Handbook 2013 2014 Postgraduate

CONTENTS
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VISION AND MISSION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW
HISTORY OF THE FACULTY OF LAW
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
FACULTY MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE
ACADEMIC STAFF
ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2013/2014 SESSION
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POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED
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(a) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

(b) Master of Laws (LLM)
(c) Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ)
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VISION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

To be an internationally renowned law school in research, publication and teaching.
MISSION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

To advance legal knowledge, learning and skills through quality research,
education and training for the profession, nation and humanity.
HISTORY OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

The Faculty of Law, University of Malaya provides a liberal education in law based on a
comprehensive approach to law as an academic discipline. The Faculty also equips
students with practical professional skills and professional ethics including a critical
study of laws to satisfy the needs of organisations, social changes and justice.
Since its inception i n 1972, the Faculty offers its Bachelor of Laws programme at the
undergraduate level (LLB). The LLB programme represents a combination of the
academic and professional disciplines which entitles the holder of the degree to be
admitted as an advocate and solicitor of the High Court at the end of his pupillage.
The Faculty of Law also offers the Master of Laws Programme (LLM) consisting of the
Master of Laws by Coursework, Master of Laws by Dissertation and Master of Laws by
Coursework and Dissertation. In addition, the Faculty also offers the Master in Criminal
Justice (MCJ) Programme and t h e D o c t o r of P h i l o s o p h y (PhD) P r o g r a m m e .
The University is also empowered to confer the Doctor of Laws (LLD).
In 1972, the Faculty began with an intake of only 50 students. Since 1978, yearly intake
has been increased to 100 students.
The first batch of law students graduated in 1976. Many graduates of the Faculty of Law
of the University of Malaya have been elevated as Judges of the Court of Appeal or the
High Court or have been absorbed into the Judicial and Legal Service of the Federal
Government and there are those who are active in politics and have been appointed
Ministers in the Cabinet. Graduates of the Faculty of Law can be found in a wide and
diverse area of employment, which includes magistrates, Sessions Court Judges, Deputy
Public Prosecutor, captains o f industry, heads of statutory bodies, in the commercial sector
and as practicing advocates and solicitors. Many who have gone on to do their
postgraduate studies at home and abroad have joined the Faculty as academic staff.
The Faculty's staff strength is about 40. Although the majority o f them are Malaysian
citizens, from time to time the Faculty receives visiting academics from other common
law countries such as India, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. They
deliver lectures and seminars to students, particularly at the postgraduate level. The
Faculty's external examiners, chosen from academics from Australia, the United
Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries and including the Judicial Service of
Malaysia, ensure that the academic standards of its programmes are maintained.
The Faculty also conducts the Bachelor of Jurisprudence (External) Programme. The
Faculty handles the registration of students and the examination but students are
responsible for their own learning. Each year, the Faculty conducts an introductory
course and a revision course for external students in order to guide them in their
learning and preparation for examination. These courses are conducted as part of the
Legal Education Extension Programme (LEEP) which also conducts other short courses
from time to time.
ORGANIZATION CHART FOR FACULTY MANAGEMENT STAFF
ORGANIZATION CHART FOR ACADEMIC STAF
Dean
Assoc. Professor Dr. Johan Shamsuddin Sabaruddin
Deputy Dean
(Higher Degree)
Assoc. Professor Norbani
Mohamed Nazeri
Deputy Dean
(Undergraduates)
Assoc. Professor Dr. Jal
Zabdi Mohd Yusoff
Deputy Dean
(Research)
Dr. Abdul Samad Abdul
Ghani
Professor
Abu Bakar Munir
Dr. Choong Yeow Choy
Dr. Tie Fatt Hee
Gurdial Singh Nijar (K)
Visiting Professor
M. Ershadul Bari (K)
Associate Professor
Dr. Azmi Sharom
Datin Dr. Mary George
Dr. Md. Khalil Ruslan
Dr. Ramy Bulan
Dr. Siti Zaharah Jamaluddin
Talat Mahmood Abd Rashid
Dr. Tay Pek San
Dr. Yong Chiu Mei
Research Fellow
Datin Grace Manoranjitham Singh Xavier
Senoir Lecturer
Abd Muhsin Ahmad
Ahmad Saufi Abdul Rahman
Dr. Farah Nini Dusuki
Dr. Kalavathy Maruthavanar
Dr. Nadhratul Wardah Hj. Salman
Nurhalida Mohamed Khalil
Dr. Nurjaanah Abdullah
Dr. Saw Tiong Guan
Dr. Sujata Balan
Dr. Zalina Abdul Halim
Dr. Zulazhar Tahir
Lecturer
Faizah Nazri Abd Rahman
Izura Masdina Mohamed Zakri
Datin Nor Aini Abdullah
Dr. Sharon Kaur Gurmukh Singh
Sridevi Thambapillay
Dr. Sarina Mohamed (K)
Consultant
Dr. Gan Ching Chuan
Magesan R. Ayavoo
Dr. Mogana Sunthari Subramaniam
Sarah Tan Yen Ling
Sik Cheng Peng
Dr. Usharani Balasingam
Fellow
Cik Ainee Adam
FACULTY MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE
Dean
Associate Professor Dr Johan

Shamsuddin Sabaruddin
Deputy Dean
(Higher Degrees )
Associate Professor Norbani Mohamed Nazeri
Deputy Dean
(Undergraduate Degrees)
Associate Professor Dr Jal Zabdi Mohd Yusof
Deputy Dean
(Research)
Dr. Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani
Assistant Registrar
Mdm. Hazlinda Othman
Project Officer
Ms. Nur Hidayah Nasaruddin

Mdm. Norfazliana Diana Hussain
Assistant Administrative Officer
Mdm. Nur Ain Binti Abd
Hamid Project Assistant
Mdm. Saadiah Bajuri
Office Secretary
Mdm. Murshida bt Syaril

Ms. Siti Fareha Mohammad Ramli
Ms. Maizatul Akmar Mohd Amin
Administrative Assistants
(Clerical/Operations)
Mdm. Aida bt Rasid

Mdm. Maznah bt Md Yunus
Mr. Mohammad Izzat Zahari
Mdm. Nadia Mohamed Ismail
Mdm. Nor Kesumawati bt Muslin
Mdm. Salmiah bt Man
Mdm. Siti Rosniza bt Mohd Taib
Mdm. Zaitun bt Dasuki
Administrative Assistants
Mr. Ahmadi bin Mohd Ramli

Mdm. Jamilah bt Rahim
Technicians
Mr. Ahmad Fazreen bin Abd Rashid

Mr. Roshafizan bin Yusof
ACADEMIC STAFF
Chair Holder of
Tun Ismail Mohd
Ali Foundation
Razeen Sappideen
JSD (Columbia), LLM (Columbia), LLM (Pennsylvania),
LLM(Hons)(Sydney), LLB (Hons) (Ceylon)
Teaching and Research Interests
Corporate Governance
Corporate Taxation Law
International Banking, Business, Finance, Trade Laws
Professors:
Abu Bakar Munir

DPA (UiTM), LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Warwick)
Air and Space Law
Information and Communication Technology Law
Law of Evidence Law of
Associations Nanotechnology
Law and Policy
Choong Yeow Choy
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Harvard), PhD (Melbourne)
Civil Procedure
Company Law
Partnership Law
Tie Fatt Hee
BA(Hons)(Mal), Diploma in Education (Mal), M.Ed (Mal),
LLB (Hons)(London), CLP, LLM (Mal), SJD (Bond, Australia)
Teaching and Rersearch Interests
Law and Economics
Company Law
Education Law
Professor:
(Contract)
Gurdial Singh Nijar

