About Bachelor of Laws
Department of Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) program at Chittagong Independent University (CIU) is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate degree designed to build strong legal knowledge and professional skills. The curriculum combines general education development courses with core law subjects, ensuring students gain both foundational understanding and specialized legal expertise. Core courses cover areas such as constitutional law, criminal law, contract law, and property law, while practical components like moot courts, legal drafting, and professional ethics enhance real-world readiness. Students can further tailor their studies through concentration options, including criminal law, business law, and legal research. The program also includes viva voce assessments to evaluate overall competence. With a balanced evaluation system and opportunities for internships and field experience, the CIU LLB program prepares graduates for diverse careers in legal practice, academia, corporate sectors, and public service, making it a strong choice for aspiring legal professionals.
Credit Distribution & Course Categories
| Details | Distribution of Credits |
| General Education Development (GED) Courses | 36 |
| Core Courses | 72 |
| Viva voce | 08 |
| Concentration Courses | 24 |
| Total variable requirement for Graduation | 140 Credits |
| Final Examination | 50 |
| Midterm Examination | 25 |
| Class & Library Attendance | 10 |
| Class Test (Presentation/Seminar) | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Admission Requirements: As per UGC direction
General Education Development (GED) Courses
| Course ID | Course Title | Distribution of Credits |
| Communication Skills (Any Three) | ||
| ENG 0232 102 | Listening and Speaking Skills | 3 |
| BLL 0231 001 | Bangla Bhasha & Shahitto (বাংলা ভাষা এবং সাহিত্য) | 3 |
| ENG 0114 106 | Advanced English Skills | 3 |
| LEG 0421 101 | Legal English | 3 |
| Computer Skills (Students have to choose one course.) | ||
| BCS 0311 001 | Basic Computer Skills | 3 |
| CIS 0311 101 | Fundamentals of Computer Systems | 3 |
| Social Sciences (Students have to choose any four courses.) | ||
| SAN 0314 001 | Introduction to Sociology and Anthropology | 3 |
| SOC 0421 102 | Sociology of Law | 3 |
| ECO 0311 001 | Economics: Basic Concepts | 3 |
| STAT 0542 001 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| HNS 0910 001 | Health and Society | 3 |
| Humanities (Students have to choose any three courses.) | ||
| ENV 0521 001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| BDS 0222 001 | History of Emergence of Independent Bangladesh | 3 |
| LOG 0421 103 | Logic and Legal Reasoning | 3 |
| LHB 0421 104 | Legal History of Bangladesh | 3 |
| Live in Field Experience (LFE) | ||
| Law 0421 425 | Live-in-Field Experience | 3 |
Core Courses
Core Courses (24 courses – 72 credits)
| Course ID | Course Title | Distribution of Credits |
| Law 0421 111 | Legal System of Bangladesh | 3 |
| Law 0421 112 | Jurisprudence | 3 |
| Law 0421 121 | Law of Contract | 3 |
| Law 0421 122 | Muslim Family Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 211 | Law of Torts | 3 |
| Law 0421 212 | Law of Transfer of Property | 3 |
| Law 0421 222 | Hindu and Christian Family Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 311 | Constitutional Law of Bangladesh | 3 |
| Law 0421 312 | Mercantile & Business Laws | 3 |
| Law 0421 313 | Corporate Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 314 | Specific Relief Act, Law of Limitations and Registration | 3 |
| Law 0421 316 | Land Laws of Bangladesh | 3 |
| Law 0421 323 | Law of Crimes – I | 3 |
| Law 0421 324 | Law of Criminal Procedure – I | 3 |
| Law 0421 325 | Law of Evidence and Medical Jurisprudence | 3 |
| Law 0421 326 | ADR, General Clauses Act & Interpretation of Statutes | 3 |
| Law 0421 411 | Law of Crimes – II | 3 |
| Law 0421 412 | Law of Criminal Procedure- II | 3 |
| Law 0421 413 | Law of Civil Procedure—I | 3 |
| Law 0421 414 | Public International Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 421 | Law of Civil Procedure- II | 3 |
| Law 0421 423 | Legal Drafting, Conveyancing and Professional Ethics | 3 |
| Law 0421 424 | Law of Human Rights | 3 |
| Law 0421 426 | Moot Court and Mock Trial | 3 |
Elective Courses
Viva-Voce (Credits: 08 — 4 year X 2 Credits )
| Course ID | Course Title | Distribution of Credits |
| Law 0421 100 | Viva-Voce-I | 3 |
| Law 0421 200 | Viva-Voce-II | 3 |
| Law 0421 300 | Viva-Voce-III | 3 |
| Law 0421 400 | Viva-Voce-IV | 3 |
Concentration Courses
Concentration Courses (Credits: 24)
| Course ID | Course Title | Distribution of Credits |
| CRIMINAL LAW GROUP | ||
| Law 0421 417 | Forensic Science and Scientific Evidence | 3 |
| Law 0421 418 | Criminology | 3 |
| Law 0421 427 | Penology and Victimology | 3 |
| Law 0421 428 | Fundamentals of Advocacy Practice | 3 |
| BUSINESS LAW GROUP | ||
| Law 0421 416 | Taxation Laws of Bangladesh | 3 |
| Law 0421 419 | Banking and Securities Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 422 | Labour and Employment Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 429 | Intellectual Property Law | 3 |
| RESEARCH GROUP | ||
| Law 0421 223 | Environmental Law and Policy in Bangladesh | 3 |
| Law 0421 327 | Comparative Law and Legal Systems | 3 |
| Law 0421 415 | Legal Research | 3 |
| Law 0421 429 | Dissertation | 3 |
| OTHER CONCENTRATION COURSES (Credits: 12) | ||
| Law 0421 221 | Equity, Trust, and Public Demands Recovery | 3 |
| Law 0421 315 | Cyber and e-Communication Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 317 | Corporate Governance | 3 |
| Law 0421 318 | Media and Telecommunication Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 319 | Consumer Protection Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 321 | Comparative Constitutions | 3 |
| Law 0421 322 | Local Government and Administrative Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 327 | Comparative Law and Legal Systems | 3 |
| Law 0421 328 | Law of SAARC | 3 |
| Law 0421 329 | Maritime Law | 3 |
| Law 0421 415 | Legal Research | 3 |
| Law 0421 428 | Fundamentals of Advocacy Practice | 3 |
| Law 0421 429 | Dissertation | 3 |
| Law 0421 430 | Internship | 3 |
Contact
Mr. S. M. Sihabul Islam
Manager, School of Law (SoL)
02333352926, 02333351262, Ext: 154
Email: shihab@ciu.edu.bd