What are the requirements to study law at UWI?
For the LLB program, prospective candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) CXCs, including two (2) 2-Unit CAPE subjects; or a First Degree with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 and above. Please note there are NO special subject requirements in addition to those necessary for Matriculation.
How long does it take to study law at UWI?
3 year
The Faculty of Law offers an undergraduate programme as well as graduate programmes. The LLB programme is run over a 3 year period for full-time students and 5-6 years for part-time students.
What subjects are required for law?
The admission requirements for law vary with different universities. The average university requires a 70% English Home Language or English First Additional Language, and a 50% for Mathematics (pure math or math literacy). Many universities will require a 65% average over all subjects.
What subjects are needed to become a lawyer in Jamaica?
Six CSEC subjects, (General Proficiency Grades 1-III or equivalents) in English Language, Mathematics or Physics, Biology or Human and Social Biology, one other science subject in addition to two other subjects. Applicant must attend an interview.
How much does it cost to study law at UWI?
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| FACULTY | PROGRAMME | FEES |
|---|---|---|
| Law | Bachelor of Law (LLB) | US$10,000 p.a. |
| US$1,100 per course/ US$367 per credit |
Can I study law without maths?
There are no specific subject requirements for Law, and you don’t need to have Maths as a matric subject.
Where Jamaica can I study law?
Law | The University of the West Indies at Mona, Jamaica.
Is maths required for law?
No, mathematics is not necessary to opt for Law Course after 12th. After 12th one can apply for 5 years Integrated LL. B. Degree course through entrance exam like CLAT(Common Law Admission Test) for admission to reputed Institutions under National Law University.
How long is a semester in UWI?
approximately 13 teaching weeks
The University operates a two semester academic year with each semester running for approximately 13 teaching weeks followed by 2 weeks of examination. Semester I usually starts during the last week in August and ends late December. Semester II starts about late January and ends around mid May.
How many years does it take to study law at UWI?
Students complete all three years of the Law programme at the UWI St Augustine Campus, Trinidad & Tobago.
Where is the Faculty of Law University of the West Indies?
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Faculty of Law, University of the West Indies, Saint Augustine. April 6th, 2019. February 23rd, 2019.
Is English compulsory for admission to the University of the West Indies?
ENGLISH LANGUAGE: English Language is compulsory for admission to all programmes of The University of the West Indies.
What subjects do you need to study law in Trinidad?
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Students complete all three years of the Law programme at the UWI St Augustine Campus, Trinidad & Tobago. Minimum of five (5) subjects at CSEC (CXC) General Proficiency (Grades I or II pre-1998 and Grades I, II or III from June 1998) or GCE O-level which must include English Language and Mathematics.