Bachelor of Shariah & Law

The Bachelor of Shariah and Law program seamlessly blends comprehensive legal education with a deep understanding of Islamic principles. Tailored for aspiring legal professionals in the Maldives, this course equips students with essential knowledge and skills in civil, criminal, and international law, alongside a profound grasp of Islamic law. This holistic curriculum cultivates graduates who are well-prepared to excel as proficient lawyers while respecting and integrating the tenets of Shariah.

Learning Outcomes

Contribute to the development legal profession in Maldives
Become proficient in all aspects of Islamic law
Become proficient in all aspects of law
Become members of the legal profession in Maldives

Admission Requirements

General Entry

Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education OR
Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.

Alternative Entry

Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

General Notice

The College may find it necessary in some circumstances to postpone or discontinue certain courses, particularly when they do not reach the prescribed minimum class size (atleast 10 per batch).

Modules

Year 1
Name Of The Module	Duration
English for Legal Practice	120 hours
Critical Thinking	120 hours
Research Methods for Law	130 hours
Arabic Language	120 hours
Maldivian Legal System	130 hours
Constitutional Law	130 hours
Usool Al figh	130 hours
Contract Law	130 hours
Law of Torts	130 hours

Year 2
Name Of The Module	Duration
Criminal Law	130 hours
Islamic Law of Transaction (Figh Al Muamalat)	130 hours
Islamic Family Law	130 hours
Introduction to Jurisprudence	130 hours
Legal Method and Reasoning	130 hours
Company Law	130 hours
Islamic Criminal Law	130 hours
Islamic Law of Worship	130 hours
Public International Law	130 hours

Year 3
Name Of The Module	Duration
Civil and Commercial Procedure	130 hours
Law of Evidence	130 hours
Criminal Procedure	130 hours
Legal Ethics and Professional Practice	130 hours
Dhivehi for Legal Practice	120 hours
Islamic Law of Evidence	130 hours
Employment Law	130 hours
Property Law	130 hours
Administrative Law	130 hours
Islamic Inheritance Law	130 hours

Programme Overview

Method:

Face to Face / Blended / E-Learning

Duration:

36 Months

Credit:

360 credits (3 years full-time)

MQA level :

MNQF level:

Language:

English

Course Code:

BSL

Course Fee:

Total fee: MVR 90700
Year 1: MVR 2350 / Month
Year 2: MVR 2500 / Month
Year 3: MVR 2500 / Month

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Bachelor of Shariah & Law

Learning Outcomes

Contribute to the development legal profession in Maldives

Become proficient in all aspects of Islamic law

Become proficient in all aspects of law

Become members of the legal profession in Maldives