Thank you for your interest in applying for an LLM in Child Care and Protection or a MPhil in Child Care and Protection (Interdisciplinary). This letter contains important information about the application process. Please complete all the application steps.
Child Care and Protection – LLM-CP / MPH-CP
This programme is interdisciplinary in nature. Students enrolled for the LLM and MPhil programmes learn together in an integrated fashion. MPhil students include teachers, social workers, police officers, etc. Student-led presentations and assignments contribute to the diverse nature of topics and interests represented in the course. Expert facilitation with professionals from diverse fields guarantees current and evolving issues in children’s rights and family law are covered in the programme.
- This programme is offered part-time (over 2 years). Students may register full-time (over 1 year) in exceptional circumstances. Students are required to submit a motivation as well as a plan as to how he or she will complete 4 coursework modules as well as the mini-dissertation in a period of 1 year. This application will then be considered by the programme co-ordinators. Students may only register full-time after permission has been granted. Registration is therefore part-time unless permission for full-time registration is obtained.
- A coursework Masters comprises of 4 compulsory coursework modules. In addition, you will complete a 15 000-word mini-thesis.
- You will need to register for the following modules:
- Lectures may be held either in block sessions or individual seminars. These may occur during or after working hours.
- Acceptance into the programme is limited and is dependent on enrolment targets.
- Applications windows are advertised on the School of Law website. Applications will open in June and close on end October. Late applications may be accepted with our discretion, and you are encouraged to contact us to ascertain space on the program.
- Coursework Masters students do not qualify for fee remission.
Eligibility for LLM in Child Care and Protection
- An LLB or a BProc degree with the basic entrance requirement being a minimum overall average of 55%.
Eligibility for Mphil in Child Care and Protection (Interdisciplinary)
- An LLB or an equivalent degree (e.g. Bachelor of Social Science (honours), Bachelor of Education, etc.) with the basic entrance requirement being a minimum overall average of 55%.
Lecturers generally involved in the programme
- Ms Rowena Bernard; Dr Brigitte Clarke; Dr Caroline Goodier; Dr Willene Holness; Dr Annette Singh; Prof Ann Strode
- International experts such as Dr Meda Couzens (University of Sydney); and staff from the Social Work department.
