B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.)
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B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.)
5 YEARS INTEGRATED PROGRAMME
About The Programme
Starting from 2021, Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) provides the 5-year integrated B.Com. LL.B. Honours programme, which blends commerce and law courses in accordance with the current regulations of the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission. The programme strives to cultivate a scholarly and academically outstanding environment for its students.
What Makes It Different at JGU
The B.Com. LL.B programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal discipline by integrating accounts, commerce, and law courses. This multidisciplinary approach equips students with the ability to apply legal principles to real-world scenarios.
The programme's core curriculum includes foundational courses, while elective courses and independent research projects allow students to explore their interests. Additionally, internships in various fields such as corporate taxation, law firms, start-ups, advisory and legal consultancy, capital market and finance-related internships, auditing and accounting firms, international law firms, and international organizations provide students with exposure to diverse career options.
Through internships and the law school curriculum, students gain a deeper understanding of the legal system, enabling them to envision a variety of career paths, including higher education. This prepares them to enter the legal profession with the necessary skills to communicate effectively in a legal setting, interpret and apply laws, specialize in legal subjects of interest, and succeed in legal employment.
To be eligible for admission to Jindal Global Law School, applicants must have completed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with a minimum of 45% marks from a recognized board, including CBSE, ISC, state boards, IB, Cambridge, and other government-recognized boards.
LNAT was developed by a consortium of UK universities as a fair way to assess a candidate’s potential to study law at undergraduate level. The LNAT is written and calibrated by Edexcel for Pearson VUE, the world’s leading computer-based testing and assessment business.
The B.Com. LL.B. (Hons) curriculum at JGLS is comprised of both compulsory and elective courses, each with a maximum duration of one semester. The compulsory courses are designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the essential branches of law and to fulfill the necessary requirements for admission to practice. The elective courses offer an opportunity for students to pursue their specific interests and expand their knowledge.
Each full semester course is worth 4 credits, except for electives that may range from 4 to 1 credits. To achieve a full-time load of 40 credits per year, students must complete a minimum of 20 credits per semester. Students may request to take on a higher load, not exceeding 28 credits per semester, with the approval of the Office of Academic Affairs.
To be awarded a B.Com. LL.B. Honours programme degree, students must earn a minimum of 208 credits, distributed as follows: two English language courses worth 8 credits; at least 12 compulsory courses in accounts, business, commerce, and social science subjects worth 48 credits; at least 20 compulsory law courses worth 80 credits; at least 14 elective courses (including 8 courses for honours degree) worth 56 credits; and 4 compulsory clinical courses worth 16 credits.
Moreover, students may earn credits by participating in co-curricular activities that develop their legal reasoning skills and enhance their understanding of the law. The credits earned from permissible co-curricular activities will contribute to the total of 208 credits needed to obtain a B.Com. LL.B. (Hons) degree.
Graduates of the B.Com. LL.B. Honours programme at Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) have diverse career opportunities in the legal and business sectors. The program’s interdisciplinary curriculum enables students to gain a comprehensive understanding of both law and commerce, making them highly sought after by various employers.
Upon completion of the program, graduates can work as corporate lawyers, legal advisors, legal consultants, legal compliance officers, or in-house counsels. They can also join law firms, accounting and auditing firms, financial institutions, investment banks, and other corporate organizations. Many students also choose to pursue higher studies in law or business.
The program’s emphasis on practical learning provides students with ample opportunities to intern with leading law firms, corporations, NGOs, and government organizations. These internships offer students valuable exposure to real-world legal and business issues, which helps them develop practical skills and a deeper understanding of the industry.
Moreover, the school’s global collaborations with top-tier universities and law firms offer students the chance to participate in international internships, study abroad programmes, and international moot court competitions, which enable them to gain a global perspective and develop cross-cultural communication skills.
Overall, the B.Com. LL.B. Honours programme at JGLS prepares students to enter a wide range of legal and business careers, with a strong foundation in both law and commerce, practical skills, and exposure to international opportunities.
Merit-cum-means scholarship shall be awarded to students qualifying LNAT-UK Subject to parental ITR criteria as defined by the university.
JGLS believes that an international experience is essential for students to recognize and embrace different cultural and community perspectives, creating new career opportunities and broadening their worldview. To facilitate this, JGLS offers a range of geographically diverse and academically enriching Student Exchange programmes for one semester. These programmes offer students the opportunity to study abroad at one of JGLS’s partner institutions, spread across varying legal systems, and bring back a unique learning experience. The exchanges not only enrich students’ academic and professional lives, but also enhance language learning, intercultural skills, self-reliance, and self-awareness, making them citizens of the world.
The programme is open to students pursuing the five-year B.Com. / B.B.A. LL.B / B.A. LL.B, three-year LL.B., and one-year LL.M. programmes. Eligible students from JGLS spend a semester at one of our partner institutions across the globe, and the programme is revenue-neutral with respect to tuition fees.
Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) provides an academic support programme called the ‘LIFE in Law’ programme for students who face academic challenges. This programme is designed to assist students who need additional support in passing their re-sit examinations. The ‘LIFE in Law’ programme is a teaching-oriented program, with a focus on preparing students for re-sit examinations.
The programme is designed to cater to the needs of students who require assistance in academics. It provides a support system to help students overcome academic challenges and succeed in their studies. The entire programme is designed to be teaching-oriented, with a focus on preparing students for re-sit examinations.
Overall, the ‘LIFE in Law’ programme at JGLS is a valuable resource for students who require academic support, providing them with the necessary tools to overcome academic challenges and succeed in their studies.