Bachelor of Law – LLB
4 years
129 hours Credit Hours
English
September 2026
Overview
The Dual Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme in Dubai enables students to earn two separate law degrees upon graduation: a UAE Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Dubai and a UK Bachelor of Laws (LLB) awarded by the University of London. This four-year, full-time Dual LLB programme is delivered entirely in English at the University of Dubai campus, with no requirement to travel to or study in the United Kingdom. Students gain comprehensive knowledge of both the UAE Civil Law system and the UK Common Law system, providing them with a strong foundation for careers in the UAE, the wider region and international legal environments. The 129-credit programme includes lectures, tutorials, assessments, legal research, academic materials and moot court exercises, all conducted in English. Structured in alignment with UAE Ministry of Education requirements and University of London academic standards, the programme offers a distinctive legal education for students seeking both a UAE law degree and a UK law degree while studying entirely in Dubai.
Admission Requirements
| English | Other |
| IELTS with an overall band score of 6.5, or TOEFL with a score of 109 | High school score 70% or above in Math |
Who Is This Program For?
The Bachelor of Law (LLB) program is typically designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field and have a passion for law and justice. The program is generally suited for:
- Aspiring Lawyers: The LLB program is ideal for students who aspire to become lawyers, legal practitioners, or advocates, and wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, concepts, and skills required for the legal profession.
- Law Enthusiasts: The LLB program is suitable for students who have a genuine interest in law, enjoy analyzing and interpreting legal texts, and are keen on exploring the intricacies of the legal system.
- Critical Thinkers: The LLB program is well-suited for students who have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as legal studies require a systematic approach to problem-solving, logical reasoning, and legal research.
- Research-oriented Students: The LLB program is suitable for students who enjoy conducting in-depth research, analyzing legal cases and precedents, and have an aptitude for legal writing and analysis.
- Advocates of Justice: The LLB program is ideal for students who have a strong sense of justice, are interested in advocating for the rights of others, and wish to make a positive impact on society through the legal profession.
- Future Legal Professionals: The LLB program is designed for students who are committed to a career in the legal field, including areas such as corporate law, criminal law, human rights law, environmental law, and more.
- Career Changers: The LLB program may also be suitable for individuals who wish to change their career path and pursue a legal profession, leveraging their prior experience and skills in a different field.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dual Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme can pursue a wide range of legal career opportunities in the UAE, the Gulf region and international markets, including:
- Corporate Lawyer in regional or multinational law firms.
- Legal Consultant advising government entities and private-sector organisations.
- In-house Legal Counsel within corporations, financial institutions and international companies.
- Government Legal Advisor in ministries, regulatory authorities and public-sector entities.
- Compliance Officer in regulated sectors such as finance, real estate, technology and international trade.
- Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Specialist, including opportunities connected to the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).
- Solicitor in England and Wales through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) pathway, subject to meeting the applicable Solicitors Regulation Authority requirements.
- Barrister in England and Wales, subject to completing the academic and vocational requirements established by the Bar Standards Board.
- Postgraduate Legal Studies in the UAE, the United Kingdom and other international destinations, subject to the admission and recognition requirements of each institution or jurisdiction.
Estimated Salary Range
Estimated Salary Range
- Legal Intern: Paid legal internships in the UAE typically offer approximately AED 2,000–4,000 per month. Some internships may be unpaid, while selected international law firms may offer significantly higher compensation.
- Entry-Level Legal Professional: Legal assistants, paralegals and trainee lawyers may earn approximately AED 5,000–10,000 per month.
- Junior Legal Counsel: Junior legal counsel roles may offer approximately AED 11,000–21,000 per month, depending on experience, professional qualifications, employer and area of specialisation.
- Experienced Legal Professional: Salaries can increase considerably with professional qualification, experience, specialisation and progression into senior legal or partnership roles.