LLB (Hons) Kings College London, LLM (Mal)
Barrister-at-Law (Middle Temple)
Barrister & Solicitor (NSW) & (Vic)
Advocate & Solicitor (High Court of Malaya)
Biodiversity & Biosafety Law
International Environmental Law
Indigenous Knowledge Systems & IPRs
Professional Practice
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Visiting Professor:
M Ershadul Bari
BA (Hons), MA, LLB, LLM (Rajshahi, Bangladesh), PhD
(SOAS, London)
Administrative Law
Business Law
Civil Procedure
Constitutional Law
Environmental Law
Human Rights
Jurisprudence
Law of Contract
Mercantile Law
Muslim Law
Associate
Professors:
Azmi Sharom
LLB (Hons) (Sheffield), LLM (Nottingham), PhD (SOAS, London)
Civil Liberties
Conflict of Laws
Environmental Law
Jal Zabdi Mohd Yusoff
DPA (UiTM), LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD (Mal)
Law of Evidence
Criminal Law
Child Law
Johan Shamsuddin Sabaruddin
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (UCL) (London), PhD (SOAS, London)
Malaysian Constitutional Law
Law and Society
Legal Education
Terrorism and the Law
Datin Mary George
BSc (Kerala), LLB (Bangalore), LLM (London), PhD (Sydney)
Public International Law
Air and Space Law
Law of the Sea
Equity and Trust
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Md Khalil Ruslan
(Director of Department of Malaysian Studies, University of Cairo)
Bachelor of Syariah (Mal), MCL (IIUM), PhD (Edinburgh)
Islamic Criminal Law
Islamic Law of Evidence
Muamalat
Norbani Mohamed Nazeri
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (London)
Law of Evidence
Criminal Law
Juvenile Justice and Welfare
Community Legal Education
Ramy Bulan
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Bristol), PhD
(ANU) Advocate & Solicitor (Sabah &
Sarawak)
Equity and Trust
Malaysian Legal System
Minorities and Indigenous Peoples
Restitution
Succession
Siti Zaharah Jamaluddin
LLB (Hons), LLM (Mal), PhD (Mal)
Criminal Law
Family Law
Industrial Relations Law
Labour Law
Talat Mahmood Abdul Rashid
(Seconded to Sarawak Attorney
General Chambers)
Advocate & Solicitor (Sabah & Sarawak)
Administration of Criminal Justice
Civil Procedure
Commercial Transactions
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Tay Pek San

BSc, LLB (Sydney), LLM (Mal), PhD (Mal)
Advocate & Solicitor
Intellectual Property
Law of Contract
Law of Trade Marks
Yong Chiu Mei
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Harvard), PhD (Nottingham)
Diploma in Shariah Law & Practice (IIUM)
Land Law
Equity and Trust
Succession
Research Fellow
Datin Grace Manoranjitham Singh-Xavier

LLB (Hons) (London), LLM (Mal), CLP
Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration (London) FCI Arb, MCI
Arb
Construction Law
Land Law
Law of Arbitration
Alternative Dispute Resolution (Negotiation &
Mediation) Law Governing Housing Developers
Land Acquisition
Senior Lecturers:
Abd Muhsin Ahmad

Bachelor of Syariah (Mal), MCL (IIUM)
Islamic Family Law
Islamic Criminal Law
Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani
LLB (Hons) (Liverpool), LLM (Wales), PhD (Leeds)
Law of Tort
Cyber Crime
Privacy and Data Protection
Jurisprudence
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Ahmad Saufi Abdul Rahman

LLB (Hons), LLM (Mal)
Law of Associations
Farah Nini Dusuki
LLB (Hons), MCL (IIUM), PhD (Cardiff)
Child Law
Law of Contract
Legal Method
Kalavathy Maruthavanar
Law of Associations
Banking and Negotiable Instruments
Nadhratul Wardah Hj Salman

LLB (Hons) (UIAM), LLM (UM), PhD (Manchester), M.Res (Leeds)
Sports Law & Policy
Sports Event Management
Law of Torts
Nurhalida Mohamed Khalil
(Seconded to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for two years)
International Humanitarian Rights and Humanitarian Law
Constitutional Law
Nurjaanah Abdullah @ Chew Li Hua
(International Corporate Relations, University of Malaya)
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Mal), PhD (Manchester)
Administration Criminal Justice
Cyber Crime
Insurance Law
Public Health Law
Remedy
Ethics
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Sujata Balan
LLB (Hons) (London), LLM (Mal), CLP, PhD (Mal)
Professional Practice
Company Law
Civil Procedure
Zalina Abdul Halim
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Melbourne), PhD (Manshester)
Legal Methods
Media Law
Land Law
Research Methodology
Zulazhar Tahir
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Law
Malaysian Legal System
Senior Lecturer:
(Contract)
Saw Tiong Guan

LLB (HONS) (MAL), LLM (MAL), PhD ( Melbourne)
Administrative Law
Constitutional Law
Law of Torts
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Consultant:
Gan Ching Chuan

LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (London), PhD (Mal)
Advocate & Solicitor (Mal)
Administrative Law
Insurance Law
Sik Cheng Peng
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Mal)
Copyright Law
Contract Law
Land Law
Intellectual Property Law
Information & Communications Technology Law
Mogana Sunthari Subramaniam
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Mal), Japanese Language Studies (Osaka),
Master of International Public Policy (Osaka), PhD (Osaka)
Family Law
Child Law
Law of Torts
Jurisprudence
Governing Law
Constitutional Law
Japanese Civil Law
International Instruments & Dealings
Private International Law
Law & Public Policy
Sarah Tan Yen Ling
LLB (Hons)(Lond), LLM (Auckland), CLP
Teaching and Research Interest
International Law
Environmental Law
Usharani Balasingam
LLB (Hons) (Mal), LLM (Mal), PhD (Mal)
Law and Society
Legal Education
Law of Association
Lecturer:
Faizah Nazri Abd Rahman (on study leave)

LLB (Hons) (SHU), LLM (Soton)
Teaching and Research Interest
Maritime Law
Law of Torts
Company Law
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Izura Masdina Mohamed Zakri

LLB (Hons) (MMU), LLM (Nottingham)
International Law
Law of Contract
Information, Communication & Technology Law
Datin Nor Aini Abdullah
Family Law
Criminal Law
Gender & Law
Sharon Kaur Gurmukh Singh
LLB (Hons) Wales, MA (Medical Law & Ethics) (Kings), PhD (UCL)
Medical Law
Medical Ethics
Constitutional Law
Jurisprudence
Sridevi Thambapillay
Administrative Law
Banking and Negotiable Instruments
Family Law
Lecturer:
(Contract)
Sarina Mohamed
LLB (Hons)(Birmingham), LLM (Mal) , PhD (Kent), CLP, DSLP (UIA)
Drug Policies
Fellow:
Ainee Adam
LLB (UIA), LLM (Monash)
Intellectual Property
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2013/2014 SESSION
Introduction week
Lectures
Mid-Semester I Break
Lectures
Revision Week
Examinations Semester I
Semester I Break
Lectures
Mid-Semester II Break
Lectures
Revision Week
Examinations Semester II
SEMESTER I
1 week
8 weeks*
1 weeks@#
6 weeks
1 week+
3 weeks^
4 weeks
24 weeks
SEMESTER II
7 weeks
1 week
7 weeks
1 week
3 weeks
19 weeks
02.09.2013
09.09.2013
02.11.2013
11.11.2013
21.12.2013
30.12.2013
20.01.2014
08.09.2013
01.11.2013
10.11.2013
20.12.2013
29.12.2013
19.01.2014
16.02.2014
17.02.2014
07.04.2014
14.04.2014
02.06.2014
09.06.2014
06.04.2014
13.04.2014
01.06.2014
08.06.2014
27.06.2014
SESSION BREAK/SPECIAL SEMESTER

9 weeks
28.06.2014
or
Lectures and Examinations
8 weeks
30.06.2014
Semester Break
*
@
#
+
^
- 31.08.2014
- 22.08.2014
Aidil Adha Public Holiday (15 October 2013)

Deepavali Public Holiday (2 November 2013)
Maal Hijrah (5 November 2013)
Christmas Public Holiday (25 December 2013)
New Year Public Holiday (1 January 2014)
Chinese New Year Public Holiday (31 January 2014
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POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED

