University of Birmingham LLB pathway at BAC

LLB (Hons), University of Birmingham

Shape your legal future with a world-class UK law degree.

Shape Your Legal Future with a World-Class UK Law Degree.

A recognised UK law degree pathway that starts at BAC and continues at the University of Birmingham.

Programme Key Facts

  • 3 years (2+1 / 1+2)

    Duration

  • University of Birmingham

    Awarded By

  • UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)

    Pathway

  • Full Time / Part Time

    Study Mode

  • January, April, July & September

    Intakes

  • Coursework & Exams

    Assessments

  • R/380/6/0036(A6933)03/26

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Build a legal career with global reach.

The programme develops legal knowledge, analytical thinking, practical expertise and a global outlook.

Possible Career Directions

  • Lawyer / Legal Practitioner

  • Corporate Counsel / In-House Lawyer

  • Cyber Law Specialist

  • Environmental Law Advisor

  • Legal Researcher

  • Compliance and Regulatory Executive

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • Students need law degrees with strong theory, practical skills and international recognition.
  • BAC allows students to begin in Malaysia before transferring to the University of Birmingham.
  • Birmingham Law School is recognised for legal education, research and employability.
  • Graduates may progress to the CLP in Malaysia or the Bar Professional Course in the UK.

The Education

Students study core law subjects before progressing to the University of Birmingham.

  • Common Law Reasoning & Institutions, Public Law and Contract.
  • Criminal Law, Malaysian Legal System and Constitutional Law.
  • Tort, Land Law, Evidence, Company Law and Family Law.
  • Legal Technology and Business for Lawyers.

The Global Law Advantage

A Malaysian start with UK legal education, research-led learning and employability support.

Course Modules

A UK law degree pathway with a strong Malaysian start.

  • Common Law Reasoning & Institutions
  • Public Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Contract
  • Malaysian Legal System
  • Malaysian Constitutional Law
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The AI-Native Learning Experience

Learn law. Think critically. Understand the profession.

At BAC, AI-supported learning provides extra guidance as you explore legal concepts and improve your academic work. You will learn to use AI responsibly when researching legal principles, reviewing case material, and enhancing written communication.

  • AI Tutor

    Personalised learning support around the clock

  • AI Writing Coach

    Clearer academic and legal writing

  • AI Study Coach

    Optimised study habits and performance

  • AI Research Assistant

    Faster, smarter legal research

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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

One law degree. Many possible futures.

Your law degree can prepare you for professional legal practice while also developing skills that are highly valued across business, technology, policy and international organisations.

Progression Pathways

Depending on the professional requirements applicable to your chosen route, you can progress towards:

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Student Experience

Choose a law pathway that combines BAC’s law-school foundation with Birmingham Law School’s UK learning environment.

  • Malaysia’s No.1 Law School

    Begin at BAC.

  • University of Birmingham Experience

    Transfer to a globally ranked UK university.

  • Research-Led Learning

    Engage with legal debates and policymaking.

  • Employability Support

    Pro Bono projects, Mooting and over 50 law-focused career events.

  • Flexible Academic Interests

    Cyber Law and Environmental Law.

  • Law Consortium Network

    Established international law pathways.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following:

  • 5 Credits in SPM, including English; and
  • Foundation in Law or equivalent; or
  • 2 A-Level passes / 2 STPM Principals or equivalent; or
  • 5 Bs in UEC or equivalent; or
  • A recognised Diploma or Degree.

Note: Trial / forecast results accepted.

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Fees & Financing

Malaysian Students

  • Year 1: RM31,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 2: RM31,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 3: As per University of Birmingham

International Students

  • Year 1: RM36,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 2: RM36,000 + RM1,000 Resource Fee
  • Year 3: As per University of Birmingham

Students should contact BAC for the latest financing, payment plan and international fee guidance.