LLM in Business Law

SAQA

81299

NQF Level

Duration

1 Year Full-time or 2 Years Part-time

Closing Date

31 October

Overview

The LLM in Business Law at UKZN offers an in-depth exploration of advanced legal concepts and contemporary challenges in business law within both South African and global contexts. The programme is designed to deepen students’ understanding of specific areas of law, promote critical engagement with legal theory and practice, and equip graduates with the research, analytical, and practical skills necessary for academic, policy, or professional legal careers. Whether through coursework, research, or a combination of both, the programme fosters legal scholarship and thought leadership.

Entry Requirement

Applicants must hold an LLB or BProc degree with a minimum overall average of 60%. Admission is competitive and subject to the availability of places in the programme. Prospective students should ensure they meet the academic criteria and submit all required documentation as part of their application.

Who should apply for a LLM in Business Law

This programme is ideal for:

Legal professionals seeking to specialise in business law.
Recent law graduates aiming to deepen their expertise in commercial legal matters.
Individuals interested in academic or research careers in business law.
Applicants should possess strong analytical skills, a keen interest in commercial legal issues, and the motivation to engage in advanced legal studies.

How will you benefit from a LLM in Business Law

Graduates of the LLM in Business Law will:

Gain specialised knowledge in areas such as corporate law, contract law, and international trade law.
Enhance their legal research and writing skills.
Be better prepared for careers in legal practice, academia, or policy-making.
Join a network of professionals and academics in the field of business law.

How to Apply

Online Application Process

To start your application, ensure you have documents

Academic transcript
Letter of Motivation
Copy of CV
Sample of writing (report/assignment)
Certified copy of ID
Matric
Proof of payment of the application fee
Proof of financial clearance from your previous institution.

The post-graduate administrator will “process” your application and send it to the programme co-ordinator for review. It is vitally important that you attach all the required documentation when applying online.
If your application is successful, you will receive a letter of acceptance with documents that you need to complete and return to the Programme administrator.

Contact Details

program co-ordinator

Professor Darren Subramanien

subramanienD@ukzn.ac.za

Programme administrator

Ms Gina Mshengu

Email: MshenguG@ukzn.ac.za

Post-graduate administrator for thesis examination

Mr Pradeep Ramsewak

Email: ramsewakp@ukzn.ac.za

School of Law