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Programme Handbook
2022
603-2716 2000
www.help.edu.my
The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the students
and HELP. The university reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time. The
university reserves the right to make changes of an editorial nature to correct or amend the text of this
program handbook.
The conditions outlined in this Program Handbook refers to the HELP University’s own programs unless
otherwise mentioned. All programs conducted by HELP University with its partners shall be subjected to
the terms and conditions stated by the partners. In the absence of certain terms and conditions by the
partners, HELP University’s terms and conditions shall prevail.
Contents
7.1 Welcome Note from the Dean, Faculty of Law & Government ....................................................... 3
7.2 Introduction to the Department of Law ......................................................................................... 5
7.3 HELP Bachelor of Laws (HELP LL.B) ................................................................................................ 6
7.4 Examination & Evaluation........................................................................................................... 9
7.4.1 Mitigating Factors in Performance and/or Factors Preventing Commencement or
Completion of Examination………………………………………………………………………………………………10
7.4.2 Withdrawal and Deferment ………………………………………………………………………………………….10
7.4.3 Re-sits……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
7.4.4 Materials allowed in the Examination........................................................................................11
7.4.5 Disclosure of Marks ...................................................................................................................11
7.4.6 Plagiarism ....................................................................................................................... 11
7.4.7 Coursework Regulations .......................................................................................................11
7.4.8 Academic Misconduct..................................................................................................................... 11
7.4.9 Appeal Procedure and Powers of the Academic Appeals Committee.........................................12
7.5 Attendance Requirement ............................................................................................................ 12
7.6 Consultation Hours ..................................................................................................................... 12
7.7 Staff Student Meetings ............................................................................................................... 12
7.8 List of Subjects Offered ............................................................................................................... 13
7.9 Subject Description ..................................................................................................................... 15
8.0 Awards ...................................................................................................................................... 49
8.1 Extra-Curricular Activities ........................................................................................................... 71
8.2 Staff List ..................................................................................................................................... 71
8.3 Visiting Professor and Lecturers .................................................................................................. 72
8.4 Visiting Fellows .......................................................................................................................... 73
7.1 Welcome Note from the Dean, Faculty of Law & Government
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Faculty of Law and Government, HELP University. Allow
me to introduce you to the philosophy practiced by the Faculty.
HELP University has been enjoying the privilege of being one of the first private universities to
introduce the UK Degree Transfer Programme (Law), which has been recognised by some very
prestigious and reputable universities in the UK. To date, we have as our affiliates Cardiff University;
University of the West of England, Bristol; Aberystwyth University; University of Liverpool,
University of Manchester, University of Sheffield, Northumbria University, University of
Hertfordshire, University of Leeds and the School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS). The
programme has also received its full accreditation status from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
(MQA).
2009 saw the Department expanding by introducing its Bachelor of Laws degree (the HELP LLB).
This three year law degree will enable students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills together
with the understanding of the fundamentals of the law that would enable them to join legal
practice or any organisation as employable graduates. For those wanting to go into the corporate
world, a first degree in law coupled with a post-graduate, inter alia, MBA, Master of Science in
Economic CrimeManagement, Master in Entrepreneurship, Master in Counselling or a Master in
Human Resource Management will place them in good stead. The HELP LLB was given full
accreditation in 2012 and recognized by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board (LPQB) in June 2019
for the purposes of the graduates pursuing the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP).
The Faculty assures you of quality teaching as we have on board our teaching faculty experienced
and qualified lecturers, some of whom were former practitioners who have turned to full time
academia. A holistic approach is adopted at the Faculty in that emphasis is placed on the wholesome
development of the individual. Blended learning, peer teaching, problem based learning (PBL) and case
study analysis are adopted as part of our teaching & learning pedagogy to encourage students to
analyse, develop critical thinking and more importantly to have a growth mindset. Our commitment
in inculcating transferable skills is high on our list of priorities, as we verily believe that upon
graduation one must be employable and thus one must be equipped with the right skills and training
to face the variouschallenges as a graduate. Our commitment in doing so is evident not only with
the implementation of the study of Legal Skills and Legal Practice, both of which are taught by
practitioners; but also with the Professional Development Course. The Professional Development
Course will expose students not only to legal issues which are current but also to other areas such as
the fundamentals of Accounting for lawyers and Emotional Quotient (EQ) at the workplace.
