UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

BACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB)

FALL 2021

KARACHI CAMPUS

SZABIST o�ers an evening law programme that enables students to achieve a University of London LLB (Hons) degree in a minimum of two (for students with a bachelor’s degree) or three

years (standard entry). The University of London is a world renowned provider of legal education. For over 150 years the LLB has not only provided the �rst step on a career path for many thousands of practising lawyers within the Commonwealth and around the world, but has also provided many thousands more with the vital transferable skills of a world class legal quali�cation, enabling them to thrive in many other professions. Academic direction for Undergraduate Laws is provided by a consortium of outstanding University of London Law Schools: Birkbeck, King’s

College London, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Queen Mary University of London, SOAS, and UCL. On successful completion of your studies you will receive a University of London award. Your Diploma will state that you were registered with the University of London and that your examinations were conducted by the University of London Law Schools.Find out more about the University of London at: london.ac.uk/llb.

We are a University of London Recognised Teaching Centre. Being granted Recognised Teaching Centre status by the University of London means that in the view of the University, we demonstrate a sustained commitment to developing excellence in respect of teaching, support to students and administrative processes.

SZABIST Recognised Teaching Centre provides its students the opportunity to study with the best faculty, many members of which work in the most prominent law �rms and corporations. Students, thus, get an opportunity to gain an insight into the real world workings of the legal system while simultaneously getting the �nest academic direction.

Appreciating the rising importance of technology in the legal �eld, we provide our students the opportunity to study in SZABIST’s smart labs. This enables students to have access to the University of London’s Virtual Learning Environment consisting of online study materials and library, making it a more comprehensive learning experience.

Our various co-curricular activities provide students an insight into the practical needs of Pakistan’s legal system and equip them with the research, leadership, communication, and teamwork skills required to become competent professionals who will be able to serve the country.

About SZABISTAbout SZABISTSZABIST OFFERS UNIVERSITY OF LONDONBACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB)

WHY CHOOSE SZABIST RECOGNISED TEACHING CENTRE

Mr. Simon Askey, Dean UG Laws University of London visit to SZABIST

Shaheed Zul�kar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) is a highly ranked and fully chartered institute of Pakistan established through a Legislative Act of Sindh Assembly (Sindh Act No. XI of 1995). It is approved and recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan as a degree awarding institution. All the programs o�ered at SZABIST are consistent with the guidelines laid by HEC and other regulatory bodies, for example, National Business Education Accreditation Council (NBEAC), National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC), National Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (NACTE), and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).

VisionSZABIST aims to be a globally recognized institute for excellence in education, research, development, and distinction in service. MissionSZABIST is committed to produce highly quali�ed professionals to:• Meet national and global contemporary needs;• Conduct cutting edge research and development;• Provide hi-tech scienti�c and technological expertise;• Meet current and future socio-economic challenges;• Meet global citizenship responsibility.

SZABIST is a registered member of the following international and national associations:International Association of Universities (IAU), Paris; Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), London; The Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business (AACSB), Singapore; Asia University Federation (AUF), Seoul; Asia-Paci�c Quality Network (APQN), People’s Republic of China; Association of Quality Assurance Agencies of the Islamic World (AQAAIW), Malaysia; The Talloires Network, USA; The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK; Management Association of Pakistan (MAP), Karachi; Marketing Association of Pakistan (MAP), Karachi, Human Resource Development Network (HRDN), Islamabad.

SZABIST is ranked as one of the most reputed universities by Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Chartered Inspection and Evaluation Committee (CIEC) Sindh. Since 2012, the SZABIST-QEC has been awarded more than 91% in the quantitative assessment by Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) HEC, Pakistan.

Academic SupportSZABIST aims to provide its students the best possible support in their academic endeavours. Our students have access to three di�erent libraries with one of them being speci�cally devoted for law students.

We also provide support to students through our Teaching Assistants. Our TAs conduct interactive tutorials primarily aimed at trouble shooting students’ problems as well as guiding them on study methods and exam preparedness.

