regulatory frameworks governing financial institutions, this elective covers banking law, securities regulation, derivatives markets, and financial crime prevention strategies.
- Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Students study mediation, arbitration, negotiation, and litigation processes. The course emphasizes conflict resolution techniques and legal strategies for achieving mutually acceptable outcomes.
- Law and Economics: This interdisciplinary course applies economic theories to legal problems, examining topics such as efficiency in regulation, cost-benefit analysis, and behavioral economics in legal decision-making.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Martin Luther Christian University Shillong emphasizes project-based learning as a cornerstone of its legal education philosophy. Projects are designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and professional skill development.
Mini-projects, undertaken during the second year, allow students to explore specific legal issues through research papers, policy briefings, or case analyses. These projects are supervised by faculty mentors who guide students in selecting relevant topics, developing research strategies, and presenting findings professionally.
The final-year thesis or capstone project is a significant undertaking that requires students to conduct original research on a topic of their choice within the field of law. Students work closely with a faculty advisor to develop a comprehensive study, culminating in a written thesis and oral presentation before a panel of experts.