We believe that whilst the academic staff develops their research and publication skills through their
contribution to our own refereed journal, the HELP Law Review, the students must also be exposed
to the importance of research and publications and thus in 2008 the students published the
inaugural HELP Student Law Journal. The articles in this journal are written and fully edited by the
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students and it is our hope that through this endeavour and with some guidance from the teaching
faculty they will certainly improve their research and writing skills.
Apart from the conducive academic environment, the Department is extremely supportive of extra-
curricular activities. We encourage the students to participate and organise activities, such as
debates, charity drives and other exciting endeavours. Thus, at HELP you will gain a holistic
education.
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on your decision to join HELP University
and sincerely hope that your time with us will be an interesting learning experience.
Should you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the administrators of the
Department.
Best wishes,
Vasantha Punniamoorthy
Dean
vasanp@help.edu.my
www.help.edu.my
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7.2 Introduction to the Department of Law
The Department of Law takes great pride in its role as one of the leading providers of private legal
education in Malaysia. The development of the Department has been guided by a firm commitment
to academic and student welfare.
Founded in 1986, it is one of the country’s first private law schools and originally catered for external
students pursuing the University of London LLB program. In 1987, the Department launched the
collaborative LLB program with the University of Glamorgan (formerly known as the Polytechnic of
Wales).
Since 1987, the Department has built up its expertise and has continued to pioneer developments.
Today, the Department consists of a dedicated team of lecturers and administrators with more than
300 students registered on the UK Degree Transfer Program offered by the Department. Many of
these students have distinguished themselves and done credit to the Department through their
academic accomplishments. HELP law students have consistently achieved prize-winning
performances, such as the Leo Abse & Cohen Prize (for best first year student) and the Sweet &
Maxwell Prize (for best final year student) for three consecutive years. Other awards include the
Lord Templeman Scholarships, the Levi Award, the LexisNexis Award and the Book Prizes and
internships by law firms in Malaysia.
The Department has also been actively involved in organising various seminars, conferences and
public lectures, which have attracted high profile participation by leading academics, law
practitioners and the Malaysian judiciary.
The close rapport enjoyed by all members is another hallmark of the Department. This rapport
encourages a congenial and responsive environment, within which an intellectually exacting and
well-rounded legal education can be achieved.
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7.3 HELP Bachelor of Laws (HELP LL.B)
The Mission of HELP University is to help everyone succeed in life and live a life of significance
through education.
The Programme Learning Objectives (PEO) were amended in 2019 in the manner stated below and
has remained the same to date:
The objectives of the Bachelor of Laws Programme are to produce law graduates:
• Produce law graduates with knowledge of substantive and procedural law (LO1) with aptitude
for legal analysis and problem solving. (LO2)
• Competent in the provision of professional skills (LO3) to the legal fraternity and public
through effective communication (LO4)
• Lead and engage in teams (LO6) while providing services responsibly through the use of a
broad range of available technology and data (LO5) in the field of legal studies and careers
• Integrate and practice ethical and professional values (LO8) and consciously keep pace with
and advance in their legal careers (LO7)
The Mission of HELP University is to help everyone succeed in life and live a life of significance
through education.
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Department’s Vision Statement
Department of Law as a part of the Faculty of Law and Government, aims to be the leading law
school in the country with international repute by contributing to the nation through teaching
at its highest level and promoting the pursuit of scholarship and research by fostering lifelong
learning.
In pursuit of its vision, the Law Department has the following missions:
1. To deliver excellent research-led teaching and promote learning in an innovative
learning environment;
2. To conduct and publish research of international repute;
3. To improve programmes, curriculum design and learning methods by drawing on the lessons
of innovative research and practice;
4. To produce employable law graduates with academic excellence and who are exposed
andequipped with lawyering skills suited for legal practice in the current era of IR 4.0 and
non- legal organisations;
5. To recruit and develop high quality staff who align to and nurture the Department's vision
and mission.
The Department of Law’s objective is to ensure that we have an excellent and committed
teachingfaculty who are involved in research and publications as well. Through their research
input and through innovative teaching and learning pedagogies, our objective is to ensure that
students who come to us are trained to think, speak confidently, analyse and research
independently, have good writing & communication skills, have been exposed to the
fundamentals of lawyering skills and areemployable graduates, be it in legal practice or in any
other organisation.