SZABIST Legal Skills Course (Summer Program)SZABIST Recognised Teaching Centre takes seriously its responsibility as an educator and its commitment to providing Pakistan’s legal system with competent profession-als. It also realizes the need to provide students with practical legal skills as well as knowledge of Pakistani law to excel in the profession. To that end, it conducts a yearly summer program consisting of classes on Legal Research Techniques, Legal Drafting & Reasoning, Civil/Criminal Procedure Codes and Pakistan Penal Code. A certi�cate is provided to each participant on successful completion of the course, verifying their pro�ciency in the completed modules.

SZABIST Law provides its students trainings for mooting activities (a simulated court environment) and encourages maximum student participation at internal, national as well as international competitions.

We conduct an annual mooting competition called the SZABMoot. Students are provided trainings in memorial drafting and oral advocacy before the start of the competition. This academic year (2020-2021), the moot was successfully conducted online in light of the pandemic. Students were trained to comply with all the courtroom rules and etiquettes and maintain the decorum of the competition.

In the 2020-2021 academic year, SZABIST was represented at various competitions including:

SZABIST is proud to announce that it has been granted a No Objection Certi�cate by the Accredition Committee of HEC for intake in Bachelors of Law (LLB) in collabo-ration with University of London, UK after an evaluation and inspection of the academic, physical and �nancial infrastructure of SZABIST.

Higher Education Commission NOC

SZABIST o�ers another route to the LLB Degree through the Certi�cate of Higher Education in Common Law (CertHE). Certi�cate of Higher Education in Common Law (CertHE) is a quali�cation in its own right that also provides an entry route to degree-level study.

It is ideal for students with Intermediate (HSC) or O/A Level grades short of the requirement for LLB to start with the UoL Law Degree as CertHE in Year One and those willing to continue can transfer to the LLB thereon and can complete the LLB in a total of three years. For further details, kindly visit http://khi.szabist.edu.pk/pd-f/CertHE-Brochure.pdf.

CertHE

Annual Visit to High Court

Online Annual SZABMoot Competition

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For further information please contact:F-153, Clifton, Block-5, Karachi, Pakistan. UAN: 111-922-478,

Tel: 021-35823433 (Ext # 333, 334, 304). Fax: 021-358 21537. www.szabist.edu.pk

Admissions Start : April 19, 2021Last date to apply : August 07, 2021Oral test & Interview : August 12-13, 2021Classes commence : September 13, 2021

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City School Mock Trial Competition, 25th - 28th February 2021: the team won the competition and also won the Best Advocate in the Final, Best Witness in the Final, Best Examination-in-chief of the tournament, Best Witness of the tournament awards.

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Competition, 11-14th March, 2021

Phillip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition, 9th-28th March 2021.

Nuremberg Moot Court Competition, 5th - 30th July 2021.

SZABIST Law SocietyThe Law Society is a student society comprising of undergraduate law students which is run by student representatives. An annual election is held as per the constitution of the SLS for appointment of students to the various o�ces of President, Vice-President, Treasurer, etc. The elected members are responsible for organizing several student related activities in conjunction with the SZABIST Student Council. This not only includes social activities like the Beach Trip but also Guest Speaker sessions, SZABMoot and the annual High Court Trip. The SLS also acts as a liaison between SZABIST and various law �rms, which are the prospective employers of the LLB students.

SZABIST Rule of Law Centre (SRLC)

Our Rule of Law Centre aims to raise awareness with respect to the implementation of rule of law in Pakistan. The Centre not only intends to bring to attention the practical, legal and social issues that encumber the legal system but also enables aspiring advocates to a�ect policy change to cater the same. SRLC is, therefore, engaged in organizing various workshops and conferences to invite aspirants to ponder over various socio-legal issues.

