Overview
LL.M. at Bright Vision Law College, Biratnagar
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) at Bright Vision Law College is a two-year, full-time postgraduate program affiliated with Purbanchal University. It combines compulsory courses in legal research and comparative legal systems with a dissertation and one of three specialization areas: Human Rights and Gender Justice, Criminal Law and Justice, or Business and International Trade Law.
Admission is based on an entrance examination and personal interview. The program is offered at Bright Vision Law College in Samjhana Chowk, Biratnagar, Morang, Koshi Province.
Quick Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Master of Laws |
| Course Abbreviation | LL.M. |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Duration | Two years |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Affiliation | Purbanchal University |
| College | Bright Vision Law College |
| Location | Samjhana Chowk, Biratnagar, Morang, Koshi Province |
| Minimum Requirement | 45 percent aggregate |
| Admission Basis | Entrance examination and personal interview |
| Program Capacity | 90 seats |
Program Overview
The LL.M. curriculum combines common postgraduate law courses with specialization-based study. All students complete Legal Research and Comparative Study of Legal System during the first year and a dissertation during the second year.
Students pursue one of the following specialization areas:
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Human Rights and Gender Justice
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Criminal Law and Justice
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Business and International Trade Law
Each specialization has its own first- and second-year subjects. The course structure covers legal research, comparative legal systems, human rights, gender justice, criminal justice, business law, international trade, arbitration, taxation, insurance, and corporate management.
Eligibility and Admission
Eligibility: Completion of an LL.B. or bachelor’s degree in law from a board or university recognized by Purbanchal University.
Minimum Grade Requirement: 45 percent aggregate.
Admission Process: Entrance examination and personal interview.
Program Capacity: 90 seats.
Duration: Two years.
Mode: Full-time.
Affiliation: Purbanchal University.
Compulsory Courses
The compulsory component applies across all three specialization areas.
First Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 501 | Legal Research | 100 |
| 502 | Comparative Study of Legal System | 100 |
Second Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 608 | Dissertation | 100 |
Legal Research introduces structured approaches to legal inquiry and academic analysis. Comparative Study of Legal System examines legal systems through comparative study. The second-year dissertation requires independent research and organized legal writing.
Human Rights and Gender Justice
This specialization covers gender justice, access to justice, civil and political rights, social and cultural rights, feminist jurisprudence, and women’s human rights.
First Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 503 | Nepalese Law on Gender and Accessibility to Justice | 100 |
| 504 | Civil, Political, Economical, Social Cultural Rights & Mechanisms | 100 |
Second Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 605 | Feminist Jurisprudence | 100 |
| 606 | Women’s Human Rights | 100 |
| 607 | Economic, Social and Cultural Rights | 100 |
The specialization connects Nepalese legal study with human rights mechanisms and gender-related legal issues. Its subjects address access to justice, categories of human rights, feminist legal thought, and the legal position of women.
Criminal Law and Justice
This specialization covers criminal-law materials, forensic jurisprudence, juvenile justice, criminology, fair-trial principles, international human rights, and white-collar crime.
First Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 521 | Criminal Law Cases and Materials | 100 |
| 522 | Forensic Jurisprudence | 50 |
| 523 | Juvenile Justice (Children in Conflict with Law) | 50 |
Second Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 624 | Criminology and Penology | 100 |
| 625 | Fair Trial / International Human Rights | 100 |
| 626 | White Collar Crime | 100 |
The first-year subjects focus on criminal-law cases, forensic issues, and children in conflict with law. The second year covers theories of crime and punishment, fair-trial standards, human rights, and financial or occupational forms of crime.
Business and International Trade Law
This specialization covers contract law, intellectual property, banking, corporate management, international trade, arbitration, taxation, and insurance.
First Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 511 | Contract Law | 100 |
| 512 | Law of Intellectual Property | 100 |
Second Year
| Code | Course | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 613 | Banking Law | 50 |
| 614 | Laws on Corporate Management | 100 |
| 615 | International Trade and Arbitration | 50 |
| 616 | Taxation (Income Tax and VAT) | 50 |
| 617 | Insurance | 50 |
The specialization addresses legal matters connected with agreements, intellectual property, financial institutions, corporate administration, trade transactions, dispute resolution, taxation, and insurance.
Research and Dissertation
Research is a compulsory part of the LL.M. curriculum. Students complete Legal Research in the first year and a dissertation carrying 100 marks in the second year.
The research component requires students to examine legal questions, work with relevant legal materials, organize arguments, and present findings through formal academic writing. Comparative Study of Legal System adds a comparative dimension to the common curriculum.
Academic and Professional Relevance
The curriculum relates to academic and professional work in areas such as:
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Legal research and teaching
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Arbitration and dispute resolution
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Corporate legal advice
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Policy analysis and legal drafting
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Human rights work
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Criminal-justice research
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Judicial and administrative legal services
The relevance of each pathway depends on the chosen specialization, professional qualifications, experience, recruitment requirements, and applicable legal conditions.
College and Contact Details
College: Bright Vision Law College
Location: Samjhana Chowk, Biratnagar, Morang, Koshi Province, Nepal
Affiliation: Purbanchal University
Phone: 021-503051, 021-503404, 9715503051
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of LL.M.?
LL.M. stands for Master of Laws.
How long is the LL.M. program at Bright Vision Law College?
The program runs for two years in full-time mode.
Who can apply for the LL.M. program?
Applicants must have completed an LL.B. or bachelor’s degree in law from a board or university recognized by Purbanchal University. The minimum requirement is 45 percent aggregate.
How are students selected for admission?
Admission is based on an entrance examination and personal interview.
How many seats are available?
The stated program capacity is 90 seats.
Which LL.M. specializations are available?
Students can study Human Rights and Gender Justice, Criminal Law and Justice, or Business and International Trade Law.
Are there common courses for all specializations?
Yes. Legal Research and Comparative Study of Legal System are compulsory first-year courses for all specializations.
Is a dissertation compulsory?
Yes. The dissertation is a compulsory second-year course carrying 100 marks.
Which subjects are included in the Human Rights and Gender Justice specialization?
The subjects cover Nepalese law on gender and access to justice, civil and political rights, feminist jurisprudence, women’s human rights, and economic, social, and cultural rights.
What does the Business and International Trade Law specialization cover?
It covers contract law, intellectual property, banking law, corporate management, international trade and arbitration, taxation, and insurance.