To ensure that we are able to meet our Vision and Mission statements, the Department of Law’s
objective is to work closely with the respective stakeholders and to ensure that our teaching
and learning pedagogies engaged is current.
The Course
The HELP LL.B enables students to pursue a prestigious law course at HELP University. This
programme is designed and conducted in a manner corresponding with that of recognised law
degrees, both locally and as in the UK. Upon successful completion of the program, students
may pursue their Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP, if they meet the entry requirements), post
graduate degree or work in the corporate sector as an in house legal adviser, amongst other
options.
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Duration & Intakes
There are three intakes for the first year, namely January, May and August.
Entry Requirements
MUET band 4
AND
A pass in STPM, with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any TWO (2) subjects; or any
equivalent qualification;
OR
A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid
(good);
OR
Any qualifications equivalent to Diploma (Level 4, MQF); or any equivalent
qualification;
OR
Matriculation/Foundation qualification with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0; or
any equivalent qualification.
International students are required to have a score of 600 for Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) OR 100 for online TOEFL test OR a score of 6.0 for International English
Language Testing System (IELTS) OR its equivalent.
The following course fees are payable to HELP University Sdn Bhd:
Course Fee
Two (2) Long semesters Two (2) Long semesters Two (2) Long semesters
Tuition fee RM8000 Tuition fee RM8000 Tuition fee RM8000
Resource fee RM500 Resource fee RM500 Resource fee RM500
(each semester) (each semester) (each semester)
Total – RM 17,000 RM8500 RM8500
One (1) Short semester One (1) Short semester One (1) Short semester
Tuition fee RM2000 Tuition fee RM2000 Tuition fee RM2000
Resource fee RM500 Resource fee RM500 Resource fee RM500
Two (2) MPU subjects RM3600 One (1) MPU subjects RM1800 Two (2) MPU subjects RM2300
Total - RM6100 RM4300 RM4800
TOTAL Year 1 fees : RM23100 TOTAL Year 2 fees : RM21300 TOTAL Year 3 fees : RM21800
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7.4 Examination & Evaluation
General
Students must first complete the examination diet of each year before being allowed to proceed
to the next year and the next examination diet.
The pass mark for every module is based on the cumulative marks of all assessment components,
without having to pass any particular assessment component. However, students are advised to
sit for all components of the assessments to enable them to score their best.
Every candidate enrolled/registered in the HELP LLB shall complete the programme within six (6)
academic years from the start of the course, with exceptions in relation to deferments which have
been allowed in writing and subject to the rules and regulations of professional bodies.
Method of Assessment
There are three stages of academic assessments for each semester except for Legal Skills and Legal
Practice subjects.
Honours
A student with a classification GPA of 2.50 and above may graduate with an honours award upon the
successful completion of a course.
Classification of Honours
The degree awarded to a student shall be based on the Classification GPA achieved as follows by
taking into consideration the GPA of all substantive law papers in the second and third year of the
degree:
Re-sits will be conducted in the following semesters when the modules are next offered.
The Examination Board may take into account evidence of illness or other mitigating factors,
which may have significantly impaired a candidate’s examination performance or may have
prevented the candidate from commencing or completing the examination. Any such
evidence must be submitted in writing together with supporting documents to the Dean of
the Faculty (who is the chair of the Examination Board) 3 days before or within 3 days after
the particular examination. The Examination Board will only accept medical certificates
obtained from government or private hospitals. Medical certificates from private clinics will
not be accepted. The medical certificate and the doctor’s report must be submitted together
with a HELP University form duly filled in by both the candidate and the doctor.
Any candidate may withdraw from the course through a unilateral action. However, for a
deferment, a formal written application must be made to the Head of Departmentand
subject to approval.
A candidate will only be allowed to defer her/his course for a period of one academic year
and this academic year shall immediately follow the deferred year.
A candidate will only be allowed to defer her/his examination once, providing that she/he
has made a formal request in writing to the Head of Department stating her/his reason for
the request. This request must be submitted, and an approval given, before the given
examination.
7.4.3 Re-sits
A candidate who fails in a course may, at the discretion of the Examination Board, re-sit the
course up to two further attempts to redeem her/his failure in each such course. The
candidate must register for the immediate next re-sit examination offered at the
Department of Law unless advised otherwise by the Examination Board. The candidate
shall be eligible only for the grade of a minimum pass in each such course irrespective of
her/his actual level of performance. The pass is computed based purely on examination in
total, in that coursework and other continuous assessment marks will not be taken into
account.
