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BCom with Law

University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg , South Africa
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Program Overview

Introduction to the BCom with Law Degree

The Bachelor of Commerce with Law (BCom) is a full-time 3-year degree. This degree is ideal for individuals interested in a specific field in business who also want a background in law.


Overview

The BCom with Law degree provides a foundation in law subjects, which is useful for individuals who wish to pursue a career in law or related fields. To practise law, a minimum of an LLB degree is required. While it is possible to enter an LLB at the first-year undergraduate level, it is recommended to complete a BCom or BA degree first, preferably with law as one of the majors. This approach develops knowledge and skills in other disciplines, which will be useful when practising law.


Career Opportunities

A law degree equips individuals for many exciting careers in the legal profession, industry, and commerce, or in government and the diplomatic corps. Other areas include:


  • Professional counselling
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Legal officer
  • Legal, risk and compliance consultant
  • Compliance officer
  • Legal advisor

Curriculum

The curriculum for the BCom with Law degree is structured as follows:


First-year

  • Introduction to Law
  • Law of Persons
  • Economics IA (Microeconomics)
  • Economics IB (Macroeconomics) OR
  • Economic Theory IA (Microeconomics for Economists)
  • Economic Theory IB (Macroeconomics for Economists) AND
  • Computational Mathematics I
  • Business Statistics I
  • Fundamentals of Information Systems OR
  • Information Systems IA

Second-year

  • Family Law
  • Constitutional Law
  • Constitutional Law: Bill of Rights A total of 72 credits must be taken from the following courses:
    • At least 48 credits must make up the second year level of your second major.
  • Corporate Finance II
  • Investment II
  • Principles of Management IIA
  • Principles of Management IIB (Entrepreneurship)
  • Economics IIA
  • Economics IIB
  • Consumer Behaviour
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Integrated Marketing Communications
  • Retail Management
  • Human Resources IIA
  • Human Resources IIB (Labour relations)
  • Insurance and Risk Management IIA
  • Insurance and Risk Management IIB
  • Information Systems IIA
  • Information Systems IIB

Third-year

  • Criminal Law
  • Delict
  • Jurisprudence A total of 72 credits must be taken from the following courses provided you have done the equivalent in the second year of study:
  • Investment and Corporate Finance III
  • Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Innovation and Intrapreneurship Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Economic Science III OR
  • Economic Theory III OR
  • Applied Development Economics III
  • Insurance and Risk Management III
  • Marketing IIIA
  • Marketing IIIB
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Human Resources and Individual Performance
  • Human Resources and Organisational Performance
  • Organisational Theory
  • Management and Application of Information Systems
  • Information Systems Development Project

Entry Requirements

  • APS: 43+
  • English Home Language OR First Additional Language: Level 5
  • Mathematics: Level 5

Wait-listing

Applicants with an APS of 35-42, as well as English Level 6 and Mathematics Level 6, will be wait-listed subject to place availability.


University Application Process

The Student Enrolment Centre at Wits handles all student applications.


  • Check the admission requirements for your degree.
  • Check if any additional selection requirements apply.
  • Submit your application, required documentation, and application fee before the closing date.
  • Once you have applied, an Admissions Consultant will be assigned to your application.
  • Applicants can monitor the progress of their application/s via the Self Service Portal.
  • Part-time students are not eligible for NSFAS funding, University Entrance Scholarships, or campus residence placement.
  • If you are an international applicant and/or hold a foreign qualification, please note that additional requirements may apply.

Compliance with the minimum requirements does not guarantee a place at the University. The University has a specific number of places for first-year undergraduates, approved by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Final selection is made subject to the availability of places, academic results, and other entry requirements where applicable.


University Fees and Funding

The current average tuition fees for the first year of study are available on the Fees website, which also provides information about the payment of fees and closing dates for fees payments. Once you have applied, you will be able to access the fees estimator on the student self-service portal.


The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office provides information on student funding and scholarships. University-funded Scholarships include Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships, University Entrance Scholarships, Equality Scholarships, Sports Scholarships, and National Olympiad winner awards.


Programme Details

  • Programme Code: CBA13
  • Faculty: Commerce, Law and Management
  • School: Law
  • Qualification: BCom with Law
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Study Mode: Full-time

Closing Date

  • Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025
  • Residence Applications: 30 September 2025
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