Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at University of Ghana

Law basically describes the systems, methods and rules employed to administer justice, foster mutual relations and facilitate development in society. Law as a discipline equips individuals with the requisite skills to think critically and apply the appropriate rules and regulations for the benefit of society. Law as a subject has numerous branches covering every conceivable facet of human life. The basic aspects include Contract Law, Legal Systems and Method, Criminal Law, Law of Torts and Constitutional Law. Other aspects include Immovable Property Law, Commercial Law, Public International Law, Company Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution. In recent years, the area has expanded to include Oil and Gas Law, Gender and the Law, International Human Rights Law and Intellectual Property Law. Future areas which promise interesting and interdisciplinary research include Cyber Law, AntiMoney Laundering and Patent Law. Students trained in law serve as lawyers, law lecturers, legislative drafters, law reporters, solicitors, research assistants and fellows, external board members of organizations and judges.

College: College of Humanities  |  School: University of Ghana School of Law  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Location: Legon, Accra (Ghana)

What you will study

First-year foundations lead into core disciplinary modules, practicals/studio/clinical work, research methods and a final-year project or dissertation. Exact course codes vary by academic year, confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Call to the Bar via the Ghana School of Law, corporate counsel, litigation, public service, NGOs, compliance, academia and the judiciary. Confirm graduate destinations with the faculty office.

Visit the University of Ghana School of Law page · UG programme catalogue.