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There shall not be any opportunity to re-sit/re-do failed coursework. Neither shall there be
an opportunity to submit coursework, which was not submitted on time. Application for the
extension of time for coursework is dealt with under Coursework Regulations issued to the
students in the semester.
Candidates are advised to refer to the notices posted on the Learning Management System
and/or to the notice board for details on materials allowed in the examination.
Marks awarded in the examination and coursework assignment are not final until considered
and confirmed first by the Examination Board and then by the Senate of HELP University.
7.4.6 Plagiarism
Failure to submit an assignment by the established deadline, without good cause, will result
in an ‘F’ grade as well (refer to Eligibility for Examination).
Cheating or securing an unfair advantage during examinations and plagiarism are taken very
seriously. The Examination Board may impose any penalty it deems fit. Penalties that may
be imposed include:
Students are advised to refer to the University Handbook for the details.
Any candidate who has been found guilty of academic misconduct may appeal against a
decision of the Examination Board. An appeal shall lie to the Academic Appeals Committee
which shall consist of the Dean of the Faculty, the Registrar, two Senior Lecturers and the
Manager/Coordinator of the Department of Law.
The candidate shall be given an opportunity to appear before and be heard by the
Academic Appeals Committee.
The Academic Appeals Committee shall not have the power to vary an approved scheme
as contained in this document or to override the prescribed authority of an external
examiner.
All international students are strictly required to fulfil a minimum of 80% attendance in
the programme registered. This is a requirement imposed by the local authorities.
Failure to adhere to this may result in not being able to renew the visa (which is on an
annual basis) or having the visa cancelled.
Students who wish to consult any of the lecturers on the subjects that are being taught should
request for a consultation from the respective lecturers concerned prior to the consultation itself.
This is a forum for students from the various programs conducted by the Department of Law to
meet with the Dean and/or the administrators of the Department to voice their constructive
feedback in relation to the administration, facilities, resources and the academic performance of the
lecturersand/or tutors.
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7.8 List of Subjects Offered
The following subjects are offered:
YEAR 1
LLB101A Malaysian Legal System (A) LLB101B Malaysian Legal System (B)
LLB102A Law of Contract (A) LLB102B Law of Contract (B)
LLB103A Constitutional Law (A) LLB103B Constitutional Law(B)
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
LLB301A Law of Equity and Trust (A) LLB301B Law of Equity and Trust (B)
ELECTIVES
LLB407 Copyright Law and Related Area LLB408 Patent and Trademark Law
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PROGRAMME EDUCATION OBJECTIVE (PEO)
Produce law graduates with knowledge of substantive and procedural law with aptitude for
legal analysis and competent in lawyering skills.
Competent in communication and collaborate effectively with the legal fraternity, other
professionals and public.
Lead and engage responsibly in teams through the use of a broad range of available technology
and data in the field of legal studies and careers.
Integrate and practice ethical and professional values and consciously innovate by utilising
lifelong skills.
PLO 7 Use and combine numerical as well as graphics in legal study and work.
Practice professionalism, ethics and morality in line with the code of conduct
PLO 11
of the legal profession.
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7.9 Subject Description
The course deals with an overview of the central institutions and processes
Synopsis of the Malaysian legal system and its role in achieving access to justice. It
introduces students to techniques of legal reasoning and interpretation.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the sources, structure and operation of the central institutions and processes
CLO1
of the Malaysian legal system.
CLO2 Analyse the components of the legal system in achieving access to justice.
Judiciary
Legal Profession
Judicial and Legal Service
Legal Aid
ADR
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Name of Subject Malaysian Legal System B
The course deals with an overview of the central institutions and processes
of the Syariah system within the Malaysian legal system and its role in
Synopsis
achieving access to justice. It introduces students to the extent of
application of Syariah principles within a secular legal system.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the fundamental legal principles, concepts, and theories and authoritative
CLO1
sources of law in Shari’ah Law
Formulate resolutions arising from application of Syariah principles and conflicts with
CLO3
the secular system.
