The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (BALLB) at Model College of Law, Janakpur, is a five-year integrated undergraduate program affiliated with Purbanchal University. It combines law with subjects from the humanities and social sciences before moving into advanced legal study, clinical education, elective groups, advocacy, and research.
The program uses English as its primary medium of instruction and includes classroom learning, case studies, moot courts, legal drafting, client counselling, community outreach, internships, and a dissertation. The college has 60 seats for the program.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws |
| Common Name | BALLB / B.A. LL.B. |
| College | Model College of Law |
| Location | Janakpur, Dhanusha, Madhesh Province |
| Affiliation | Purbanchal University |
| Faculty | Faculty of Law |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Duration | Five years |
| Seats | 60 |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Entry Qualification | +2 or equivalent in any stream |
| Entrance | Purbanchal University entrance examination |
The BALLB program combines legal education with subjects such as political thought, economics, history, sociology, international relations, and language. This interdisciplinary structure helps students study law alongside the social, political, and economic settings in which legal rules operate.
The early years introduce general legal principles, legal reasoning, legislative processes, criminal law, procedural law, and the sociology of law. Later years cover constitutional law, international law, evidence, legal research, professional ethics, jurisprudence, company law, administrative law, advocacy, and specialized legal fields.
Clinical courses run across different stages of the program. Students take part in legal writing, community advocacy, institutional visits, case analysis, moot courts, mock trials, client counselling, and other practical exercises.
Applicants must have completed +2, A Levels, Intermediate, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board in any stream.
The minimum academic requirement is:
A minimum GPA of 2.0, or
A minimum C grade in every subject
There is no stated age limit for applying to the BALLB program.
Admission requires applicants to sit for the entrance examination conducted by Purbanchal University.
Selection considers the applicant’s previous academic performance and entrance examination score. Applicants are enrolled according to merit and are required to participate in the orientation class.
Students must maintain at least 80 percent attendance in the theory and practical classes of each subject.
The BALLB program is completed over five academic years. Its structure progresses from foundational humanities and introductory law subjects to advanced legal study, clinical education, optional subject groups, trial advocacy, professional development, and dissertation work.
The first three years provide a common academic foundation. During the fourth and fifth years, students select an optional subject group from the following areas:
Criminal Law
Business Law
Constitutional Law
Environment and Development Law
The first year introduces social sciences, legal concepts, logic, and clinical work.
Political Theory Thoughts
Economics
History of Nepal
Sociology
General Principles of Law
General Concept of Law
Theories of Logic and Legal Reasoning
Clinical Works
The second year covers legal language, international relations, law-making, procedure, sociology of law, criminal law, and practical study.
Legal English
Legal Nepali
International Relations and Diplomacy
Legislative Principles and Law Making Process
Principles and Rules of Procedural Law
Sociology of Law
Criminal Law
Clinical Course: Visits of Jails and Preparation of the Report on Sentencing System and Reforms
The third year moves into public law, international law, evidence, research, professional ethics, and community-based clinical education.
International Human Rights Law
Principles of Interpretation
Law of Evidence
Public International Law
Constitutional Law and Constitutionalism
Legal Research
Professional Ethics
Clinical Legal Education: Effective Legal Writing Civil Case
Clinical Work: Advocacy Service to Community
The fourth year includes jurisprudence, private and public law subjects, clinical legal writing, international dispute settlement, and an optional specialization group.
Core subjects include:
Clinical Education: Community Outreach and Rural Law Advocacy Service
Advanced Jurisprudence
Contract Law
Company Law
Administrative Law
Clinical Legal Education: Effective Legal Writing Criminal Case
Settlement of International Disputes
Forensic Science and Medical Jurisprudence
Criminology and Penology
Banking and Insurance Law
International Trade Law
Law on Good Governance
Electoral Law
Environment Law
Water and River Law
The final year includes legal philosophy, employment-related law, international legal subjects, advocacy, professional development, a dissertation, and an advanced optional group.
Core subjects include:
Legal Philosophy
Agrarian Law
Labor Law
International Humanitarian Law and Conflict Resolution
Conservation Law
Private International Law
Pre-Trial Presentation, Trial Advocacy and Appellate Advocacy
Clinical Education Course: Legal Professionalism Development
Dissertation
Law against Organized Crime
Fiscal Crime Law
Intellectual Property
Taxation Law
Law of Equity, Torts and Consumer Protection
Law on Gender and Disadvantaged Sections of Population
Energy Law
Civil Aviation and Tourism Law
Practical work is included throughout the program rather than being limited to the final year. Students study legal problems through case-based exercises and participate in activities that require research, writing, discussion, and presentation.
The learning activities include:
Moot courts and mock trials
Case studies
Client counselling
Civil and criminal legal writing
Trial and appellate advocacy
Legal research
Legal aid activities
Community advocacy
Visits to courts, prisons, and enterprises
Group discussions and role-playing exercises
Term papers and formal presentations
Seminars and workshops
Internships may take place with law firms, courts, government bodies, non-governmental organizations, or corporate organizations. These placements allow students to observe professional settings and connect their academic work with legal practice.
The program is conducted within the academic setting of Model College of Law in Janakpur. The college uses digital classrooms and provides access to a library and computer laboratory for reading, research, document preparation, and presentations.
Teaching includes lectures, seminars, group discussions, practical assignments, presentations, and academic guidance from faculty members. Career counselling, research activities, legal awareness programs, and community outreach also form part of the wider student experience.
The curriculum and clinical activities support the development of:
Legal reading and interpretation
Analytical and logical reasoning
Legal research
Civil and criminal legal writing
Case analysis
Oral presentation
Advocacy and argument preparation
Client communication
Academic writing
Community engagement
Professional ethics
Independent study
The level of skill developed depends on the student’s participation, academic performance, practical involvement, and continued professional learning.
BALLB graduates may consider work or further preparation in settings connected with law firms, courts, government bodies, non-governmental organizations, corporate organizations, legal research, community advocacy, and related academic fields.
Career direction depends on academic results, practical ability, experience, professional requirements, and available opportunities. The degree itself does not guarantee employment or entry into a particular legal role.
The program may suit students who are interested in law, social issues, constitutional questions, public institutions, research, writing, discussion, and structured argument.
Applicants should consider whether they are prepared for:
Five years of undergraduate study
Regular reading and written assignments
English-medium instruction
Entrance examination preparation
Practical and clinical activities
Moot courts and presentations
Community-based academic work
At least 80 percent class attendance
Research and dissertation requirements
BALLB stands for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws.
The program is completed over five academic years.
The BALLB program at Model College of Law is affiliated with Purbanchal University under its Faculty of Law.
Applicants who have completed +2 or an equivalent qualification in any stream with a minimum 2.0 GPA or a minimum C grade in every subject may apply.
Yes. Applicants must sit for the entrance examination conducted by Purbanchal University.
Selection is based on previous academic performance, entrance examination results, and merit.
Model College of Law has 60 seats for the program.
English is the primary medium of instruction.
Yes. It includes clinical courses, moot courts, mock trials, legal writing, client counselling, research, advocacy, community outreach, institutional visits, and internships.
Yes. Students may select from Criminal Law, Business Law, Constitutional Law, or Environment and Development Law groups during the fourth and fifth years.
