Program Overview

Programme: LLM (Procedural Law) Alternative Dispute Resolution

Overview

This is a selection programme and only selected applicants will be admitted to the programme. The minimum duration of a programme is 1 year (2 semesters) and the maximum duration is 2 years (4 semesters).

Programme Information

The curriculum will generally consist of:

• Three modules counting 30 credits each (at least one of these modules must be completed during the first year of registration).
• A module in research methodology (RHP 801 - non-credit-bearing) (this module must be completed during the first year of registration).
• A research proposal (RHP 803 - non-credit-bearing).
• A mini-dissertation.

Admission Requirements

1. LLB degree or BProc degree or relevant degree from a foreign university that allows entrance to the formal legal profession
2. A weighted average of at least 65% at final-year level
3. English language proficiency as determined by a proficiency test may be required

Mini-Dissertation

In addition to the relevant prescribed coursework modules, a mini-dissertation is required for fulfilment of the Master of Laws degree by Coursework in the Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria. The mini-dissertation must generally comprise 13 000 – 15 000 words – including footnotes but excluding the list of contents and the bibliography.

Evaluation of the Mini-Dissertation

1. Appointment of the examination panel
2. Identity of members of the examination panel
3. Criteria for evaluation

• Scientific and academic standard of research
• Research procedures and techniques
• Methodology
• Definition and extent of research
• Theoretical foundation
• Coverage of literature and comprehension of field of research

4. Examiners' reports

Examinations and Pass Requirements

In the event of having failed all modules during a particular year of study, a student will only be allowed to continue with his/her studies with the consent of the Faculty Postgraduate Committee.

Pass with Distinction

• For the degree to be awarded with distinction a student must obtain an average of at least 75% for all the coursework modules (not rounded), as well as a minimum of 75% for the mini-dissertation.
• The modules must have been written for the first time.

General Information

The official language of tuition is English.

Core Modules

• AAD 820: Africa ADR 820
• ADR 830: International ADR and online ADR 830
• MCA 810: Mediation, conciliation, arbitration 810
• MND 800: Mini-dissertation 800
• RHP 801: Research methodology 801
• RHP 803: Research proposal 803

Regulations

The General Academic Regulations (G Regulations) and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and registered students of the University. The faculty regulations, information on and requirements for the degrees published are subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information.