The Faculty offers three (3) postgraduate degree programmes:
A.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
B.
Master of Laws (LLM)
C.
Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ)
A.DOCTOROFPHILOSOPHY(PhD)
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Applicants for the PhD programme at the University of Malaya must satisfy the following
requirements:
a)
b)
c)
d)
a masters degree by way of research; or

a masters degree by coursework or by mixed mode with CGPA of not less than 3.7; or
a masters degree by coursework or by mixed mode with CGPA between 2.0 and 3.69 and
an undergraduate degree with CGPA not less than 3.0; or
a masters degree by coursework or by mixed mode with CGPA between 2.0 and 3.69 and
an undergraduate degree with CGPA between 2.5 and 2.99, and one (1) of the following
criteria:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
relevant work experience;

publication in the relevant field;
applicant is a scholarship holder;
applicant is a University of Malaya graduate.
Applicants with a Bachelors Degree with CGPA of not less than 3.7 may be admitted to the
PhD Programme. These candidates are required to defend their candidature in a research
progress seminar to be held on a date two (2) semesters from the initial registration date;
failing which the candidature may be converted to the relevant Masters degree.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENT FOR NON-MALAYSIANS

A candidate who is not a Malaysian citizen and who possesses a degree or degrees from a
university or an institution of higher education where the medium of instruction is not English
language for that degree or degrees as the case may be and who wishes to write his/her thesis in
English must have obtained a score of 600 for TOFEL or band 7.00 for IELTS.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT FOR NON-MALAYSIANS FOR CONFERMENT OF
DEGREE
A PhD candidate who is a not a Malaysian citizen who is writing a thesis in a language other
than the English language shall be required to:
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(1) obtain a score of 500 for TOEFL; or

(2) obtain a band 5.00 for IELTS; or
(3) pass in a course in the English language as may be determined by the Senate;
before he is conferred his Degree.
BAHASA MALAYSIA REQUIREMENT

(1) A candidate w h o is a Malaysian citizen shall be required to possess at least a pass in
Bahasa Melayu or Bahasa Malaysia at the level of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia or a Level III in
the Sijil Kecekapan Bahasa Malaysia or Level III in the Sijil Intensif Bahasa Malaysia of
the University or an equivalent level before being conferred the Degree.
(2) A candidate who is a non-Malaysian citizen shall be required to attend at a satisfactory
level and pass a course in Bahasa Malaysia conducted by the University before being
conferred the Degree unless he possesses at least a pass in Bahasa Malayu or Bahasa
Malaysia at the level of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia or Level III in the Sijil Kecekapan Bahasa
Malaysia or Level III in the Sijil Intensif Bahasa Malaysia of the University or a Bahasa
Malaysia course recognised by the University.
(3) Notwithstanding the above stated, the Bahasa Malaysia requirement may be waived for a
candidate who has attended a course of study conducted in the national language at a
local institution of higher Education.
RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENT
PhD candidates are subject to a 12-month residential requirement.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The PhD programme is a full research programme leading to the submission of a thesis based on
an individually supervised research. All research proposals must be approved and research be
supervised by the Faculty. The minimum period is four (4) semesters and the maximum period is
twelve (12) semesters.
PhD candidates are required to:
(a)
carry out independent research involving a comprehensive study of a scope and size that
can normally be completed between 4 to 12 semesters of full time study, and
(b)
make a substantial contribution to learning by, including but not limited to, uncovering
new knowledge, conceiving new ideas, reinterpreting established theories and
approaches;
(c)
Demonstrate an ability to relate the research done to the broader legal framework at a
standard that is internationally recognized.
At the end of the candidature, a candidate is required to produce a thesis not exceeding 100,000
words on the subject of his/her research. The examiners must be satisfied that the thesis is a
connected piece of writing that contains original work and critical interpretations worthy of
publication and is of sufficient standard and merit to qualify for PhD.
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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY COURSE

All PhD Candidates are required to register and pass a Research Methodology Course.
Course Code
LXHA 7100
Course Title
Credit
4
FACULTY SEMINARS
All PhD candidates are required to deliver three (3) seminars.
The First Seminar, which is a research proposal seminar, is to be delivered within the first four
semesters. Candidates ar e required to submit a research proposal of 3,000 to 5,000 words on the
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Introduction and scope of the research;

Objective of the research;
Conceptual framework or methodology;
Significance and relevance of thee research;
Time line for the research, including a proposed date of submission;
Brief bibliography.
The Second Seminar, which is to be held in the fifth semester, is a candidature defence seminar
which requires a candidate to deliver a research progress report of about 10,000 words on the
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Precise research question or objective;

Complete literature review;
Complete research methodology;
Research outcomes or findings to date;
Complete bibliography;
Research plan leading to completion of the thesis on the appointed date; and
Publications or conference papers to date (if any).
The Third Seminar, which is to be delivered prior to submission of the thesis, requires the
candidate to submit a summary of the thesis of 3,000 to 5,000 words, and an abstract of 500
words. Summary of the thesis shall contain an overview of the thesis, purpose and scope,
significant research findings, and contents of chapters.
PUBLICATION
PhD candidates starting on 2012/2013 academic session and onwards are required to show proof of
acceptance at least one (1) paper in ISI (WoS) Ranked Full Length Paper or at least two (2) papers in
the journal category A or B that is recognized by the CoR for publication before the Committee of
Examiners meeting and viva-voce.
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COURSE FEES
Es t i m a t e d course fees for six (6) semesters are RM13,900.00 (Malaysian)/RM26,700.00 (Non
Malaysian). Fees are subject to change by the Management of the University of Malaya.
RULES & REGULATIONS ON PhD DEGREE
Candidates are strongly advised to read and be aware of the sets of Rules and Regulations
governing the PhD programme offered and conducted by the University of Malaya
(i) The University of Malaya (Degree of Doctor of Philosophy) Rules 2007

(ii) The University of Malaya (Degree of Doctor of Philosophy) Rules 2007
The Rules and Regulations govern various aspects of the masters programmes, including those
relating to requirements for admission, registration, payment, programme structure,
supervision, thesis, examinations, graduation and rights of appeal of students.
Students may access the Rules and Regulations through the University of Malaya Institute of
Graduate Studies website http://ips.um.edu.my.
THE UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA (DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS) RULES 1999
Candidates are strongly advised to read and be aware of the Rules relating to conduct of
students during the course of study which may subject the students to disciplinary actions by
the University. These include plagiarism and improper examination conducts.
Students may access the University Of Malaya (Discipline of Students) Rules 1999 Rules
through the University of Malaya Institute of Graduate Studies website http://ips.um.edu.my.
B.MASTEROFLAWS(LLM)
The Faculty offers three LLM Programmes:
a)
b)
c)
Research
Coursework and Research; or
Coursework
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
The LLM Programme aims to produce graduates who:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
Possess in depth knowledge in various fields of the law

Are capable of undertaking research in various fields of the law
Possess expertise in specific fields of the law
Appreciate ethical principles and values in various fields of law and are aware of
their social responsibility.
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PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
At the end of the programme students will be able to:
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
Demonstrate command of knowledge on various aspects of the law

Apply legal knowledge in order to conduct research in various fields of law and perform
the functions of legal implementation at a higher level
Conduct research into law and policy and contribute new ideas for the benefit of society
and the legal profession
Write quality research papers and/or dissertation in line with academic ethics and
standards and the ethics of the legal profession.
Lead and work as a team in the effective dissemination of legal knowledge, whether oral or
in writing
Analyze, critique and suggest solutions to legal issues
Identify, extract and manage information from various sources effectively and
continuously to trace developments in the laws
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Applicants for the LLM programmes at the University of Malaya must satisfy the following
requirements:
(a)
(b)
A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA of 3.0 and above or its equivalent;
or
A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA from 2.70 to 2.99 or its equivalent
and one (1) of the following criteria:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
(c)

A Bachelor of Laws with honours degree with CGPA from 2.50 to 2.69 and two (2) of the
following criteria:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)

(Applicants with a Bachelor of Laws degree with CGPA below 2.50 will not be considered for
admission.)
university or an institution of higher education where the medium of instruction is not the
English language for that degree or degrees as the case may be and who wishes to be admitted
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to the LLM Programme by Coursework and Research or the LLM Programme by Research and to
write his dissertation in English must have obtained a score of 600 for TOEFL or band
7.00 for IELTS.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT FOR NON-MALAYSIANS F O R C O N F E R M E N T
OF DEGREE
A candidate who is not a Malaysian citizen who is following the LLM Programme by
Research and is writing a dissertation in a language other than the English language shall be
required to:
(1) obtain a score of 500 for TOEFL; or
(2) obtain a band 5.00 for IELTS; or
(3) pass in a course in the English language as may be determined by the Senate;
before he is conferred his Degree.
BAHASA MALAYSIA REQUIREEMENT