Jurisdictional Conflicts
Administration of Syariah Court and the Role of Syariah Judges
The Syarie Lawyer
Institution of Fatwa
Islamic Family Law
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Name of Subject Law of Contract A
The course focuses on Malaysian contract law. This syllabus covers the
basic and fundamental elements required to form a valid and binding
Synopsis contract and how terms, express or implied which may be unfair to
contractors are dealt with. In reading this area of the law, students are
required to analyse statutory provisions and case law.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO): At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Analyse and apply suitable theories, cases and statutory provisions to solve
CLO2
contractual problems.
Capacity to contract
Privity of contract
Terms
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Name of Subject Law of Contract B
The course focuses on Malaysian contract law. This syllabus covers how
parties may avoid a contract or discharge themselves from a contract and
Synopsis the remedies which are available to the parties when a breach occurs. In
reading this area of the law, students are required to analyse statutory
provisions and case law.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Analyse and apply suitable theories, cases and statutory provisions to solve
CLO2
contractual issues.
Misrepresentation
Fraud
Mistake
Coercion
Undue influence
Illegality
Discharge of contract
Remedies
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Name of Subject Constitutional Law A
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Rule of Law
Separation of Powers
Federalism in Malaysia
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Name of Subject Constitutional Law B
In this module, the students will be introduced to the Judicial arm. They will
also be introduced to the different methods of constitutional amendment
as well as selected fundamental liberties which are found in the Federal
Synopsis
Constitution. Finally, the students will be introduced to preventive and
emergency powers in the Federal Constitution and the effect these powers
have on the state.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO): At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Right to Equality
Speech, Assembly and Association
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Name of Subject Criminal Law A
Synopsis This subject is on Criminal Law and encompasses the law which is
applicable to a range of offences and defences.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
CLO1 Analyse the requirements for the offences against person and/or defences..
Apply the law in relation to the offences against person and/or selected defences to
CLO2
solve hypothetical factual situations.
Discuss the underlying principles of the offences against person and/or selected
CLO3
defences.
Sexual Offences
Non-fatal Offences
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Name of Subject Criminal Law B
Synopsis This subject is on criminal law and encompasses the law which is applicable
to a range of offences and defences.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
CLO1 Analyse the requirements for the offences and defences in the syllabus.
Apply the requirements for selected offences and defences to solve hypothetical factual
CLO2
situations.
CLO3 Discuss the underlying principles of the selected offences and/or defences.
Defences
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Name of Subject Legal Skills A
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Interpret statutes, case law and legal maxim through the use of technological
CLO2
aids.
Negotiations
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Bachelor of Laws (Year 2)
Synopsis This subject is on tort law, which is a branch of civil law, and encompasses
the law which is applicable to a range of civil claims.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Analyse the requirements and the legal principles in the actions and defences
CLO1
in tort law.
CLO2 Apply the law to solve hypothetical factual situations in the law of tort.
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Name of Subject Law Tort B
Synopsis This subject is on tort law, which is a branch of civil law, and encompasses
the law which is applicable to a range of civil claims.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
CLO2 Apply the law to solve complex hypothetical factual situations in writing.
Occupier’s Liability
Defamation
Nuisance
Employer’s Liability
Economic Tort
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Name of Subject Malaysian Land Law A
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Registration of Dealings
Indefesability of Title or Interest
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Name of Subject Malaysian Land Law B
Malaysian Land law is offered as a second year subject. In this module, the
students will be taught the basic principles relating to land transactions
Synopsis
relating to sale and purchase and security transactions. These areas
includes caveats, charges and leases
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Statutory Lien
Restraint of Dealings
Security Transactions
Land Acquisation
Land Reservation
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Name of Subject Family Law
Synopsis This subject encompasses the basic concepts and laws in relation to Family
Law in Malaysia.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
CLO1 Evaluate the principles and laws pertaining to various issues in Family Law.
Discuss verbally and/or in writing the principles underlying Family Law and/or its
CLO3
contemporary issues.
Dissolution of a Marriage
Issues pertaining to children
Contemporary issues in Family Law
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Name of Subject Public International Law
The course deals with the legal relations between states and international
Synopsis organisations, and with the obligations of states in relation to rights of
individuals and other states.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
International Disputes
Law of Treaties
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Name of Subject Legal Skills B
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Produce research for litigious matters through the use of technological aids.
CLO2
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Bachelor of Laws (Year 3)
Synopsis This subject introduces students to the jurisdiction and principles of equity.
