Course Structure Overview
The Law program at Nist University Ganjam is structured over three years, with a total of six semesters. Each semester includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory components designed to provide a holistic understanding of legal principles and their practical applications.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | 1 | LAW101 | Introduction to Law | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | LAW102 | Constitutional Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW101 | |
| II | 3 | LAW201 | Criminal Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW102 |
| 4 | LAW202 | Civil Procedure | 3-0-0-3 | LAW102 | |
| III | 5 | LAW301 | Corporate Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW201 |
| 6 | LAW302 | International Law | 3-0-0-3 | LAW202 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers a wide range of advanced departmental electives designed to deepen students' understanding of specific legal domains and prepare them for specialized careers.
- Corporate Governance and Securities Regulation: This course explores the legal framework governing corporate governance, securities markets, and financial regulation. Students learn about fiduciary duties, insider trading laws, and regulatory compliance mechanisms.
- Environmental Impact Assessment and Legal Compliance: Focused on environmental protection laws and compliance strategies, this elective examines how legal frameworks address pollution control, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development practices.
- Cybersecurity Law and Data Protection: As digital threats escalate, this course equips students with knowledge of data privacy laws, cybersecurity regulations, and incident response protocols under national and international frameworks.
- Human Rights Law and International Justice: This elective delves into the principles of human rights law, international criminal justice, and mechanisms for holding perpetrators accountable in international tribunals.
- Intellectual Property Law and Innovation Management: Students study patent laws, trademark protection, copyright regulations, and trade secret management within the context of innovation-driven economies.
- Family Law and Child Welfare Systems: This course covers marriage, divorce, adoption, and child custody laws, with an emphasis on family court procedures and welfare services for vulnerable populations.
- Banking and Financial Services Regulation: Designed for students interested in financial institutions, this course explores banking law, securities regulation, insurance oversight, and anti-money laundering compliance.
- Dispute Resolution and Mediation Techniques: Students learn negotiation strategies, mediation protocols, arbitration procedures, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms used in commercial and civil contexts.
- Public International Law and Diplomatic Relations: This elective focuses on treaties, diplomatic immunity, international courts, and state responsibility under public international law.
- Labour and Employment Law: Covering collective bargaining, workplace safety, labor disputes, and employment rights, this course prepares students for roles in HR departments or labor advocacy organizations.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Nist University Ganjam's approach to legal education emphasizes project-based learning as a cornerstone of practical application. From the first year onwards, students engage in mini-projects that reinforce classroom concepts through real-world scenarios.
Mini-projects are assigned during each semester and typically involve case studies, policy analysis, or research papers related to current legal issues. These projects allow students to develop critical thinking skills, enhance their research capabilities, and gain exposure to professional legal writing.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a comprehensive requirement that enables students to demonstrate mastery in their chosen area of specialization. Students select topics under the guidance of faculty mentors and conduct original research, culminating in a substantial written document and oral presentation before a panel of experts.
Project selection involves a competitive process where students submit proposals outlining their intended research focus, methodology, and expected outcomes. Faculty members review these proposals and assign mentors based on subject expertise and availability.
Evaluation criteria for projects include originality, depth of analysis, clarity of presentation, adherence to academic standards, and contribution to the broader legal discourse. Projects are assessed by a combination of faculty advisors and external reviewers to ensure rigorous quality control.