(1) A candidate who is a Malaysian citizen shall be required to possess at least a pass in
level a course in Bahasa Malaysia conducted by the University before being conferred
the Degree unless he possesses at least a pass in Bahasa Malayu or Bahasa Malaysia at
the level of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia or Level III in the Sijil Kecekapan Bahasa Malaysia or
Level III in the Sijil Intensif Bahasa Malaysia of the University or a Bahasa Malaysia
course recognised by the University.
RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENT
Master degrees candidates by research are subject to a 12-month residential requirement.
PERIOD OF STUDY
(1)
(2)
(3)
Programme by Coursework the minimum period is two (2) normal semesters

and the maximum period is eight (8) normal semesters.
Programme by Coursework and Research - the minimum period is three (3) normal
semesters and the maximum period is eight (8) normal semesters.
Programme by Research- the minimum period is two (2) normal semesters and
the maximum period is eight (8) normal semesters.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
(1)
The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework

The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework totals forty-four (44) credits. All
candidates r e g i s t e r e d on this programme are required to register for a Research
Methodology course with four (4) credits.
In addition to the above, candidates shall register for:
(a)
Six (6) elective courses from one cluster of specialisation with four (4) credits
for each course AND four (4) elective courses from any clusters with four (4)
credits for each course; or
(b)
Four (4) elective courses from one cluster of specialisation with four (4)
credits for each course AND three (3) electives courses from any clusters with
four (4) credits for each course AND one (1) research project with 12 credits
(the research project must be in an area related to the specialised cluster
chosen by the candidate, and with length not exceeding 30,0000 words); or
(c)
Ten (10) elective courses from any clusters with four (4) credits for each
course.
Courses offered in each session are as approved by the Senate on the recommendation
of the Faculty and are made known to the candidates at the beginning of every
session. The current list of courses approved by the Senate for the Master of Laws
programme is shown in the List of LLM Courses Approved by the University Senate
below. The offer of courses in a semester is subject to the availability of lecturers for
the semester concerned. Students will be given the list of courses offered at the
beginning of a session.
(2)
The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework and Research

The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework and Research totals fifty- six
(56) credits.
All candidates registered on this programme are required to register for a Research
Methodology course with four (4) credits.
In addition to the above, candidates shall register for:
(a)
(b)
Three (3) elective courses with four (4) credits for each course; and
The research part leading to a dissertation totaling forty (40) credits (not
exceeding 40,000 words).
Courses offered in each session are as approved by the Senate on the recommendation
of the Faculty and are made known to the candidates at the beginning of every
session. The current list of courses approved by the Senate for the Master of Laws
programme is shown in the List of LLM Courses Approved by the University Senate
below. The offer of courses in a semester is subject to the availability of lecturers for
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the semester concerned. Students will be given the list of courses offered at the
beginning of a session.
(3)
The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Research

After admission, a candidate on this programme shall pursue a programme of advanced
research and study leading to a dissertation which shall be a record of original work or
an ordered and critical exposition o f existing data on a topic approved by the Faculty.
The dissertation for this programme shall not exceed 60,000 words.
All candidates on this programme must register for a Research Methodology course
with four (4) credits, and Research with 40 credits.
FACULTY SEMINARS
Candidates registered on the LLM programmes by Coursework and Research and the LLM
Programme by Research only are required to give Faculty Seminars.
(a) Candidates of the LLM Programme by Research
Candidates on the LLM Programme by Research are required to deliver two (2)
seminars.
The First Seminar, which is a research proposal seminar, is to be delivered within the first
two (2) semesters, The candidates are required to submit a research proposal of
3,000 to 5,000 words on the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Significance and relevance of the research;
Brief bibliography.
The SecondSeminar, which is to be held in the third semester, is a candidaturedefence

seminar which requires the candidate to deliver a research progress report of about
10,000 words on the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

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(b) Candidates of the LLM Programme by Coursework and Research

Candidates on the LLM Programme by Coursework and Research are required to deliver
two (2) seminars.
The First Seminar, which is a research proposal seminar, is to be delivered at the
beginning of the candidates registration of the research component. For this purpose,
the candidates are required to submit a research proposal of 3,000 to 5,000 words on the
following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Significance and relevance of the research;
Brief bibliography.
The Second Seminar is a candidature defence seminar to be held on a date to be

specified by the Faculty and notified to the candidates. This seminar requires the
candidates to submit a research progress report of about 10,000 words on the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

PUBLICATION
Candidates on the LLM Programme by Resesarch submitting their thesis from semester II,
2012/2013 session and onwards are required to show proof of acceptance for publication of
at least one (1) paper in the category A or B refereed journal recognized by
Faculty/Academy/Institute/ Centre prior to a committee of Examiners meeting.
COURSE FEES
Estimated course fees for four (4) semesters for Master of Laws programmes are :
Master
Master
Master
Master
of Laws Programme
of Laws (Coursework)
of Laws (Coursework & Research)
of Laws (Research)
Malaysian
RM6,100.00
RM7,300.00
RM8,400.00
Non Malaysian
RM12,800.00
RM14,900.00
RM16,700.00
Fees are subject to change by the Management of the University of Malaya.
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LIST OF LLM COURSES APPROVED BY THE UNIVERSITY SENATE

(subject to change upon recommendation of the Faculty from time to time)
COMPULSORY COURSE
Course Code
LXGA 6183
Course Title
Research
Methodology
Research
LXGA6184
Credit
4
40
Applicable To
All LLM candidates registered in
2011/2012 session and onwards
All LLM candidates registered in
2011/2012 session and onwards
(For Mix Mode)
ELECTIVE COURSES
Course Code
LXGA 6180
Course Title
Research Project
Credit
12
INTERNATIONALLAWCLUSTER
Course Code
LXGA6301
LXGA6302
LXGA6303
LXGA6304
LXGA6305
LXGA6306
LXGA6316
LXGA6318
LXGA6329
LXGA6308
Course Title
International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
International Environment Law : Natural World Issues
International Environmental Law: Human World Issues
Indigenous Peoples in International Law
Biodiversity Law
Law of the Sea
Biosafety Law
Arbitration Law
International Business Transactions Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Credit
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
PUBLICLAWCLUSTER
Course Code
LXGA6304
LXGA6307
LXGA6308
LXGA6309
LXGA6310
LXGA6311
LXGA6312
LXGA6313
LXGA6317
LXGA6325
Course Title
Indigenous Peoples in International Law
Advanced Administrative Law : Constitutional Review
Healthcare Law and Ethics
Issues Relating to Minorities and Indigenous Peoples
Occupational Safety and Health Law
Employment Law
Media Law
Information and Communications Technology Law
Civil Litigation
Credit
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
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COMMERCIALLAWCLUSTER
Course Code
LXGA6314
LXGA6315
LXGA6318
LXGA6319
LXGA6320
LXGA6321
LXGA6322
LXGA6323
LXGA6324
LXGA6325
LXGA6326
LXGA6327
LXGA6328
LXGA6329
LXGA6330
LXGA6331
LXGA6332
Course Title
Corporate Governance in Malaysia
Comparative Corporate Governance
Arbitration Law
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Remedies
Advanced Land Law I
Advanced Land Law II
Marine Insurance: Law and Practice
Civil Litigation
The Law of Trade Marks
Advanced Banking Law
Islamic Banking and Finance Law
International Business Transactions Law
Law and Economics
Introduction to Competition Law
International Business Transaction Law
Credit
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
CLASS ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT

The University o f Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2010 provides in its Regulation 32 (1)(b)
that (i)
A candidate must attend all classes. It is the responsibility of each teacher to inform the
candidate of the consequences of non-attendance in class. It is the responsibility of the
candidate to ensure that the teacher is informed early of his non-attendance. The teacher is
required to keep records of class attendance and to inform on any non-attendance
exceeding twenty (20) percentage to the office of the Dean of the Faculty.
(ii)
Any candidate who has less than eighty (80) percent class attendance for a course in a
semester without acceptable reasonable cause or without obtaining prior consent of the
teacher may be barred from taking the final examination for the course concerned in a
semester by the Dean of the Faculty. Where the candidate is barred from taking the final
examination for a course in a semester, he shall be informed in writing by the Dean at
least one week before the commencement of the semester examinations concerned.
(iii)
Any candidate w h o is barred from taking the final examination for any course in a
semester shall be given zero mark for the final examination for the course concerned.
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GRADING SCHEME FOR LLM PROGRAMME COURSES

