Malaysia

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Programme information

LLB Law 

This is an undergraduate direct-entry degree in law and is the most common form of law degree obtained by UK students. Choosing the LLB in Law at Bristol will enable you to progress onto the Bar Practice Course or prepare, in part, for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), helping you to develop core legal skills and understanding of the seven foundations of legal knowledge. 

Entry requirements

LLB Law

There are no subject specific requirements for this programme. We accept a range of qualifications from Malaysia with the Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT) for entry. For specific details please contact us at sea-office@bristol.ac.uk.

Accreditation

The University of Bristol Law School’s LLB Law degree is recognised for the purposes of undertaking the Certificate of Legal Practice (CLP) course with a view of admission to the Malaysian Bar according to the Legal Profession Qualifying Board Malaysia.

The University of Bristol Law School maintains strong ties with the Malaysian legal community through regular visits, fostering relationships with alumni, including mentoring current students, law firms, and other legal professionals across the region.

Pathways to practice

Follow these steps for legal qualification in Malaysia*:

  • Obtain an LLB from a Recognised UK University
  • Pass the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) or complete the Bar Practice Course (BPC)
  • Complete 9 months of Pupillage (Chambering)
  • Apply for Admission to the Malaysian Bar 

*Always check the Malaysian Bar website for official updates.

Find out more

Read more about joining the University of Bristol from Malaysia on our Malaysian students page.