THE CENTRE OF POST - GRADUATE LEGAL STUDIES (CPGLS)

LL.M. Programme 2018-19

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 ABOUT INSTITUTE OF LAW

Institute of Law was set up under the aegis of Nirma University in the year 2007 with a
mission to promote excellence in the field of legal education and to fulfil the ever increasing
demand of quality legal professionals for a growing legal world. In a short span of time this
Institute has accomplished and continues to expand its horizon.

We follow an approach to legal education wherein learning experience is not only

enlightening but also enriching and inspiring. Institute of Law is committed to exploring
multidisciplinary approaches and revolutionizing legal education by adapting to the changing
world in which law practitioners operate. During the five years that students spend on the
campus, they are nourished by the critical learning pedagogy, and mentored and supported by
faculty and staff so that they have the best experience possible to be successful in life.

The Institute today boasts of faculty whose expertise spans across various areas of law and
who have a wide range of teaching and research experience. We attract students from diverse
cultural background and perspectives. This leads to a vibrant multicultural classroom
wherein established theory and new critical questions are put into a dialogue.

Institute of Law has an unmatched array of courses and academic offerings. Students have an
opportunity to pursue a broad curriculum using rich educational resources in a dynamic and
creative learning environment. Curriculum is constantly adapted according to changing legal
and other environmental developments. All our initiatives are a living proof of our
commitment to every student's success in their career

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 About CPGLS

The institute of Law offers undergraduate programmes of B.A.,LL.B. (Hons)

B.Com.,LL.B.(Hons)., the post graduate programme and Doctoral Programme in Law. The
Institute started postgraduate Programme of LL. M. in 2011. Since 2013, the institute has
been offering one year LL.M. Programme under the auspices of the Centre for Post Graduate
Legal Studies (CPGLS) which was established in 2013 under the auspices of Nirma
University. The Centre comprises of highly experienced and qualified faculty, committed to
provide top-notch and valuable legal education to the students. It aims at providing
qualitative and skill based education to the budding professionals.

BRIEF ABOUT THE PROGRAM

CURRICULUM

The Center for Post Graduate legal studies offers one year LL. M. Programme in two different area
i.e [1] Constitutional and Administrative Law and [2] Criminal and Security Law. The curriculum of
each programme is designed to cater the needs of the legal profession and to meet with the
professional challenges in a globalized world. It aims at providing competency to the students to
practice law in a competitive field by constant advancement of the curriculum in consonance with
the latest developments in law and in reference to contemporary issues. The dynamic teaching
pedagogy, careful selection of course content, practical training through seminars, experiential
learnings and exposure to teaching learning processes of the Programme provide opportunities to the
students to prepare themselves for the professional life.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOME

 Demonstrate subject knowledge and functional skills

 Apply legal skills in different context
 Relate to the socioeconomic political and the cultural environment and become a socially
responsible citizen
 Adopt a global perspective towards complex legal issues
 Construct ethical reasoning, and professional behaviour

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GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

 Core knowledge and understanding of law

 Critical thinking and logical reasoning skills
 Professional Skills
 Ethical understanding
 Self-reflection and lifelong learning skills

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROGRAMME

 Outcome based education approach

 A trimester programme.
 Innovative, dynamic curriculum, befitting the current needs of the profession, industry and
academia.
 Enhancement of practical skills and experimental learning through specially designed seminar
and continuous evaluation courses.
 Innovative teaching pedagogy aiming at holistic development of the students through
experiential learning.
 Stipend to the meritorious students according to ILNU scholarship Policy.

LL.M (One Year Programme), Number of seats = 20

PROGRAMME OUTLINE
The LL.M (Master of Laws) program at Institute of Law is a one-year degree program with
specialization in the following areas of law:

PROGRAMME OUTLINE *

LL.M. (Constitutional and

LL.M. (Criminal and Security Law) Credits
Administrative Law)
Trimester – I Trimester – I

Research Methods and Legal Writing Research Methods and Legal Writing 3

Law and Justice in Globalising world Law and Justice in Globalising world 3

Comparative Law (Constitutional

Comparative Law (Constitutional Governance in
Governance in federal countries : Select 3
federal countries : Select Institution)
Institution)
Trimester – II Trimester – II
Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration Centre-State Relations and Constitutional 2
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 Governance

Victimology Law relating to Police Administration 2

Fundamental Rights and Directive

Criminal Justice and Human Rights 2
Principles
Sentences and Sentencing Administrative Law 2
Trimester III Trimester III

Dissertation 3

Elective Courses**

 Environmental Law 2
 Investment Law 2
 Commercial Arbitration 2
 National Security and Regional Co-operation 2
 Corporate Crimes / White Collar Crimes 2
 Housing and Urban Development 2
 Public Policy Development 2
 Curriculum Planning and Teaching Plans Development 2
 Education Law 2

** Student have to opt any two courses from this list of the elective courses

* The Institute reserves the right to amend this.