(Applicable to students admitted in 2009/2010 session and onwards)
Marks
Grade
Grade Point
Meaning
80 100
75 79
A
A-
4.0
3.7
Excellent
70 74
65 69
B+
B
3.3
3.0
Pass
60 64
55 59
BC+
2.7
2.3
Conditional Pass*
50 54
2.0
45 49
C1.7
40 44
D+
1.5
Fail
35 39
D
1.0
< 35
F
0
*Conditional Pass means pass in the subject concerned if the candidates CGPA is 3.0 or more
than 3.0 in the semester in which that subject was taken.
RULES & REGULATIONS ON MASTERS DEGREE

Students are strongly advised to read and be aware of the sets of Rules and Regulations
governing masters degree programmes offered and conducted by the University of Malaya
(i) The University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Rules 2010
(ii) The University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2010
dissertation, research reports, supervision, examinations, graduation and rights of appeal of
students.
Students may access the Rules and Regulations through the University of Malaya Institute of
Graduate Studies website http://ips.um.edu.my.
Students may access the University Of Malaya (Discipline Of Students) Rules 1999 Rules
through the University of Malaya Institute of Graduate Studies website http://ips.um.edu.my.
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MASTER OF LAWS COURSES OFFERED IN

2013/2014 SESSION
SEMESTER 1
COMPULSORY COURSE
LXGA6183 (4C)
Research Methodology Offered to candidates 2011/2012 and beyond

(Dr. Zalina Abd. Halim) (Profesor Dr. Tie Fatt Hee Coordinator)
LXHA7100 (4C)
Research Methodology Offered to candidates Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

INTERNATIONAL LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6302 (4C) /
LXGA6131 (3C)(P)
LXGA6305 (4C) /
LXGA6146 (3C)
LXGA6301 (4C)/
LGA6107 (3C)(P)
LXGA6102 (3C)(P)
International Environmental Law: Natural World Issues

(Profesor Madya Dr. Azmi Sharom)
Biodiversity Law
(Profesor Gurdial S. Nijar)
International Human Rights & Humanitarian Law

(Profesor Ershadul Bari)
Comparative Constitutional Law
COMMERCIAL LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6314 (4C)

(Profesor Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal Salim)
LXGA6318 (4C)
Arbitration Law
(Datin Grace Xavier)
LXGA6326 (4C)
The Law of Trade Marks

(Profesor Madya Dr. Tay Pek San)
LXGA6331 (4C)
Introduction to Competition Law

(Ms Puspha SK Nair)
LXGA6328 (4C)
Islamic Banking and Finance Law

(Dr. Sherin Kunhibava)
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PUBLIC LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6307 (4C)
Advanced Administrative Law : Constitutional Review

(Dr. Gan Ching Chuan)
LXGA6308 (4C)

(Ms Gunavathi Subramaniam)
LXGA6309 (4C)
Healthacare Law and Ethics

(Dr. Sharon Kaur a/p Gurmukh Singh)
LXGA6310 (4C)
Issues Relating to Minorities and Indigenous Peoples

(Profesor Madya Dr. Ramy Bulan)
LXGA6333 (4C)
Communications and Multimedia Regulation in Malaysia

(Ms Puspha SK Nair)
Courses Offered in Both Semester I & Semester II

LXGA6180
Research Project (12 credits) Offered to candidates registered for or prior to the
2009/2010 Session and offered to candidates registered for the 2011/2012 Session
and thereafter
LXGA6181
Research Project (16 Credits) Offered only to candidates registered for the 2010/2011
Session
LXGA6183 (4C)
Research Methodology Offered to candidates registered for the 2011/2012

Session and beyond
LXHA7100 (4C)

3 credits courses (3C) are only offered to candidates registered for the 2010/2011 session
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SEMESTER II
COMPULSORY COURSE
LXGA6183 (4C)
Research Methodology Offered to candidates 2011/2012 Session and

beyond
LXHA7100 (3C)

INTERNATIONAL LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6301 (4C)/
LGA6107 (3C)(P)
LXGA6303 (4C) /
LXGA6131 (3C)(P)
International Human Rights & Humanitarian Law

International Environmental Law: Human World Issues

(Profesor Madya Dr. Azmi Sharom)
LXGA6102 (3C)(P)
Comparative Constitutional Law

LXGA6304 (4C)
Indigenious People in International Law

LXGA6306 (4C)
Law of the Sea

(Profesor Madya Datin Dr. Mary George)
LXGA6316 (4C)
Biosafety Law
(Profesor Gurdial S. Nijar)
COMMERCIAL LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6315 (4C)

(Profesor Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal Salim)
LXGA6319 (4C)
Construction Law
(Datin Grace Xavier)
LXGA6320 (4C)
Copyright Law
(Sik Cheng Peng)
LXGA6325 (4C)
Civil Litigation
(Profesor Dr. Choong Yeow Choy)
LXGA6327 (4C)
Advanced Banking Law

(Dr. Kalavathy Maruthavanar)
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LXGA6330 (4C)
Law and Economics

(Profesor Dr. Tie Fatt Hee)
LXGA6111(3C)
Insurans Law
(Dr. Gan Ching Chuan)
PUBLIC LAW CLUSTER

LXGA6325 (4C)
Civil Litigation
(Profesor Dr. Choong Yeow Choy)
LXGA6304 (4C)
Indigenious People in International Law

LXGA6317 (4C)
Information and Communications Technology Law

(Profesor Abu Bakar Munir)
(Courses Offered in Both Semester I & Semester II)

LXGA6180
Research Project (12 credits) Offered to candidates registered for or prior to the
2009/2010 Session and offered to candidates registered for the 2011/2012 Session
and thereafter
LXGA6181
Research Project (16 Credits) Offered only to candidates registered for the 2010/2011
Session
3 credits courses (3C) are only offered to candidates registered for the 2010/2011 session
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LLM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

(Courses Offered in 2013/2014 Session for Students Registered in
2013/2014 Session)
LXGA6180-RESEARCHPROJECT
Credit
12
Semester
1&2
Coordinator
Dr Sujata Balan
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students are able to:

1. Evaluate appropriate field of research.
2. Manage information for purposes of research.
3. Write a high quality project paper in the field of law.
4. Provide analytical and critical responses to solutions for
legal issues
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Literature search skill
Writing skill
Analytical skill to research findings
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Research Project
Assessment Methods
Research Project 100%
LXGA6183-RESEARCHMETHODOLOGY
Credit
4
Semester
1&2
Lecturer
Dr. Zalina Abdul Halim
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students are able to:

1. Explain the rules of research relating to the writing of
research papers, thesis and other written works;
2. Conduct systematic literature review to lay the foundation
for their research;
3. Evaluate the suitable research methods to use in their
research;
4. Produce a research proposal with the researchable topic
related to their filed of law.
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Transferable Skills
Problem solving
Critical thinking
The ability to work independently and in groups
Lifelong learning
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course provides a basic conceptual framework for

understanding and interpreting research as well as designing,
conducting and evaluating research projects.
The major
emphases are on problem conceptualization, research design,
sampling, questionnaire development and data collection and
analysis.
Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment: 60%

Final Examination: 40%
*Part-time Lecturer
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LXGA6184DISSERTATION
Credit
40
Semester
1&2
Coordinator
Deputy Dean (Higher Degrees )
None
Learning Outcomes*

1. Application appropriate field of research for advanced
research.
2. Manage information for purposes of research.
3. Write a high quality project paper in the field of law.
4. Provide analytical responses to solutions for legal issues.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course give students to present research work and writing

academic papers
Assessment Methods*
Dissertation 100%
LXGA 6301 - INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMANITARIAN LAW

Credit
4
Lecturer
Professor Dr. M Ershadul Bari
Semester
1
None
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the basic concepts and the essential aspects of the
International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law.
2. Carry out research, write and present on current and
important issues.
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Transferable skills
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Assessment Methods
3. Analyse concepts used to solve problems.

