Postgraduate ProgrammeMaster of Laws (LL.M) (ODL)
Advance your legal career with an industry-focused master’s — six specialisations, studied online.
Whether you are a practising lawyer, a fresh graduate or a working professional, this Master of Laws offers the flexibility, depth and practicality to thrive in today’s legal world. Choose from six in-demand specialisations designed around the real demands of Malaysian legal practice, studied flexibly online.
Programme Key Facts
Veritas University College (VUC)
1.5 Years
Postgraduate
Online
January, May & September
Coursework & Exams
R-DL/0421/7/0016(FA14560)11/31
Future Careers
Specialise and advance in a fast-evolving legal world.
An LL.M is a practice-based postgraduate degree that deepens expertise in specialised legal fields. It is not required to practise law, but it sharpens your skills and opens new opportunities across practice, corporate law and international sectors.
The Specialisation Edge
Build deep, in-demand expertise in a chosen field, backed by practical skills and a strong industry network, including access to Lex Expo, Malaysia’s largest legal career fair.
Where It Leads
Corporate Legal Counsel
Legal Practitioner / Advocate
Compliance & Regulatory Specialist
Arbitration / Dispute Resolution Specialist
Legal Academic / Researcher
Policy & Government Adviser
Why This Programme Matters
The Reality
Legal practice is evolving fast, and specialised, practice-ready expertise is increasingly valued. This LL.M offers six specialisations tailored to the real demands of Malaysian legal practice.
The Education
- Choose from six practice-focused specialisations
- Learn from award-winning practitioners and academics
- Access leading legal databases around the clock
- Earn an internationally recognised qualification accredited by MQA and the Ministry of Higher Education
The Practical Advantage
Combine core legal foundations and independent research with specialised practice modules in litigation, arbitration, intellectual property, banking and finance, cross-border contracts and legal technology.
Course Modules
Build a shared postgraduate foundation, then tailor the programme through one of six specialisations.
- Malaysian Legal System
- Research Methodology
- Lawyer’s Skills
- Master Project
- Litigation & Courtroom Practice (bridging to the CLP)
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property & Technology Law
- Islamic Finance & Commercial Transactions
- Financial & Banking Law
- International Business Law
The Creative Learning Experience
Flexible online learning, specialised practice and independent research.
Law at master’s level is learned through applied, specialised study that connects legal theory with professional practice.
How You Learn
Flexible Online Study
Access class recordings and study materials around the clock.
Practitioner-Led Learning
Learn from experienced legal professionals and academics.
Specialised Practice
Focus your study on a chosen, in-demand legal field.
Legal Research
Use leading databases and complete an independent Master Project.
Industry Exposure
Access career events and Lex Expo, Malaysia’s largest legal career fair.
Industry Projects & Certifications
Master Project
Complete an independent research project on a relevant legal topic, demonstrating your ability to apply theory, literature and critical analysis to real-world issues.
Legal Resources & Network
Gain 24/7 access to a Legal Resource Centre and databases including CLJ Law, Westlaw and LexisNexis, plus a strong industry network through career events and Lex Expo.
Industry Partners
Connect with the legal profession from day one.
Your legal education at BAC goes beyond the classroom. Through our strong connections with leading law firms, professional bodies and the Inns of Court Malaysia, you gain valuable exposure to the people, institutions and networks shaping the legal profession.
These partnerships help you better understand legal practice, explore different career pathways, and develop the professional confidence to take your next step.
Industry Partners
- Thomas Philip Advocates & Solicitors
- Lavania & Balan Chambers
- Messrs. Jamie Wong
- Alvin John & Partners
- Shearn Delamore & Co.
- Richard Wee Chambers
- Daljit Singh Partnership
- Chooi & Company
- Cheang & Ariff
- Messrs. Farez Jinnah
- Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
- Zul Rafique & Partners
- Izral Partnership
- Messrs. Kuek, Ong & Associates
- Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh
- Haeme Lew Advocates & Solicitors
- Halim Hong & Quek
- Vilasiny Gan & Co
- Tan Norizan & Associates
- Belden Advocates & Solicitors
- C.Y. Ng & Barry
- Low & Partners
- Malek, Gan & Partners
- Zaid Ibrahim & Co.
- Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership
- Raj, Ong & Yudistra
- Raja, Darryl & Loh
- MahWengKwai & Associates
- Rahmat Lim & Partners
- WongPartnership LLP
- Baskaran Law
- Shook Lin & Bok
- Lee & Poh Partnership
- Jeeva Partnership
- Arief & Iskandar
- K.H. Ong & Ng
- Azmi & Associates
- Skrine
- Adnan Sundra & Low
- LAW Partnership
- Gan Partnership
- Christopher & Lee Ong
- Wong & Partners
- Albar & Partners
- Othman Hashim & Co
- Kadir Andri & Partners
- Jeff Leong, Poon & Wong
- Wong Boon & Toh
- Teng, Sheng & Fatima
- Abdullah Chan & Co
- Teh & Partners
- Nazmi Zaini Chambers
- Inns of Court Malaysia
- Great Eastern Sdn Bhd
- SLB
- UN Global Compact Network Malaysia, Brunei & Cambodia
- Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution
- The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)
- The Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators (MIArb)
- TrialSim
- LexisNexis
- WestLaw
- Coursera for Campus
- CLJ Law
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Career Outcomes
Graduate ready to specialise and advance in law.
On completion, opportunities span corporate legal departments, legal practice, compliance, dispute resolution, academia, government and international organisations—shaped by your chosen specialisation.
Progression Pathways
Graduates may progress to doctoral study (PhD) in Law, building on their research and specialisation.
Roles in Focus
- Corporate Legal Counsel. Advise on contracts, compliance and strategy.
- Legal Practitioner / Advocate. Apply advanced advocacy and litigation skills.
- Compliance & Regulatory Specialist. Guide organisations through legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Arbitration / Dispute Resolution Specialist. Handle alternative dispute resolution.
- Legal Academic / Researcher. Teach and research law at university level.
Student Experience
Study flexibly alongside fellow professionals, including practising lawyers.
Build specialised knowledge with strong academic support, professional resources and a connected legal network.
Flexible Online Learning
Study through evening classes, weekend lectures and self-paced modules.
Practitioner Faculty
Learn from award-winning legal professionals and academics.
Peer Network
Study alongside practising lawyers and working professionals.
Career Exposure
Access graduate support, career events and Lex Expo.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the approved postgraduate entry routes.
- A Bachelor’s degree in the field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate; or
- A Bachelor’s degree in the field or a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.
Important Note
Candidates without a relevant qualification or work experience must complete prerequisite courses set by the institution and meet the minimum CGPA requirements.
Fees & Financing
Programme Fees
For accurate, current fee details, refer to the official Veritas LL.M course page. International student fees are subject to a 6% Service Tax (SST) from 1 September 2025.
Financial Support
- EPF withdrawals and instalment payment schemes are available.
- BAC graduates may be eligible for alumni discounts.
- BAC alumni with a First-Class Bachelor of Laws are entitled to a reduced tuition fee of RM10,000.
Full details are available through the admissions team.
Speak to a Future Advisor
Ready to specialise and advance your legal career?
Study flexibly online and speak to an advisor about the specialisation that best supports your goals.