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Diploma in Law

OVERVIEW

About This Programme

The Diploma in Law is a qualification for students who are seeking to work in the legal industry or in occupations where a practical knowledge of the legal industry will be of utility.  It acts as a standalone qualification for students. 

CIMA and ACCA accredited degree

CIMA and ACCA accredited degree

Fulltime Degree

8 month | fulltime
fast track degree

Practical and theoretic modules

Practical and theoretic modules

Guided career sessions

Guided career sessions

MODULES

Designed to explore beyond subject knowledge

Graduates will be able to demonstrate the accounting and finance related knowledge, which will be further developed and integrated into broader business knowledge, skills and professional values and ethics.


Introduction, Legal Writing and Research

This module aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the practice of law. Specifically the module aims to provide students with an understanding of legal reasoning as applied to issues in professional practice and business. Student s will be taught to write like a lawyer should. Students will also learn where they can find answers to their legal problems and how they should go about seeking such answers.

Company and Commercial Law

The primary aim is to extend students’ understanding of the working of law in a business environment. While this will include teaching students the legal theories, this module will also familiarise students with practical application of law in a business environment. Students will be able to provide useful information to assist managers with the activities of making agreement and decision-making within organisations.

Contract Law

The primary aim is to give students a working understanding of how contracts work. From identifying the elements of every contract to understanding how contracts come to an end, whether by breach, discharge or frustration to understanding the manner in which contracts will come to an end and the consequences of such termination. Students will be able to provide useful information to assist managers with the activities of making agreement and decision-making within organisations when dealing with agreements and contracts on a daily basis.

Tort Law

The primary aim is to extend students’ understanding of tort law; the situation where the relationship between parties is not governed by an agreement or a contract. Students will have to familiarise themselves with the legal theories behind tort law and also understand the practical application of tort law in a business environment. Students will be able to provide useful information to assist managers with the activities of making agreement and decision-making within organisations. Students will also be taught to appreciate that contracts and agreements are not the only ways in which law comes into play in the civil relationship between two parties.

Dispute Resolution

The primary aim of this module is to educate students’ understanding of how disputes in Singapore are resolved through litigation, mediation and arbitration. While this will include teaching students the legal theories, this module will also familiarise students with practical application of dispute resolution in a business environment. Not every case should be litigated. Just as not every case is suitable for arbitration or mediation. Students will be able to provide useful information to assist managers with the activities of decision-making within organisations when it comes to dispute resolution.

Intellectual Property Law

This module will focus on having students appreciate the importance and influence of Intellectual Property in our society and how the Law protects such Intellectual Property. Students will learn how to advise clients who are seeking guidance in respect of intellectual property. A hands on approach will ensure that students complete this module, confident to be able to assist intellectual property law practitioners.

Family Law

This module will focus on having students appreciate the importance of family law in the general practice of any law firm. Students will learn how to advise clients who are seeking guidance in family law. Students will also learn how to draft the pleadings in a family law case to be filed in court and the necessary elements of these pleadings. A hands on approach will ensure that students complete this module, confident to be able to assist family law practitioners.

Employment Law

The primary aim of this module is to impart to students an understanding of the law of employment and its application in a business environment. While this will include teaching students the legal theories, this module will also familiarise students with practical application of employment law in a business environment. Students will be able to provide useful information to assist managers with decision-making within organisations. Students will also be better able to protect themselves in their dealings with employers. Students who have passed this module should be able to contribute meaningfully to suitable roles in human resources departments.

Full programme structure & learning outcomes

Full programme structure & learning outcomes

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what to expect

Prepare for a Career in IT

The main aim of the Diploma in Law is to give students the legal knowledge and practical insight into the workings of the legal industry.

In particular, students will get an insight into the workings of law firms and the role that they can play in law firms across Singapore. Holders of the Diploma will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the major theories and concepts in law.

The Diploma in Law aims to:

  • Develop students’ competence and practical skills in law
  • To lay the foundation for future pathway and continuing professional development.
  • To provide students with the relevant knowledge and understanding of law as it relates to the wider business context
  • The knowledge and skills that will enable them to follow a career in all areas of law and a wide range of careers in business, human resources and administration.