Presentation skill
Writing skill
A study of the developments of international law on the
protection of human rights in peacetime and armed conflicts
and an investigation into the various standards, forms and
procedures associated with such protection, in order to
heighten the awareness towards the improvement and
enforcement of international human rights and humanitarian
law.
LXGA6302INTERNATIONALENVIRONMENTALLAW:NATURALWORLDISSUES
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Dr Azmi Sharom
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate understanding of major environmental
problems
2. Evaluate the role of international environmental law to
combat these problems.
3. Analyse the international obligation Malaysia has as well
as its implementation.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course will teach the international and domestic laws

that deal with environmental problems in the natural
environmental.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6303INTERNATIONALENVIRONMENTALLAW:HUMANWORLDISSUES
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Dr Azmi Sharom
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None
Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the major global
pollution problems;
2. Evaluate the major international environmental laws
designed to combat those problems both substantially and
procedurally;
3. Analyse the international obligations Malaysia has as well
as its implementation record.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course will be a study of international environmental law

treaties regarding pollution as well as treaties regarding
international procedural issues and their implementation at
the national level.
Assessment Methods
Continuous assessment: 70%

Final examination: 30%
LXGA6304 INDIGENOUSPEOPLESININTERNATIONALLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Dr Ramy Bulan
None
Learning Outcomes

important issues;
2. Analyse international instruments on rights of
indigenous peoples;
3. Evaluate the influence and applicability of international
human right norms to domestic laws as they relate to
indigenous peoples.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
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Synopsis of Course Contents
This course examines the contemporary international regime

concerning the rights of states and indigenous peoples that
have developed within international human rights law.
Beginning with the historical context and the developments
within the modern era of human rights, it considers the
international instruments relevant to indigenous rights, it
considers the international instruments relevant to
indigenous rights. It looks at the international norms that
have developed in the context of indigenous peoples, the
concept of self determination, the duty of states in the
implementation of those norms and the international
monitoring procedures and the internalisation of those rights
within the domestic legal system
.
Contemporary concerns for indigenous peoples, including
questions
of indigenous governance, collective and
community rights, cultural heritage, public participatory
rights, the right to sustainable development and protection
against discrimination will also be explored.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6305 BIODIVERSITYLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Professor Gurdial Singh Nijar
None
Learning Outcomes*

1. Evaluate key aspects of biodiversity law.
important issues.
3. Analyse key aspects of Biodiversity Law .
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course teaches emerging issues in biodiversity law

including the key elements of international and national
instruments, how the elements are implemented at the
national level, traditional knowledge and the protection of
biodiversity and intellectual property rights as they affect
biodiversity.
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Assessment Methods

LXGA6306 THELAWOFTHESEA
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Datin Dr Mary George
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the general principles of the Law of The Sea.
2. Analyse these provisions in the context of domestic law.
3. Evaluate these provisions in the context of domestic law.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Introduction to the International Law of the Sea:

The Codification of the Law of the Sea
Dynamics of the 1982 Law of the Sea Convention
Maritime zones
Marine pollution
Safety of Navigation
Maritime terrorism
Assessment Methods

LXGA6307 ADVANCEDADMINISTRATIVELAW:CONSTITUTIONALREVIEW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Dr Gan Ching Chuan
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Conduct a deeper and broader research in Administrative
Law in the era of globalisation primarily from the
perspective of constitutional review;
2. Evaluate the principles of Administrative Law in specific
areas or topics using local, regional or international
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contents.
3. Analyse public law developments critically by adopting a
comparative approach.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course focuses on constitutional review involving mostly

breaches of human and fundamental rights undertaken on a
comparative approach. An important component of this course
is on regulating modern businesses whose activities have come
within the purview of public law
This will eventually lead the students to evolving concepts in
public law involving regional as well as global administrative
law in the era of globalisation. The practical and constitutional
aspects of Administrative Law will constitute the main focus of
this course. This course engages the students to search for a
model system of public law for common law countries based on
written constitutions having faith in the rule of law.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6309 HEALTHCARELAWANDETHICS
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Dr. Sharon Kaur
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the medico-legal issues that might arise within
the doctor-patient relationship;
2. Analyse the adequacy or inadequacy of existing law in
providing a solution to medico-legal issues;
3. Undertake research and make presentation/writing on
emerging bio-ethics issues, and the broad spectrum of
healthcare laws.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
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Synopsis of Course
Contents
The study of healthcare matters may be considered from four

aspects. First the relationship between the healthcare provider
and the patient; Second, the relationship between the state and
the individual in relation to public health
Third, the relationship between the state and the healthcare
provider and lastly, selected bioethics issues that require a
consideration of the relationship between law and ethics in
dealing with advances in science and technology.
The emphasis of this course is on the first aspect mentioned
above, namely, the patient-doctor/hospital relationship.
Selected bio-ethics issues will also be examined.
Assessment Methods

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LXGA6312 EMPLOYMENTLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Dr Sharifah Suhanah
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss the various challenges facing the world of work and
workers today.
2. Analyse the various developments and their impact upon
laws of the world of work.
3. Critique laws and legal developments in this field.
4. Evaluate the sum total of developments both legal as well as
non-legal developments, and their impact and applicability
on the Malaysian industrial and employment climate.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course examines the existing legal mechanisms in the field

of Labour Law and assesses their effectiveness in safeguarding
and promoting the rights and interests of employees.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6314 CORPORATEGOVERNANCEINMALAYSIA
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
*Associate Professor Dr Mohammad Rizal Salim
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the corporate structure and the division of
corporate powers.
2. Evaluate the functions, role, powers and duties of the
corporate board.
3. Carry out research, presentation/writing on corporate
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governance.
4. Analyse the efficacy of corporate governance regulation in a
given area.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
In this course we will examine the regulation of corporate

governance in Malaysia. We will focus on the black letter law,
with some consideration to the theories on corporate
governance. Emphasis will be given to the provisions in the
Companies Act 1965, but some aspects of the regulation of
public companies will also be considered. We will also analyse
corporate law reform proposals in Malaysia and selected
common law countries.
Assessment Methods

*Part- Time Lecturer

LXGA6315COMPARATIVECORPORATEGOVERNANCE
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
*Associate Professor Dr Mohammad Rizal Salim
None
Learning Outcomes
Transferable Skills

1. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the evolution of the
corporate entity and the historical development of
corporate law.
2. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the core Company
law concepts from within the four origin systems and its
spread to one or more of the transplant systems.
3. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the harmonization of
corporate governance regulation and the possible
convergence of corporate governance systems.
4. Analyse the relative strengths and weaknesses of different
corporate governance models.
Presentation skill
Writing skill
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Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course builds on Corporate Governance in Malaysia. It

broadens the study to the international context by examining
the core company law concepts from within the four origin
systems (England, France, Germany and the United States)
and its spread to one or more of the transplant systems (e.g.
China, India, South Korea, Japan and Malaysia).
This course will consider how far the goals and values of these
different systems vary, the different mechanisms each employs
to hold corporate controllers to account, and whether it is
possible to make comparative evaluations about the success
and desirability of different systems. We will conclude by
looking at the extent to which these systems are converging,
and in the light of that, consider efforts to harmonise
governance regimes.
(Note: Corporate Governance in Malaysia is not a prerequisite for this course.)
Assessment Methods