In this course, the law of trusts will be examined in depth.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Analyse the fundamental legal principles and doctrines pertaining to the rules of
CLO1
equity and the law of trust.
Apply the legal principles relating to the rule of equity and the law of trust in a
CLO2
hypothetical fact situation.
Formulate in a group solution to legal problems relating to the rule of equity and the
CLO3
law of trust.
Charitable Trust
Secret Trust
Implies Trust
Appointment, Retirement and Dismissal of Trustee
Powers and Duties of Trustee
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Name of Subject Law of Equity and Trust B
Synopsis This subject introduces students to the jurisdiction and principles of equity.
In this course, the law of trusts will be examined in depth.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Evaluate the legal principles and doctrines relating to trust relationships and
CLO1
remedies.
Apply the legal principles to solve problems relating to trust relationships and
CLO2
remedies.
Introduction
Application of Equitable Principle in Malaysia
Injunction
Specific Performance
Equitable assignment
Rescission
Rectification
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Name of Subject Corporate Law
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Elucidate the main concepts, case law and statutory provisions relating to corporate
CLO1
law.
Articles of Association
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Name of Subject Probate Law
Synopsis This subject encompasses the basic principles and procedure relating to the
Law of Probate.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Introduction to Probate
Types of estates & representatives
Testacy - Wills
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Name of Subject Law of Evidence
The law of evidence determines how litigants are to convince the court of
the existence of those facts, which according to the provisions of
Synopsis
substantive law would establish the existence of the rights or liabilities that
the parties allege to exist.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO): At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Integrate the purpose of evidence and the various modes of evidence in proving a
CLO1
case.
Evaluate and apply the law governing the admissibility of evidence in criminal
CLO2
and civil trials.
Burden of proof
Relevancy
Hearsay
Character evidence
Opinion evidence
Judicial notice
Documentary Evidence
Examination of Witnesses
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Name of Subject Legal Practice A
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Legal Opinion
Presentation Skills
Civil Litigation
Advocacy
Legal Drafting (Statement of Claim)
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Name of Subject Legal Practice (B)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Produce solutions to advise parties in criminal cases from statutes and the rules of
CLO1
court.
Criminal Litigation
Drafting Of Charges
Drafting of Settlement Agreements
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Bachelor of Laws (Electives)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of the main concepts, case law and statutory provisions
CLO1
relating to commercial law
CLO3 Propose ethical solutions in resolving legal problems arising in a commercial setting
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Name of Subject Administrative Law
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
To apply the basic principles of administrative law which are applicable toMalaysia.
CLO1
Locus Standi
Exclusion of Judicial Review
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Name of Subject Jurisprudence and Legal Theory
This module introduces the students to the various legal theories which
explain and relate to the legal system, the constitution and the concept of
Synopsis
democracy. The legal theories which are covered include amongst other
the theories of Natural Law, Positivism, Law and Morality.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Positivism: Bentham
Austin's Command Theory
Criticism of Austin's Theory by Hart
Hart's Rules
Kelsen's Pure Theory
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Name of Subject Company Law
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Elucidate the main concepts, case law and statutory provisions relating to company
CLO1
law.
Evaluate and apply suitable legal principles to recommend reforms or solve legal
CLO2
problems concerning corporate issues.
Share Capital - Issuance, Payment, Transfer, Reduction of capital, Variation of Class Right
Loan Capital
Corporate Management, Directors and their duties
Shareholder Protection
Insolvency and Winding up
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Name of Subject Fundamentals of Employment Law
The course deals with the relationship between the employer and the
Synopsis employee, and the protection of the rights and interests of the employee
and employer under both statutory and common law.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
CLO2 Evaluate the extent of legal protection accorded to employees in critical situations.
An employer-employee relationship
Terms of a contract of employment
Termination of a contract of employment
Dismissal
Redundancy and layoff
Emerging issues in employment law
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Name of Subject Related Areas in Employment Law
The course deals with areas of employment law that go beyond the
Synopsis employer-employee relationship and includes areas that are peripheral to
that relationship.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the nature and establishment of the relationship between employer and
CLO1
employee.
Evaluate the extent the law affords protection for sexual harassment, whistleblowing
CLO2
and migrant workers.
Formulate in a group responses to disputes and weakness arising from the areas in this
CLO3
course.