Additionally, SRLC invests in multiple alternative dispute resolution mechanism trainings to ensure awareness amongst law students. The SRLC ensures our law students are well receptive to the change in the legal dynamics and are able to perform exceptionally at external, national as well as international forums.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The ICRC is an international organization which directs and coordinates international relief activities and endeavors to prevent su�ering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles. SZABIST law has the honor to be working in partnership with ICRC for its Health Care in Danger initiative which is part of the ICRC’s global initiative aimed at addressing the issue of violence against patients, health workers, facilities, vehicles and ensuring safe access to and delivery of health care.

SZABIST Law is currently working with the ICRC on a research based project designed to identify the existing problems and dangers faced by various types of healthcare workers, whilst they conduct their duties on site (hospitals, clinics, etc.) and o�-site (medical camps, drives, etc.)

As part of this initiative, SZABIST Law’s faculty and students worked on the project “Raasta Dein” which lead to amendments in Sindh’s Motor Vehicle Ordinance ensuring a right of way for ambulances and introducing punishments for any who obstruct it.

Guest Speaker SessionsSZABIST Law recognizes the importance of maintaining a connection with those practically involved in various aspects of the legal �eld and of providing students the chance to interact with and learn from such professionals. As such, we conduct guest speaker sessions throughout the year on various topics depending on student interest and requirements.

Career CounsellingWe not only believe in providing support to our students during their time at university but wish to help them �nd their feet beyond its walls as well. To that e�ect, SZABIST makes various e�orts to counsel students with respect to career-building. Apart from our faculty having an approachable attitude, they’re also involved in arranging career counselling sessions to discuss with the students the options available to them after graduation and help them choose the one best suited for them.

One of the key players in this respect is SZABIST’s Executive Development Centre (EDC). The EDC organizes yearly career fairs to enable students to interact with prospective employers which include leading multi-national companies and gain job opportunities. Law students are a�orded opportunities to be employed in the legal departments of such corporations.

SZABIST Law Society Career FairSZABIST Library

Admission Requirements - Fee Structure

Standard Entry Route (3-6 years)• Through the standard route students can

complete their LLB (Hons) degree in a minimum of three and maximum of six years by passing a total of twelve modules. The standard course structure is as follows

Graduate Entry Route (2-6 years)

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SZABIST’s University of London LLB program, being an evening program, is tailored in a manner to allow working individuals to take LLB courses. Students who already hold a bachelor’s degree are awarded exemptions from some modules and have to pass only nine rather than twelve modules. They can complete their LLB (Hons) degree within two years.

As a Graduate Entry student you must pass the online course Introduction to English law in your �rst year of study.

LLB STRUCTURES

Second Year

Three Compulsory Modules

EU LawProperty LawTort Law

One optional module to choose from

Administrative LawCommercial Law

First Year

Four Compulsory Modules

Legal Systems & MethodCriminal LawContract LawPublic Law

Third Year

Three Compulsory Modules

Equity and TrustsJurisprudence and legal theory

Two optional modules to choose from

Company LawEvidence LawIntellectual propertyIntroduction to Islamic Law

First Year

Four Compulsory Modules

Criminal LawContract LawPublic LawTort Law

One optional module to choose from

Company LawEvidence LawIntellectual propertyIntroduction to Islamic Law

Second Year

Four Compulsory Modules

EU LawProperty LawEquity & TrustsJurisprudence & legal theory

MANAGEMENTPresidentMs. Shahnaz Wazir AliVice President (Academics)Dr. Muhammad Altaf MukatiVice President (Development and Finance)Ms. Nasreen HaqueHead, Faculty of Law SZABIST RTC (UoL)Mr. Mehernosh M. Bhadha

FACULTY MEMBERSMr. Mehernosh M. BhadhaLL.M (City University of London),MBA (Institute of Business Management),LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Ms. Eeshah KhalidLL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Hiba ThobaniLL.M (Harvard Law School, USA), Bar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn), LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Umair UsmanLL.M (University of West of England, UK),Bar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn), Legal Practice Course (UWE, Bristol)Mr. Imran Tariq MirLegal Practice Course (UWE, Bristol),LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)

