The Bachelor of Commerce in Law at NWU is a specialised three-year degree offered at Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark that combines commercial law with business and financial management principles. Students gain expertise in contract law, commercial transactions, company law, and taxation within the South African legal and regulatory framework, equipping them to operate at the intersection of business and law. The degree prepares graduates for commercial legal advisory roles, compliance functions, and the management of legal risk in South African corporates, financial institutions, and the public sector. It also provides a strong platform for progression into the LLB or specialised postgraduate commercial law programmes.
Home Language AND First Additional Language: Level 5 (60-69%)
Mathematics: Level 3 (40-49%)
APS: 34
Legal Compliance Officer – Ensure South African companies adhere to legislation including the Companies Act, POPIA, and sector-specific regulations within banking, insurance, or mining.
Contract Manager – Draft, review, and manage commercial contracts for South African businesses, government entities, or procurement departments.
Commercial Legal Adviser – Provide legal guidance on business transactions, mergers, joint ventures, and regulatory matters at South African law firms or in-house legal teams.
Corporate Governance Officer – Oversee board compliance, shareholder reporting, and King IV governance practices at JSE-listed or state-owned South African companies.
LLB Graduate (with further study) – Proceed to an LLB qualification to qualify for admission as an attorney or advocate practising commercial law in South Africa.