LXGA6316 BIOSAFETYLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Professor Gurdial Singh Nijar
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Distill essential components of Biosafety Law
2. Identify key emerging issues and problems
3. Suggest solutions to these issues/problems
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
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Synopsis of Course
Contents
Modern biotechnology promises to provide great benefits to

society. However at the same time it raises more profound
issues than many other new technologies, including the need to
ensure food security, to conserve and sustainably use natural
resources, to respect ethical values and human rights and to
ensure that the benefits are shared in an equitable way. Law
provides a crucial mechanism for ensuring that these concerns
are adequately addressed. At the international plane, the issue
has been addressed through regulatory measures resulting in
the promulgation of an international treaty the Cartagena
Protocol on Biosafety In furtherance of the mandate prescribed
by this treaty, national laws are being enacted at a rapid pace.
This course seeks to provide a broad and analytical view of the
major concerns raised by this new emerging dynamic law and
the responses of international and national law
The course will introduce students to the policy issues arising
from the impacts of biotechnology its promises and perils; the
basic legal and policy issues associated with the development
and use of biotechno9logy; the principles of international law
and policy that govern the use of biotechnology; the key
international regulations related to biotechnology; and the
current issues and developments, in particular, the dispute at
the WTO over biotechnology, liability and redress, labelling of
genetically modified food, and intellectual property rights and
biotechnology.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6317INFORMATIONANDCOMMUNICATIONSTECHNOLOGYLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Professor Abu BakarMunir
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Identify legal and policy issues relating to the internet
and its applications
2. Critically analyse complex legal problems and suggest
suitable solutions; and
3. Analyse and differentiate legal approaches of various
jurisdictions.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
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Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course focuses on legal and policy issues concerning the

application of ICT. The approach is national, international and
comparative in nature.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6319 CONSTRUCTIONLAW
Credit
4
Lecturer
Datin Grace Xavier
Semester
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the legal principles for each of the basic
components of construction law;
2. Carry out research, presentation and writing in the area
of construction law;
3. Analyse principles of construction law in specific topics
especially in relation to claims in the industry.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course is designed to equip students with the fundamental

principles governing construction law in Malaysia.
The
knowledge obtained will enable students to develop a deeper
understanding of the law governing building contracts, analyse
and solve, where possible, the problems that prevail in the
industry. Students will also be given a brief introduction to the
various dispute resolution techniques such as negotiation,
mediation and arbitration that are employed in resolving
construction disputes.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6320COPYRIGHTLAW
Credit
4
Semester
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Lecturer
To be announced.
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the basic principles
2. Conduct research and make presentation and
writing on areas of copyright law
3. Analyse rationale for application of principles to
technology
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course is divided into two parts. In Part 1, the focus is on

the understanding of basic copyright concepts and Malaysian
copyright law as found in the Copyright Act 1987. International
developments in copyright and their impact on our law will also
be examined in this Part.
In Part II, the focus will be on specific issues such as those
arising from developments in case law and technology.
Students will be required to select an issue for discussion and
present a paper on that issue.
Assessment Methods
LXGA6325CIVILLITIGATION
Credit

Semester
Lecturer
Professor Dr Choong Yeow Choy
None
Learning Outcomes*

1. Identify the issues that often arise in the topics
examined and discussed.
2. Apply the relevant legal principles to the issues raised.
3. Analyse the relevant issues discussed, and critique the
present position of the law.
4. Suggest amendments and reforms that ought to be
introduced to strengthen the existing procedural law.
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Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
To expose the students to important current issues relating to

civil litigation and to find solutions to these issue.
Assessment Methods*

LXGA6326 THELAWOFTRADEMARKS
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Dr Tay Pek San
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the national and international sources of trade
mark law;
2. Analyse the contemporary significance and functions of
trade marks in the global economy;
3. Carry out research, make presentation and write in the
relevant field.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
With the growth of national and international trade, trade

marks have become valuable assets to most companies. A
person who uses a trade mark which belongs to another party
can cause detriment to the business of that other party. Thus,
appropriate and adequate legal protection should be given to
trade marks. This course exposes students to the concept of
trade marks, their role in trade, international treaties that
impact on trade mark law, trade mark law in Malaysia under
the Trade Marks Act 1976 and common law, law of
geographical indications and current issues on trade marks.
The objective of this course is to provide students with an indepth understanding of the principles of trade mark law and
current issues relating to that field.
Assessment Methods

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LXGA6327ADVANCEDBANKINGLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Dr. Kalavathy Maruthavanar
None
Learning Outcomes*

1.
Evaluate sources of banking law and principles and the
interpretation of such law and principles;
2.
Critically analyse banking law and principles and
suggest suitable legal modification;
3.
Differentiate between various banking legal structures
and compare them with other jurisdictions.
4.
Carry out research, make presentation and write in the
relevant field.
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
This course provides an in-depth study of the regulatory

structure that moulds the banking industry and ensures that
the industry is consumer compliant. This course covers a
range of sub-topics that examine the traditional role of the
banking industry, the unique Islamic banking system in
Malaysia and the new era of electronic banking. The course
concludes with an examination of the redress mechanism
available to the consumer of banking services in Malaysia.
Assessment Methods*

LXGA6328 ISLAMICBANKINGANDFINANCELAWANDSHARIAHGOVERNANCE
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Dr Sherin Kunhibava
None
Learning Outcomes*

1. Identify the sources of Islamic banking and finance law
and the salient features of Islamic banking and finance
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2. Elaborate on recent developments on Islamic banking

and finance
3. Analyse and evaluate international case-law ad local caselaw on Islamic banking and finance
4. Evaluate Shariah governance at a micro and macro level
5. Analyse challenges facing the Islamic banking and finance
industry
Transferable Skills
Presentation skill
Writing skill
This course examines the law of Islamic banking and finance

and Shariah Governance. It is divided into three main areas:
Islamic banking and finance law sources and Shariah
principles; courts jurisdiction and Islamic banking and
finance case-law; and Shariah governance and contemporary
issues. Under the first part sources of law for Islamic banking
and finance is explored, including principles of Shariah that
govern Islamic banking and finance. The second part of this
course will examine the courts jurisdiction to try Islamic
banking and finance cases, and analyse international and local
case-law on Islamic banking and finance. The third part of this
course covers Shariah governance of Islamic financial
institutions and contemporary legal issues, challenges and
recommendations.
Assessment Methods

LXGA6329INTERNATIONALBUSINESSTRANSACTIONSLAW
Credit
4
Semester
Lecturer
Professor Razeen Sappideen
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the field
on defined topics
2. Apply an understanding of the relevant legal concepts
and aspects of policy
3. Evaluate critically the key concepts, policies and issues
on defined topics.
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Transferable Skills
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Presentation skills
Research skills
Writing skills
Analytical skills
Lifelong Learning skills
This course is designed to introduce students to a wide range

of problems experienced when engaging international sales
transactions, financial techniques and instruments used in
these transactions, licensing of manufacturing operations,
transfer of intellectual property rights, choice of business
entity, and issues relating to foreign investment generally.
Reference will be made to different considerations that arise
when engaging in business with developed, developing, and
transition economies. The focus is on what lawyers do in
relation to these matters.
Assessment Methods

(Take Home Exam 1: From 5pm Friday 14 October 2011 to
Monday 17 October 2011 10am.
.
Take Home Exam 2: From 5pm Friday 25 November 2011 to
Monday 28 November 10 am)
Method of Delivery
This course is taught over five (5) classes from 9.00 am to 4.00
pm (with one hour lunch break from 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm)o be
held on five (5) Saturdays on dates to be announced. There
will be three (3) sessions during each of these five days of
classes. It is taught in intensive mode by way of semi-Socratic
seminars where the Instructor will lead a class discussion of
reading materials which students MUST read prior to coming
to class. The instructor will pause regularly to take stock of
the class discussion. The teaching method places great
emphasis on learning to learn and lifelong learning skills with
the instructor playing the role of facilitator of the discussion.
Students must attend all sessions during each of the first
four(4) Saturdays to be eligible to submit assessable work. An
Attendance Register will be marked three (3) times on each of
the days. Students may absent themselves for good reason
WITH THE PIOR APPROVAL of the Instructor for NO more
than one(1) of the total twelve(12) sessions of the first
four(4) days of class meetings.
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C. MASTEROFCRIMINALJUSTICE(MCJ)
INTRODUCTION
The Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) is a multidisciplinary programme offered by the Faculty of
Law with the cooperation of the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty of Science and
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Guest lecturers from outside t h e University will also be
invited to teach from time to time.
This programme fulfills the need to train professional and skilled personnel who are involved in
the criminal j ustice system. It is suitable not only for training practitioners in the Malaysian
criminal justice system but also practitioners from overseas.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
The MCJ Programme aims to produce graduates who:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
Possess in depth knowledge on the concepts, principles and practice of Criminal