VISITING FACULTY Ms. Sabeen MustafaLL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Ms. Saleema PanjwaniLL.M (North Western University, USA) LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Ms. Rayhab AfzalLL.M (University College London)LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Ms. Soraya RahimLL.M, (University of Buckingham) LL.B (Hons.), University of BuckinghamMs. Sana JafriMSC Law and Business (The University of Law, Bristol), Legal Practice Course (The University of Law, Bristol)LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Hamza HidayatallahBar Professional Training Course (Middle Temple) LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Ayesha IqbalBar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn),LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Asad AlaviBar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn) LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Mr. Hannan IqbalLL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Barrister Shaheer Roshan ShaikhBar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn),LL.B (Hons.) (Queen Mary, University of London)Barrister Rufruf ChaudharyBar Professional Training Course (Lincoln’s Inn) LL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Ms. Omrazia NadeemLL.B (Hons.) (University of London)Mr. Zain NaqviLL.B (Hons.) (University of London)

To be eligible to register for this LLB program, you must normally be at least 17 years of age and one of the following should be applicable:

Admission Requirements for LLBFee Payable to the University of London (in pounds sterling only)

Must be paid with the submission of the application form (September)

Initial registration fee:

Must be paid (after acceptance of the application by the University of London)

with the submission of the University of London registration form (October)

Module fee:

The module fee applies to the student registering for study (October)

Examination fee

Must be paid before entering the examination which commence the following

May (January).

Fee Payable to British Council

For Exams conduction, Invigilation, venue and courier. (approx) : PKR. 25,000/-

(Payable in local currency)

Fee Payable to SZABIST**

Application handling fee

Application handling fee : £107 once payableInitial registration fee : £545 once payableModule fee (£170 per module) : £680 thrice payableExamination fee (£207 per module) : £828 thrice payableDissertation : £450

Fee Structure

• three subjects at GCE A level (with one A Level at not less than grade D)• two subjects at GCE A level, and at least three further subjects at GCSE/ GCE O level (at not less than grade C)• three subjects at GCE A level, and one further subject at GCSE/GCE O Level (at not less than grade C)• two subjects at GCE A Level, and two further subjects at AS Level.

Note: - Overlapping subjects in O Levels and in A Levels will not be counted.

Further details can be found on the University of London website at: https://london.ac.uk/courses/bachelor-laws#entry-requirements

Bachelor degree in any discipline (awarded by an institution accept-able to the University of London).A 4-year bachelor degree (in any discipline) awarded by an institution acceptable to University of London may register for LLB degree under the Graduate Entry Route.A 2 year bachelor degree and a Master degree (in any disciplines) awarded by institutions acceptable to University of London may register for LLB degree under the Graduate Entry Route.

Amount Payable upon registration with SZABIST (refundable only if application rejected by University of London)

** SZABIST reserves the right to change the tuition fee without prior notice. Fee is subject to withholding tax as per the Government policy.

Pakistani Nationals Foreign NationalsApplication Processing Fee: Rs. 1,500/- US$ 45(non-refundable)Admission Fee (non-refundable): Rs. 20,000/- US$ 500Security Deposit: (refundable): Rs. 10,000/- US$ 330Student Activity Charges (per year): Rs. 2,500/- US$ 75Tuition Fee (per year): Rs. 193,200/- (four courses) US$ 3,840

• IGCSE/ GCE O’ Levels English as a Second Language passed at grade C or above.• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) when an overall score of at least 6 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-test. (Given in the last 3 years)• (TOEFL) iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language: 87 overall, with 21+ in Reading and Writing sub-tests and 19+ in Speaking and Listening sub-tests. (Given in the last 3 years)

English Language RequirementsYou should ful�l one of the following requirements at the time of admission