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Name of Subject Copyright Law and Related Rights
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the nature of the legal protection regime of the various branches of
CLO1
intellectual property.
Evaluate the ethical and legal responses to the critical issues arising from the legal
CLO2
framework and new technologies.
Copyright Law
Other rights - industrial design, passing off, breach of confidence
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Name of Subject Patent and Trademark Law
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the nature of the legal protection regime of the various branches of
CLO1
intellectual property.
Evaluate the ethical and legal responses to the critical issues arising from the legal
CLO2
framework and new technologies.
Patents Law
Trademark Law
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Name of Subject ICT and E-commerce Law
The course deals with the legal and ethical issues arising from the
intersection of the law with information and communication technology
Synopsis
and commerce. The course focuses on how the regulatory framework that
governs information technology responds to these issues.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Explain the nature of the Internet and ICT and the legal and ethical issues arising
CLO1
thereof.
CLO2 Evaluate the legal responses to the legal and ethical issues arising from the use of ICT.
Online media
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Name of Subject Data Governance Law
The course deals with the legal and ethical issues arising from the use of
Synopsis data and technology in the commission of crime and abuse of information
and information networks.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
Apply the nature of the Internet and ICT and the legal and ethical issues arising
CLO1
thereof.
Evaluate the legal responses to the legal and ethical issues arising from the abuse of
CLO2
information, networks and technology.
Surveillance
Big data and data analytics
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Name of Subject International Trade Law
Subject Code LLB411
Synopsis This course examines the impact of international treaties, customs and
conventions on enterprises that conduct international trade.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) : At the end of the course the students will be able to:
The INCOTERMS
Carriage of Goods
Insurance
International Commercial Dispute Resolution
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8.0 Awards
HELP Awards
University of Glamorgan Leo Abse and Cohen Prize for Best First Year Student
1992 Willie Ng Kok Wee
University of Glamorgan Leo Abse and Cohen Prize for Be s t First Year
Student
1994
Cheryl Kwan Chui Yi
University of Glamorgan Leo Abse and Cohen Prize for B e s t First Year
Student
1995
Loh May Ann
University of Glamorgan Sweet and Maxwell Prize for Best Overall Results in
LLB Final Year
1995 Amy Aai Sheau Ye
Vimalavathy Thangaveloo
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University of Glamorgan Leo Abse and Cohen Prize
1996 Jacqueline Chang Li Ch'ing
University of Glamorgan Sweet and Maxwell Prize for Best Overall Results in
LLB Final Year
1996
Subashini Ayal
University of Glamorgan Sweet and Maxwell Prize for Best Overall Results in
LLB Final Year
1997
Loh May Ann
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The Tan Sri Datuk Paduka Dr Hajjah Saleha Outstanding Award
2001 Erina Bte Mohd Ramli
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Lord Templeman Award
Lee Tze Hui
2004
Renny Tan TsuiLyn
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Azim, Tunku Farik and Wong Award
2005 Sangetha Jayakumar
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Partner Scholarship – Aberystwyth University
Esther Low Xiu Yi
2007 Low Thien Yien
Melissa Stothard
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Lee Ong & Kandiah Award
2007 Goh Yau Jun
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The Shearn Delamore Award
Chan Li Ann
2008
Ng Ling Hui
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Partner Scholarship – Aberystwyth University
Chong Wei Ling
2010
Dev Sundram
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Zaid Ibrahim and Company Award
2010 On Xiu Tao
HaryatiDeepak Award
2011 Soon Lu Yau
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Othman Hashim and Company Award
2011 Lin PeiSin
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2013 Shearn Delamore Award
Wong Juen Vei
Michelle Wong MinLing
Thomas PhilipAward
2013 Chin Kar Quinn
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Stanley Peddie Book Prize Award
2013 Khor Heng How
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Azim, Tunku Farik & Wong – Internship and Book Prize
2014 Tan Ken Seng
Haryatideepak Award
2015 Tang Hui Jun
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Kamarul Hisham & Hasnal Rezua Awards
2016 Ho Cheng En
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Tommy Thomas – Stanley Peddie Award (Top HELP Manchester student)
2017 Ooi Tian Hong
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Tommy Thomas – Stanley Peddie Award (Top HELP Manchester student)
2018 Haarshal Doshi A/L Milankumar
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Chooi & Co Award
2019 Rachel Goh Mun Yee
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University of the West of England,Bristol (First Class Achievers)
Pey Shau Yi
2021 Tan Kai Yee
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8.1 Extra Curricular Activities
Law Society
The Law Society main committee members are appointed to represent them.
