The Bachelor of Arts specialising in Law at the University of Pretoria is a three-year degree in the Faculty of Humanities that provides a strong academic foundation in legal principles, social science, and interdisciplinary thinking — designed as a preparatory degree for students who intend to proceed to the four-year LLB professional law degree. The programme combines core legal subjects with humanities disciplines including sociology, politics, and philosophy, developing the critical thinking and analytical skills that underpin successful legal study. Completing the BA specialising in Law before the LLB is the recommended pathway at UP, providing students with a broader academic foundation than direct LLB entry. The degree is also valuable on its own for students seeking legal knowledge for non-legal careers in business, government, and civil society.
Admission requirements: English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 5 (60-69%); Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Level 4 (50-59%); APS: 34 (excluding Life Orientation).
