LL.M. Admissions

Advance your legal acumen with localized clinical training and specialized streams in Human Rights, Business, or Criminal Law.

LL.M. Program (2 Years)

Our postgraduate LL.M. program is a specialized curriculum offering critical specializations in three distinct areas: Human Rights & Gender Justice, Criminal Law & Justice, and Business & International Trade Law. Designed for advocates, researchers, and legal consultants seeking global standards.

Program Highlights

check_circle Three distinct specialization tracks tailored to modern legal practice
check_circle Research-intensive curriculum with mandatory Dissertation in Year 2
check_circle Designed for practising advocates, researchers, and legal consultants
check_circle Meets global postgraduate law standards aligned with international legal education
check_circle Small cohort size ensures personalized mentorship and rigorous academic engagement

Scope of Law

Hover or tap on each sector to explore the diverse career pathways available to our law graduates.

Academic Eligibility

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Pre-Requisite Degree

Applicants who have completed LL.B. or Bachelor's Degree in Law from any Board or University recognized by Purbanchal University.

LL.M. Stream Course Syllabus

Compulsory Courses — First Year (All Specializations)

Total Marks: 200

First Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
501	Legal Research	100
502	Comparative Study of Legal System	100

Second Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
608	Dissertation	100

Specialization 1: Human Rights & Gender Justice

Total Marks: 500

First Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
503	Nepalese Law on Gender and Accessibility to Justice	100
504	Civil, Political, Economical, Social Cultural Rights & Mechanisms	100

Second Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
605	Feminist Jurisprudence	100
606	Women's Human Rights	100
607	Economic, Social and Cultural Rights	100

Specialization 2: Criminal Law and Justice

Total Marks: 500

First Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
521	Criminal Law Cases and Materials	100
522	Forensic Jurisprudence	50
523	Juvenile Justice (Children in Conflict with Law)	50

Second Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
624	Criminology and Penology	100
625	Fair Trial / International Human Rights	100
626	White Collar Crime	100

Specialization 3: Business and International Trade Law

Total Marks: 500

First Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
511	Contract Law	100
512	Law of Intellectual Property	100

Second Year

Code	Course Name	Marks
613	Banking Law	50
614	Laws on Corporate Management	100
615	International Trade and Arbitration	50
616	Taxation (Income Tax and VAT)	50
617	Insurance	50

Socio-Legal Career Scope

Postgraduates carrying this legal discipline from BVLC acquire specialized analytical perspectives. After completing this postgraduate degree, students can pursue any of the following job careers:

done Legal Academician / Professor

done Specialized Arbitrator & Dispute Mediator

done Corporate Counsel / Legal Advisor

done Law Drafter & Policy Consultant

done Human Rights Officer / Defender

done Judicial Service Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a fresh LL.B. graduate apply directly for LL.M.? expand_more

Yes. Any applicant holding an LL.B. or equivalent law degree recognized by Purbanchal University with at least 45% aggregate is eligible.

How are specializations assigned? expand_more

Students select their specialization (Human Rights & Gender Justice, Criminal Law & Justice, or Business & International Trade Law) at the time of admission, subject to seat availability.

Is a dissertation mandatory? expand_more

Yes. All LL.M. students must complete an original research dissertation in Year 2, contributing 100 marks to their final assessment.

LL.M. Parameters

Duration 2 Years
Level Postgraduate
Seat Intake 90 Seats
Min. Threshold 45% Aggregate
Affiliation Purbanchal University

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