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Professor Managay Reddi

Dean and Head of School

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PA / Secretary Ms Xolile Mathe
Phone: 27 31 260 2675
Mathec@ukzn.ac.za
(Building & Room)
J Block - J224, 2nd Floor, University Road, Durban
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Welcome to the School of Law at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN). The School of Law falls within the College of Law and Management Studies and operates on both the Howard College and Pietermaritzburg Campuses. The School is currently being led by Professor Managay Reddi as the Dean and Head of School.

The School is one of the largest contact Law schools in South Africa. The undergraduate LLB Degree is offered on both campuses with a common curriculum.  

One of the focal points within the School is the development of sound relations with the legal profession through ongoing consultation with various roleplayers within the profession as well as the development and facilitation of graduate recruitment programmes.

Disciplines

Bachelor of Laws: Full-time (LLB)
This undergraduate degree provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of career options. It is also a professional qualification which is an essential requirement for those who wish to practice law in South Africa. Duration: 4 years (full time)
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Bachelor of Laws: Part-time (LLB)
The undergraduate Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) on a part-time basis. This provides a flexible option for individuals who are holding full-time jobs. It is also attractive to individuals who are in a position to attend evening lectures only. The part-time LLB Programme is available on the Howard College and Pietermaritzburg campuses.
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Unit of Maritime Law and Maritime Studies
The Unit of Maritime Law and Maritime Studies at UKZN’s Howard College campus, is a strategic research and knowledge initiative through its close proximity to the most active general cargo port and the most extensive port-ancillary maritime “Cluster” in the southern hemisphere.
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Latest News

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September 26, 2018

Law Student Graduates Cum Laude

Durbanite, Ms Kirstin Hagglund, graduated with a Master of Laws degree cum laude at UKZN’s Spring Graduation ceremonies. Hagglund’s dissertation was a comparative…
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September 26, 2018

Research Recommends Policy Interventions to Address Childcare Gender Imbalance

Who is responsible for childcare in South Africa, what are the indirect economic costs of childcare and what are the…
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September 26, 2018

Thesis Explores Virginity Testing as Women Empowerment

Ms Nokukhanya Biyela’s Master’s thesis in Child Care and Protection explored virginity testing as a tool for women empowerment. UThukela…
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May 10, 2018

UKZN Academic Runner-up in National Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Law academic Mr Lee Swales’ PhD research earned him second place in the national three-minute thesis competition held at the…
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May 10, 2018

UKZN Street Law Plus Programme

The Street Law Plus programme, under the auspices of the UKZN Centre for Socio-Legal Studies (CSLS), conducted a democracy education…
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May 10, 2018

Master of Laws Degree for Former KZN MEC

Former MEC for Finance and Education in KwaZulu-Natal, Ms Ina Cronje, was awarded a Master of Laws degree for a…
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May 10, 2018

Congratulations to LLM Cum Laude Graduates

Ms Claire Gillespie and Ms Karabo Hiine graduated with a Master of Laws degree under the supervision of Law lecturer…
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May 10, 2018

Rule of Law Vital for Safety and Security – LLB Graduate

As a mentor and training instructor for eThekwini Metro Police officers, LLB graduate Mr Nzuzo Khuzwayo always emphasises the important role the rule…
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May 10, 2018

PhD Graduate Investigates Making Labour Laws Family Friendly

The fact that maintaining a healthy balance between work and parenting is a challenge for many working parents, led to…
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May 10, 2018

Four Professional Services’ Female Leaders Graduate

Evidence that UKZN female leaders take professional and personal development seriously was highlighted when four staff members graduated during the…
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May 10, 2018

PhD Study Explores Law of the Sea off South Africa

Academic Dr Vishal Surbun’s interest in the niche field of Maritime Law has led to him joining the ranks of…
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May 10, 2018

A Graduation Story

he long and winding road to graduation has many challenges along the way. For some students it’s tougher and more…
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May 10, 2018

Deputy Chief Justice Encourages Students to Protect the Constitution

Deputy Chief Justice of South Africa Justice Ray Zondo reminded Law graduates how fortunate they were to be graduating from…
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May 10, 2018

Summa Cum Laude Law Graduate Winner of Seven Awards

Summa cum laude LLB graduate Ms Kerrie-Lee Olivier received seven awards for her study prowess. Olivier (23) from Austerville in Wentworth…
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May 10, 2018

Woman (89) Honoured by LLB Graduate Great-Grandson

The UKZN Law Graduation ceremony came to a standstill when LLB graduate Mr Njabulo Ntombela honoured his great-grandmother, Ms Nomkikilizo…
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POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS: 2018
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THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN FORENSIC INVESTIGATION AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2018.
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Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Relations
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2018.
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LLB Part-time (DBN OR PMB)
Closing date for 2019 applications: 18 December 2018
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