Bachelor of Shariah and Law

Program Details

Introduction

The programme focuses on the study of Shariah and Law as the first step to start a career in the legal field and in Islamic scholarship. Its rich content of theory, application, research and skills-based training enables candidates to adapt quickly to the professional field. The balance between Shariah and Law content, together with ethical foundations, provide a breadth of knowledge in this field

Entry Requirement

General Entry Criteria

2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSSC pass is considered C and above.);

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field;

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.

Language Requirement

Minimum “C” grade in GCE O’ level English OR equivalent

OR

Obtain a pass in an equivalent English Language entry exam provided by Villa College

Alternative Entry Criteria

20 years old, completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

OR

20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program;

AND

The language requirement described above.

Program Structure

Year 1

• ISLAMIC LAW OF TRANSACTIONS I (Dhivehi)

• PRINCIPLES OF ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE I (Dhivehi)

• CRIMINAL LAW I (English)

• LAW OF CONTRACT I (English)

• CONSTITUTIONAL LAW (English)

• LAW OF CONTRACT II (English)

• CRIMINAL LAW II (English)

• PRINCIPLES OF ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE II (Dhivehi)

Exit with Diploma in Shariah and Law

Year 2

• LAW OF TORT I (English)

• INTRODUCTION TO JURISPRUDENCE (English)

• ISLAMIC FAMILY LAW (Dhivehi)

• ISLAMIC CRIMINAL LAW (Dhivehi)

• MALDIVIAN LEGAL SYSTEM, LEGAL METHODS AND REASONING (English)

• LAND LAW I (English)

• LAW OF TORT II (English)

• COMPANY LAW (English)

Year 3

• LAW OF TRUST (English)

• PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW (English)

• ISLAMIC LAW OF INHERITANCE (Dhivehi)

• LAND LAW II (English)

• ISLAMIC LEGAL MAXIMS (Dhivehi)

• EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURE (English)

• PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND LEGAL PRACTICE (English)

Program Fees

Intake: January / May / September Course Fee: MVR 3,450 per month (MVR 1,170 per month under the government free degree scheme)