Mandela Institute

Overview:

The Diploma in Law offers foundational knowledge and practical skills in legal principles and procedures.

Objectives:

  • Gain a solid understanding of legal concepts, theories, and terminology.
  • Develop basic skills in legal analysis, research, and writing.
  • Learn about substantive and procedural law in key legal areas.
  • Understand the basics of legal advocacy and communication.

Course Outline:

  • Introduction to Legal Studies
  • Basics of Constitutional Law
  • Criminal Law Fundamentals
  • Contract Law Basics
  • Tort Law Basics
  • Introduction to Property Law
  • Basics of Administrative Law
  • Basics of Evidence Law
  • Introduction to Family Law
  • Introduction to Commercial Law

Assessments:

  • Participation: 50%
  • Assignments: 20%
  • Legal Writing Exercises: 10%
  • Final Exam: 20%