The Law Society is aimed at bringing together the students of the various intakes in the Law
Department and to:
Dean
Ms Vasantha Punniamoorthy, LLB (Hons) (London), CLP, LLM (UKM)
Advocate and Solicitor (HighCourt of Malaya) (non-practising)
Certified Adjudicator (AIAC)
Assistant Manager
Ms T.Selvamalar
Coordinators
Ms Nurul Shahida Binti Md Daud
Senior Lecturers
Ms Vasantha Punniamoorthy, LLB (Hons) (London), CLP, LLM (UKM)
Advocate and Solicitor(High Court of Malaya) (non-practising)
Certified Adjudicator (AIAC)
Assoc Prof Jaspal Kaur a/p Sadhu Singh, LLB (Hons) (London), CLP,
LLM (UKM), PhD (Aberystwyth)
Advocate and Solicitor (High Court of Malaya) (non- practising)
Mr Mark Goh Wah Seng, LLB (Hons) (London), CLP, LLM (Malaya)
Advocate and Solicitor (High Court of Malaya) (non- practising)
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Ms Kathleen Marie Nunis, LLB (Hons) (London), CLP, LLM (Malaya)
Advocate and Solicitor (High Court of Malaya) (non -practising)
Lecturers
Mr Muhamad Abral Bin Abu Bakar, LLB (Hons) (London), LLM (UKM)
Ms Sofiya Imran, LLB (Hons) (Manchester), Barrister at Law (UK), LLM (Queen Mary)
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8.4 Visiting Fellows
i. Ms Deborah Kaur
v. Mr Shankar Govinth
Judges and other VVIPs who have attended events at HELP University organised by the
Department of Law
i. YAA Tan Sri Dato’ Hj Lamin bin Hj Mohd Yunus (Former President of the Court of Appeal) - 11th
Law Ball 1997
ii. Datuk Abdul Wahab Bin Patail (High Court Judge) - 12th Law Ball1998
iv. YA Dato’ Low Hop Bing(High Court Judge) - 14th Law Ball 2000
v. YA Datuk Augustine Paul A/L Sinnappen (Hogh Court Judge) – Career Forum ‘Qualities of a
Good Lawyer – Perspective from a Judge’ HELP Institute Open Day 17th December 2000
vi. YA Dato’ Kamalanathan a/l Ratnam (High Court Judge) - Seminar, ‘Case Studies on Cyberlaw
Trends’, 2000.
vi. YA Dato’ James Foong Cheng Yuen (High Court Judge)- 15th Law Ball 2001
vii. Dato’ Mahadev Shankar (Retired Court of Appeal Judge) Career Forum,‘Lawyer for the New Economy’,
HELP Institute Open Day 25th February 2001.
ix. YA Dato’ T Selvanthiranathan (High Court Judge) Career Forum, ‘Varied Perspectives to the Legal
Profession’ HELP Institute OpenDay, 9th December 2001.
xi. YAA Dato’ Hj Abdul Malek b Hj Ahmad (Federal Court Judge) - 17th Law Ball 2003
xii. YA Dato’ Dr. Kamalanathan Ratnam (High Court Judge) - 18th Law Ball 2004
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xiii. YA Datuk V T Singham (High Court Judge) - 19th Law Ball 2005
xiv. Datuk Abdul Wahab Bin Patail (High Court Judge) – 21stLaw Ball 2007
xv. Dato’ Abdul Aziz Bin Mohamad (Federal Court Judge) – 23rd Law Ball 2009
xvi. Y.A. Datuk Syed Helmy Bin Syed Ahmad (Shah Alam High Court) – 23rd Law Ball
xvi. Yang Amat Arif Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Zulkefli bin Ahmad Makinudin,
xix. Y.A Dato' Mary Lim Thiam Suan (High Court Judge) – 28th Law Ball -2014
xx. Y. Bhg. Dato Mah Weng Kwai (Retired Judge of the Court of Appeal) – 29th Law Ball 2015
xxi. Y. Bhg En Steven Thiruneelakandan (Bar Council President) – 30th Law Ball 2016
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