Study Plan
Key:
* UD = University of Dubai, College of Law
** UL = University of London.
Courses with pre-requisites on UAE Law Program
- Legal Foundations and Writing: this course must be completed before taking any other course on the UAE law program.
- Crimes Against Property, Persons and Cybercrime: must first complete Criminal Law (General).
- Sources of Obligations II: must first complete Sources of Obligations I.
- Islamic Family Law II: must first complete Islamic Family Law I.
- Moot: must first complete Civil Procedures and Execution Law.
- Rules of Obligations: must first complete Sources of Obligations I and II.
Courses with pre-requisites on UK Law Program
- Legal Systems & Methods (LSM): this course must be completed before taking any other course on the UK law program.
Year 1: (36 Credit Hours)
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Year 2: (36 Credit Hours)
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Year 3: (30 Credit Hours)
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Year 4: (24 Credit Hours)
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Year 1: (36 Credit Hours)
| Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Equivalent Courses |
| UDLLB 108 | Introduction to Law and Legal Systems | UDLLB 101 Legal Foundations and Writing |
| ENGL 105 | English II | |
| UDLLB100 | Introduction to Islamic Law | |
| GEST 100 | Emirati Studies | |
| GSUS 200 | Sustainability | |
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| Semester 2 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| GIEC 105 | Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Career Exploration | |
| GCRT 200 | Critical and Creative Thinking | |
| UDLLB 110 | Constitutional Law | UDLLB 102 Constitutional Law |
| UDLLB 115 | Public International Law | UDLLB 103 Public International Law |
| UDLLB 120 | UAE Criminal Law (General) | UDLLB 105 UAE Criminal Law |
| UDLLB 125 | Islamic Family Law | UDLLB 404 Islamic Family Law |
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| Summer 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB 130 | UAE Administrative Law | |
| UDLLB 135 | UAE Criminal Law (Specific) | |
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Year 2: (36 Credit Hours)
| Semester 3 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB200 | Sources of Obligations | |
| LA10311 | Legal Systems & Methods I | |
| LA10201 | Public Law I | LA10201 Public Law |
| LA10401 | Contract Law I | |
| LA10101 | Criminal Law I | |
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| Semester 4 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB 205 | Rules of Obligations | |
| LA10312 | Legal Systems & Methods II | |
| LA10202 | Public Law II | |
| LA10402 | Contract Law II | |
| LA10102 | Criminal Law II | |
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Year 3: (30 Credit Hours)
| Semester 5 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB 300 | Commercial Law | |
| UDLLB 305 | UAE Company Law | |
| LA20241 | EU Law I | |
| LA20011 | Tort Law I | |
| LA30031 | Property Law I | |
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| Semester 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB 310 | Employment Law | |
| UDLLB 315 | Legal Research and Writing Skills | |
| LA20242 | EU Law II | |
| LA20012 | Tort Law II | |
| LA30032 | Property Law II | |
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Year 4: (24 Credit Hours)
| Semester 7 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| LA30051 | Jurisprudence and Legal Theory I | |
| LA20021 | Equity & Trusts I | |
| LA32001 | Dissertation I | |
| UDLLB 400 | UAE Property Law | |
| UDLLB 405 | Intellectual Property Law | |
| UDLLB 410 | Private International Law | |
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| Semester 8 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| LA30052 | Jurisprudence and Legal Theory II | |
| LA20022 | Equity & Trusts II | |
| UDLLB 415 | Law of Evidence | |
| UDLLB 420 | Civil Litigation | |
| UDLLB 425 | Criminal Procedure Law | |
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| Accumulated Credits | ||
| LA30052 | Jurisprudence and Legal Theory II | |
| LA20022 | Equity & Trusts II | |
| UDLLB 415 | Law of Evidence | |
| UDLLB 420 | Civil Litigation | |
| UDLLB 425 | Criminal Procedure Law | |
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| Summer 3 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | |
| UDLLB 430 | Internship | |
| LA32002 | Dissertation 2 | |
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