Master of Laws (LLM)

Have you ever thought of improving your career prospects or sharpening your skills by pursuing a Master of Laws degree, but find it difficult to take time off your very busy career to enroll; or find no school close to your home or work station; or have no time to attend an in person class? If you are one of these people, worry not Mount Kenya University Law Campus has the perfect programme for you.

Parklands Law Campus (PLC) we are introducing the MKU open and distance learning Master of Laws programmes for tomorrow's legal professional. We offer a cutting edge self-paced Masters programme at the convenience of your office or home. Accredited by the Council of Legal Education, it is fairly priced with a wide selection of areas of specialization; supported by world-class faculty and a wide range of easily accessible e learning resources. Our programme is designed to offer the highest quality learning while appreciating your unique professional needs and circumstances. Registration for the September intake ongoing.

Master in Laws (LLM) Admission Requirements

The following shall be eligible for admission into Master of Laws degree programme:-

1. A holder of a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree with a minimum of a Second-Class Honours (Upper Division) from a recognized University: provided that the applicant satisfies the minimum requirement for admission to an undergraduate degree programme in Law; or
2. A holder of a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree of a Second-Class Lower Division from a recognized University with a minimum of a three-year working experience provided that the applicant satisfied the minimum requirement for admission to an undergraduate degree programme in Law.
3. In addition to the above requirements a prospective candidate may also be required by the university to meet the following criteria:

1. A prospective candidate for Master of Laws programme may be required to produce evidence of competence to work (study) for the degree.
2. In addition to producing evidence of eligibility for registration candidates for the Master of Laws degree may be required to appear for an interview in the School.

Note:

The senate may decline to admit a candidate whose attainments are not sufficiently high to warrant such admission.

Course Duration

Master of Laws programme shall be offered for 4 semesters.

School Fees

Kshs. 250,000/= per semester.

1. Bachelor of Laws
2. Diploma in Law