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

  • demonstrate relevant legal knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of law which will equip them with an awareness of the operation of law in all aspects of their lives
  • demonstrate proficiency in identifying legal issues and know how to use the their knowledge and analytical skills effectively across a range of problems
  • interpret situations which require legal input and contribute meaningfully to these situations
  • demonstrate understanding of legal issues and understand how to respond to these issues
  • effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms to specialist and non-specialist audience
  • demonstrate cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis
  • demonstrate effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving legal problems
  • take and demonstrate responsibility for their own learning and continuing personal and professional development
  • undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competences that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations

Company and Commercial LawContract LawDispute ResolutionEmployment LawFamily LawIntellectual Property LawIntroductionLegal Writing and ResearchTort Law

Career in IT

programme structure

Lectures, Tutorial, Seminars, Workshops, Case study and Exercises, Class Discussion

  • Assignment/Class test – 40%
  • Final Exam – 60%


Student must achieve an overall passing grade of 40%. If students fail to achieve an overall passing grade of 40%, students will be permitted one retake attempt in each failed assessment and failure of this retake will require students to re-module the failed module(s) again in full prior to additional retake attempt.

Graduation and Awards
Students must complete and pass all required modules in this course to receive a Diploma in Law certification.

Students who are for any reason unable to complete the Diploma and who have successfully passed a minimum of 4 modules are eligible for an Exit Award of a Certificate in Law.

  • STP holders – 90%
  • Non-STP holders – 75%

1 Teacher: 40 Students

Below is a table showing the Diploma in Law’s contact hours:

ModeContact hoursNumber of modulesTotal Contact HoursCourse Duration
Full time142 hrs per module8336 hours8 months
Part time236 hrs per module8288 hours12 months

Part-time classes run throughout the week in the evening during off-peak hours to facilitate flexibility in accommodating working professionals or a wider student community.

Full-time classes run from Monday to Friday in the morning during regular working hours (as per the timetable)

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Why choose LSBF for your education

Study Materials

Study Materials

Students will receive study materials after they have made full payment for their programme. Replacement of study materials is subject to additional charge.

Student Portal

Student Portal

Students have access to the Student Portal. It is a useful site where the course information and learning materials are available for students’ easy reference.

Accessible Faculty

Accessible Faculty

Students may contact their lecturers directly via email outside the lecture hours for any academic related queries.

Recorded Lectures

Recorded Lectures

We will show compassion and care to all stakeholders as we believe the journey is as important as the outcome.

Student Support Services

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Why choose LSBF for your education

Our career team offers a range of professional development services that will support in your search for your dream job.

Job search strategies

Perfect your CV, prepare for interviews

Preparing for internships

Interactive sessions and mock interviews to help you prepare.

Business and social etiquette

Plan your pathway move with LSBF’s mentors & guidance.

ELIGIBILITY

Who can apply for this programme

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  • Two passes in GCE A Level Examinations; or
  • Completion of equivalent High School qualification (12 years); or
  • Pass in appropriate Foundation / Certificate programme; or
  • Other similar qualifications; or
  • Mature Entry Route (MER) Minimum age of 21 plus work experience (2 years min) will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
  • A minimum of 1 years work experience in a legal position work be an advantage

BothAchieved a grade C6 or better in English language O level; or

Equivalent qualification e.g. IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 550; or LSBF PCE Advanced.


All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of their linguistic ability by gaining a minimum level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, prior to receiving an offer for the course. local and international students MUST fulfil the minimum English language entry requirement of one of the following (except Mandarin programmes)

  • Achieved grade C6 or better in English language in GCE O level
  • Pass in English Language in Year 10 High School qualification or equivalent
  • IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 550
  • Completed LSBF Preparatory Course in English Upper Intermediate Level

Students with non-standard entry requirements (e.g. other PEI qualification, lack of equivalent Year 12 in home country, etc.) will be assessed on a case by case basis subject to approval of the Academic Board

  • 18 years and above

FACULTY

Master Industry-Relevant Skills with Guidance

Dr Ignatius Luke Chan View Profile Senior Lecturer
Jeffrey Koh Juay Kiang View Profile Senior Lecturer
Mohamed Siddiq View Profile Deputy Head and Senior Lecturer, School of Business and Law
Sidiki Kaba View Profile Full-time Tutor & Lecturer
Titus Kuan View Profile Part-time tutor

CA

Roy Yap View Profile Head and Senior Lecturer, School of Business & Law
Fee Structure

ADMISSIONS

How to apply

At the London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) Singapore Campus, our Education Consultants are ready to help with any questions about starting your studies.