Note:
 The programme is in accordance with the UGC Notification vide no. D. O. No. 5-1 / 99
(CPP-II) dated 18 January, 2013.

INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES

- Classrooms
Air conditioned classrooms are well equipped with modern audio visual equipment to
facilitate effective learning. The class rooms are designed to promote maximum
interaction between faculty and the students

- Smart class room

Smart Class Room is where social learning of students is enhanced and mobile and
blended learning is promoted while facilitating virtual sessions.

Cyber lab

The Central computing facility is interconnected by fiber optic cables with leased line
internet connectivity. The internet and intranet facilities are available on the campus.

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 Learners and Faculty Members are connected with google group to ease the teaching
learning process.

Other amenities

 Transport facility is provided to students from their residence to the Institute and
back. For this, the University has its own fleet of buses with pre-decided routes.
 Banking facility A branch of Kalupur Commercial Co-operative Bank Ltd for the
benefit of the students and staff members has been provided on the university campus
 Sports grounds for Cricket, Volleyball and Football are available on the campus.
Students can also play indoor games such as table tennis, chess, carom etc. The
Annual Sports Day is a regular feature.
 Gymnasium with modern equipment is in place for both, the students and the staff.
 Students store where one can find all essential stationery.
 Canteens and cafeterias having a range of delicious, hygienic and healthy choices.
 Yoga Hall where regular sessions of Yoga are conducted.

 Hostel facility is available at campus for PG students.

ELIGIBILITY

A candidate should have successfully passed, three years LL.B. programme after graduation or five
years Integrated Law Degree Programme as recognized by the Bar Council of India with minimum
55% marks in aggregate.
Those who have appeared in aforementioned exam and the result is awaited can apply for this
programme. However, admission will be subject to the fulfilment of eligibility criteria at the time of
admission.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

 Admission will be based on the interse All India merit rank of P.G. Common Law Admission
Test (CLAT), 2018.
 The preference will be given to the candidates who have appeared in the PG-CLAT, 2018.
However subject to the availability of the seats, non PG-CLAT candidates may be given
admission on the basis of All India PG ILNU Entrance Test.
 The date and syllabus of All India PG ILNU Entrance Test will be notified on our website.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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 Mode of Application:
 There is only one mode of application, i.e., ONLINE. The online application can be accessed by
a candidate by registering self by creating a LOGIN ACCOUNT. Only those candidates who
fulfill the above eligibility criteria can apply as the software will automatically reject the
ineligible application. Therefore, please read carefully the guidelines before filling-up the
application.
Application Link: http://www.nirmauni.ac.in/ILNU/LLMAdmission

Mode of Payment (Form Processing fees):

 Mode of payment (Form Processing fee): INR 2500/- + Applicable Taxes (GST @ 18%)
= INR 2950.
The payment shall be remitted by Credit Card / Debit Card or Net Banking.

Last date for Receiving Application Form

 The Last date for access and submission of online application is July 02, 2018

TUITION FEE

 Rs. 80,000/- for the programme (exclusive of refundable deposits, University fees and
students’ activity fees, etc.).

RESEARCH CENTRES

The Research activities at Institute of Law are an integral part of teaching learning processes. To
develop the research aptitude of the students, the Institute has established research centers in diverse
areas.

 Centre of Post Graduate Legal Studies

 Centre for Social Justice
 Centre for Corporate Law
 Centre for International Humanitarian Law
 Centre for Criminal Law and Justice
 Centre for Law and Governance
 Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution
 Centre for Environment Law
 Centre for Intellectual Property Rights
 Centre for Child Rights Advocacy

PLACEMENT FACILITATION

The Institute has an effective Campus Recruitment Cell which coordinates the recruitment activities,
provides career guidance and professional training to the student right from the beginning through
Workshops, simulation exercises and training programs.
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 IMPORTANT DATES

 Distribution of forms = 30th January, 2018

 Last date of Submitting form = 02nd July, 2018
 Entrance exam (In case of non-CLAT Candidates) = 13th July, 2018
 Declaration of merit = 16th July, 2018
 Commencement of class = 01st August, 2018

Contact Us:

Centre of Post – Graduate Legal Studies (CPGLS)

Institute of Law, Nirma University
Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Ahmedabad - 382 481. Gujarat, India.
Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.nirmauni.ac.in/ILNU/LLMAdmission
Phone:+91-7930642803/804/815
Fax: +91-2717–241916/ 17
For more detail visit: http://www.nirmauni.ac.in/ilnu/LLMAdmission