Azim Premji University - Admission 2019
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to one-year LL.M. in Law and Development at School of Policy & Governance, Azim Premji University, Bangalore for the academic year 2019-20.
Course: LL.M. in Law and Development
Duration: One year
About the Programme:
The programme includes mandatory courses on Law and Development, Law and Justice, Comparative Public Law and Legal Research Methods. Students may elect to do courses in a wide variety of fields (private and commercial law, human rights, tax law, livelihoods, environment and sustainability) and across a wide range of disciplines (economics, anthropology, political science, sociology, history and philosophy) offered at Azim Premji University. This programme is designed for students who seek to make a mark in the legal system, government, civil society, academia and the world of ideas.
Eligibility:
Azim Premji University invites applications from bright, motivated students interested in a legal education and career engaged with the problems of law and development in India. Students must possess a Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized University in India or abroad. Candidates with relevant work experience, of any age, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Students will be selected through a National Entrance Test (followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates) conducted by Azim Premji University on 10th February, 2019 at various locations in India.
Students belonging to disadvantaged backgrounds (economic, social, regional) are given additional scores in tests and interviews. The University may also decide to accept scores of other entrance tests / conduct more entrance test if required.
Financial Assistance:
- Scholarships (100% / 70% / 50%) on tuition fees and accommodation / food charges. Scholarships are based on family income.
- Guaranteed 50% tuition fee waiver for applicants with three years of work experience
- Monthly living support for very deserving students through paid project work.
- Educational loans facilitated by the University for all students.
Important Dates:
Availability of Online Application Forms: |
October, 2018 |
Last date for receipt of completed Application Form: |
26th January, 2019 |
National Entrance Test: |
10th February, 2019 |
Announcement of eligible candidates for Personal Interview: |
28th February, 2019 |
Personal Interviews: |
March, 2019 |
Announcement of selected candidates: |
Mid April, 2019 |
Commencement of programme: |
July, 2019 |
Contact:
Azim Premji University
PES Campus, Electronic City,
Hosur Road, Bangalore
Karnataka - 560100
Phone: 1800 843 20001
Email: llm@apu.edu.in, admissions@apu.edu.in
Website: www.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/admissions
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