Simply fill out the form on the right, and one of our consultants will guide you through the application process and support you every step of the way.
For a quick overview, check out our 3-5 step guidelines to make the process even easier.

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Admission Process for Local Students

A ‘local student’ is defined as an individual holding Singaporean citizenship, Permanent Residency (PR), or valid passes such as the Employment Pass (EP), S Pass (SP), Dependant’s Pass (DP), or Work Permit (WP).

Local students can register either in person at the Recruitment Office or contact us through email, phone, or WhatsApp for added convenience.

Local Students will go through pre-programme counselling with the Education Consultants who will explain the Programme details, Fee Protection Scheme, Refund Policy, Appeal procedures and other important information etc.

Local Students are then required to submit the documents below for registration:

  • A duly completed Application Form
  • Proof of Professional Qualifications – ACCA/CFA Institute/etc. (if applicable) or Highest Education Qualification
  • Proof of identity card (i.e. NRIC/work pass)
  • Payment of Application Fee

Education Consultants will submit all necessary documents to the Admissions department for evaluation of the application.

Upon successful acceptance into the programme, Education Consultants will inform the Local Students that their application has been successful. Local students will need to understand and sign the Student Contract and Advisory note to confirm their acceptance of the programme.

Once Local Students have understood and signed on the 2 original copies of Student Contract and Advisory Note, they may proceed to make payments to LSBF.

Payment of fees should be made in Singapore dollars via the following modes of payment:

  • Cash
  • NETS
  • Flywire
  • Cashier’s order
  • Debit/Credit Cards
  • Singapore Cheques
     

All fees are payable to London School of Business & Finance Pte Ltd.

Upon payment from the Local Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for Local Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance account is applicable for ALL Local Students regardless of their nationalities and the type of passes they held.

Admission Process for International Students

International Students – refer to foreigners – who wish to pursue a full-time study in Singapore with London School of Business & Finance (LSBF). You are required to apply for a Student Pass with the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

International students may submit your inquiry to info@lsbf.edu.sg or contact LSBF recruitment agents at your home country.

International Students will go through pre-counseling with the Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents who will explain the Programme details, Fee Protection Scheme, Refund Policy, Appeal procedures and other important information.

International Students are required to submit the documents below for evaluation:

  • A duly completed Application Form
  • Certified copies of ALL academic qualifications and transcripts (From Secondary School / High School onwards / equivalent)
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Clear copy of student’s valid travel document (First page and Last page of Passport)
  • Certified clear copy of birth certificate
  • Copy Malaysian ID card (if applicable)
  • A duly completed ICA student pass application forms: Form 16 and Form V36
  • Recent passport-sized photograph (white background)
  • Student enrolling for Professional Programmes, a proof of relevant membership may be required.
  • Payment of Application Fee


All documents submitted needs to be in English language. Please provide the original non-translated and translated documents during submission.

*All students who do not meet the minimum requirement for their English proficiency level will need to sit for our English Placement Tests.
Students who go through Recruitment Agents and are in their country of origin are required to sit for 2 English Placement Tests (EPT). The first provisional EPT will be conducted at the Recruitment Agent’s Office and a Second EPT will be conducted at LSBF premise after the student has arrived in Singapore. The latter test will determine the final level of English that the student needs to attend.
Students who did not go through Recruitment Agents are able to sit for the EPT at LSBF premise since they are in Singapore.
Education Consultants / Business Development Managers will submit all documents to the Admissions department for evaluation of the application. Upon successful acceptance into the programme, LSBF will issue a Conditional Letter of Offer together with the Acceptance of Offer Form.

Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents will inform International Students that their application has been successful. At this point, International students will need to sign and return the Acceptance of Offer Letter Form and provide the supporting documents listed below:

  • Signed Acceptance Letter of Offer Form
  • Proof of financial ability in the form of bank statements/fixed deposit accounts/savings accounts (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Parent’s and/or Spouse’s employment letter with details such as date of commencement/duration of employment, designation and salary amount/month (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Student’s employment letter with details such as date of commencement/duration of employment, designation and salary amount/month (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Parents’ marriage certificate (applicable if student’s birth certificate does not state both parent’s name)
  • Student’s marriage certificate (If applicable)

Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents will explain to International Students the contents of the Student Contract and Advisory Note and inform them of any additional documents that may be required.

Upon receipt of the signed Acceptance of Offer Letter and Application fee, LSBF will proceed to submit the Student Pass application via Singapore ICA Student OnLine Application & Registration+ (SOLAR+) system.

In general, processing time for a NEW Student Pass application is about 2 weeks – 4 weeks. Processing time for International Students transferring their student pass from other PEIs is about 2 weeks to process. Some applications may however take a longer time to process.

LSBF does not guarantee any successful approval of the Student Pass application. For more information on Student Pass application, please refer to www.ica.gov.sg.

Upon approval of the Student Pass application, International Students will be informed of the result via email from their Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents. They will need to:

  1. Sign 2 original copies of the Advisory Note and Student contract
  2. Sit for the English Placement Test conducted at LSBF upon their arrival in Singapore (if applicable)
  3. Make payments for the programme fee (No payments are to be made if International Students have not signed the Student Contract and Advisory Note)
  4. Complete the formalities before collection of Student Pass in person at the ICA

Payment of fees should be made in Singapore dollars via the following modes of payment:

  • Cash
  • NETS
  • Flywire
  • Cashier’s order
  • Debit/Credit Cards
  • Singapore Cheques
  • Bank Draft
  • Telegraphic Transfer* (Bank charges to be borne by students)

*For telegraphic transfer, International Students are to indicate reference to the student’s name and/or London School of Business & Finance student’s identity number as stated on the Letter of Offer (S1xxxxxx) and provide a copy of the remittance advice to the respective Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents for tracking purpose. All fees are payable to London School of Business & Finance Pte Ltd except for the issuance fee and multiple-entry visa fee which are payable to ICA during completion of formality to collect the Student Pass.

Upon payments from International Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for International Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance is applicable for all students regardless of their nationalities.

Admission Process for Transfer International Students

Transferring to study from one college to another need not be a painful process. If you are currently studying with another college in Singapore, and have already secured a valid Student Pass, all you need to do is to apply for a transfer of Student Pass to study with the London School of Business & Finance in Singapore (LSBF).

Approach LSBF to apply for the desired programme to confirm your place at LSBF.

Upon receipt of the signed Acceptance of Offer Letter and Application fee, LSBF will proceed to submit the Student Pass application via Singapore ICA Student OnLine Application & Registration+ (SOLAR+) system.

In general, processing time for a NEW Student Pass application is about 2 weeks – 4 weeks. Processing time for International Students transferring their student pass from other PEIs is about 2 weeks to process. Some applications may however take a longer time to process.

LSBF does not guarantee any successful approval of the Student Pass application. For more information on Student Pass application, please refer to www.ica.gov.sg.

Upon approval of the Student Pass application, International Students will be informed of the result via email from their Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents. They will need to:

  1. Sign 2 original copies of the Advisory Note and Student contract
  2. Sit for the English Placement Test conducted at LSBF upon their arrival in Singapore (if applicable)
  3. Make payments for the programme fee (No payments are to be made if International Students have not signed the Student Contract and Advisory Note)
  4. Complete the formalities before collection of Student Pass in person at the ICA

LSBF’s friendly Education Consultants will inform you of your student pass transfer application outcome within 7-14 days.* Upon payments from International Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for International Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance is applicable for all students regardless of their nationalities.

*Important: Your attendance and performance at your previous school is of utmost importance in securing a successful transfer of your Student Pass to LSBF. If you have a record of poor attendance (anything below 90%) or poor academic performance, you will experience great difficulty renewing or transferring your Student Pass. It is highly possible that ICA will not approve your application.


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