Justice
Are capable of undertaking research in Criminal Justice
Appreciate e t hi c al principles a n d values in Criminal Justice and are aware o f
their social responsibility.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
At the end of the programme, students will be able to:
PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
Demonstrate a command of knowledge and understanding on Criminal Justice

Apply knowledge in order to conduct research in Criminal Justice and perform the
functions of legal implementation in the field of Criminal Justice at a higher level
Conduct research i n Criminal Justice law and policy for the benefit of the nation a n d
society
Write quality research paper in line with academic ethics and standards and the ethics of
the legal profession
Lead and work as a team in the effective dissemination of knowledge on Criminal Justice,
whether oral or in writing
Analyse, critique and suggest solutions to issues on Criminal Justice using a
multidisciplinary approach
Identify, use and manage information on Criminal Justice from various sources
effectively and continuously to trace current developments in the field
Demonstrate management of Criminal Justice at a higher level
ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for the MCJ programme at the University of Malaya must satisfy the following
requirements:
(a) A Bachelors degree with honours with CGPA of 3.0 and above or its equivalent; or
(b) A Bachelors degree with honours with CGPA from 2.70 to 2.99 or its equivalent and
one (1) of the following criteria:
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i)
ii)
iii)
iv)

(c) A Bachelors degree with honours with CGPA from 2.50 to 2.69 and two (2) of the
following criteria:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)

(Applicants with a Bachelor of Laws degree with CGPA below 2.50 will not be considered for
admission.)
university or an institution of higher education where the medium of instruction is not English
language for that degree or degrees as the case may be and who wishes to be admitted to the
MCJ programme must have obtained a score of 600 for TOEFL or band 7.00 for IELTS.
BAHASA MALAYSIA REQUIREEMENT

(1) A candidate who is a Malaysian citizen shall be required to possess at least a pass in
level a course in Bahasa Malaysia conducted by the University before being conferred
the Degree unless he possesses at least a pass in Bahasa Malayu or Bahasa Malaysia at
the level of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia or Level III in the Sijil Kecekapan Bahasa Malaysia or
Level III in the Sijil Intensif Bahasa Malaysia of the University or a Bahasa Malaysia
course recognised by the University.
PERIOD OF STUDY
The minimum period of study for this programme is three (3) normal semesters and the
maximum period is eight (8) normal semesters.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The MCJ programme totals forty - three (43) credits.
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All candidates of the MCJ programme are required to take:

(a)
(b)
(c)
A Research Methodology course with four (4) credits; and

Eight (8) core courses with three (3) credits for each course; and
A Research Project with 15 credits.
The list of courses offered is as approved by the Senate from time to time on the
recommendation of the Faculty and made known to the candidates at the beginning of every
session. The current list of courses offered is shown in the table below.
MCJ COURSES (CANDIDATES REGISTERED IN 2013/2014 SESSION)

Course Code
LXGB 6110
LXGB 6301
LXGB 6302
LXGB 6303
LXGB 6304
LXGB 6305
LXGB 6307
LXGB 6308
LXGB 6309
LXGB 6182
Course Title
Forensic Medicine
Sociology of Crime and Criminal Behaviour
Criminal Law
Law of Evidence I
Forensic Science
Victimology
Juvenile Justice And Welfare
Research Project (Not exceeding 30,000 words)
TOTAL
Credit
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
15
43
COURSE FEES
Estimated course fees for four (4) semesters are RM7,400.00 (Malaysian)/ RM15,200.00 (Non
Malaysian). Fees are subject to change by the Management of the University of Malaya.
CLASS ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT

The University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2010 provides in its Regulation 32
(1)(b) that i.
A candidate must attend all classes. It is the responsibility of each teacher to inform the
candidate of the consequences of non-attendance in class. It is the responsibility of the
candidate to ensure that the teacher is informed early of his non-attendance. The teacher is
required to keep records of class attendance and to inform on any non-attendance
exceeding twenty (20 ) percent to the office of the Dean of the Faculty.
ii. Any candidate who has less than eighty (80) percent class attendance for a course in a
semester without acceptable reasonable cause or without obtaining prior consent of the
teacher may be barred from taking the final examination for the course concerned in a
semester by the Dean of the Faculty. Where the candidate is barred from taking the final
examination for a course in a semester, he shall be informed in writing by the Dean at
least one week before the commencement of the semester examinations concerned.
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iii. Any candidate who is barred from taking the final examination for any course in a
semester shall be given zero mark for the final examination for the course concerned.
GRADING SCHEME FOR MCJ PROGRAMME COURSES

(applicable to students admitted in 2009/2010 session and beyond)
Marks
Grade
Grade Point
Meaning
80 100
75 79
A
A-
4.0
3.7
Excellent
70 74
65 69
B+
B
3.3
3.0
Pass
60 64
55 59
BC+
2.7
2.3
Conditional Pass*
50 54
2.0
45 49
C1.7
40 44
D+
1.5
Fail
35 39
D
1.0
< 35
F
0
*Conditional Pass means pass in the subject concerned if the candidates CGPA is 3.0 or more
than 3.0 in the semester in which that subject was taken.
RULES & REGULATIONS ON MASTERS DEGREE

Students are strongly advised to read and be aware of the sets of Rules and Regulations
governing masters degree programmes offered and conducted by the University of Malaya
(iv)
(v)
The University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Rules 2010

The University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2010
dissertation, research reports, supervision, examinations, graduation and rights of appeal of
students.

Students may access the University of Malaya (Discipline of Students) Rules 1999 Rules through
the University of Malaya Institute of Graduate Studies website http://ips.um.edu.my.
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MASTER OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE COURSES

OFFERED IN 2013/2014 SESSION
SEMESTER I
LXGB6110
(Dr. Mogana Sunthari a/p Subramaniam)
LXGB6302
Sociology of Crime and Criminal Behaviour

(Dr. Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani)
LXGB6303
Criminal Law
(Prof. Madya Hajjah Norbani Mohamed Nazeri)
LXGB6304
Law of Evidence I
LXGB6306

(Dr. Farah Nini Dusuki)
SEMESTER II
LXGB6110
(Dr. Mogana Sunthari a/p Subramaniam)
LXGB6305
Forensic Science
(Dr. Sarina Mohamed)
LXGB6307
Victimology
(Dr. Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani)
LXGB6308
Juvenile Justice and Welfare

LXGB6301
Forensic Medicine
(Dr. Siew Sheue Feng)
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Courses Offered in Both Semester I & Semester II

LXGB6182 Research Project (15 Credits) Offered to Candidates registered for the
2011/2012 Session and thereafter
LXGB6183 Research Project (13 Credits) Offered only to candidates registered for
the 2010/2011 Session
LXGB6181 Research Project (9 credits) Offered to candidates registered for or prior
to the 2009/2010 Session
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MCJ COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Credit
Semester
Lecturer
Dr. Mogana Sunthari Subramaniam
None
Learning Outcomes

1. Identify suitable research methods to accommodate their
research and study of a certain topic.
2. Carry out systematic literature review to form the
foundation of their research
3. Produce a research proposal with researchable topic related
to their field of criminal justice.
Transferable Skills
Problem solving, critical thinking, and the ability to work

independently and in groups, lifelong learning.
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course provides a basic conceptual framework for

understanding and interpreting criminal justice research as
well as designing, conducting and evaluating research projects.
The major emphases are on problem conceptualisation,
research design, sampling, questionnaire development and data
collection and analysis. It also provides a basic understanding
of the Malaysian legal system with emphasis on sources of
Malaysian law and legal research.
Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment: 60 %
LXGB6182RESEARCHPROJECT
Credit
15 (not exceeding 30,000 words)
Semester
1&2
Lecturer
D r Sujata Balan (Coordinator)
None
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Learning Outcomes*
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify suitable fields in criminal justice to undertake
research
2. Carry out research in the field identified
3. Write a project paper in the field of criminal justice.
Transferable Skills
Critical thinking
Problem solving
Life long leaning
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Research Project
Assessment Methods
Research Project 100%
LXGB6301ForensicMedicine
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer
*Dr Siew Sheue Feng
None
Learning Outcomes*
At the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of forensic
medicine in criminal justice
2. Explain the various methods of identification in deaths,
inquests.
3. Apply knowledge in solving issues of investigative
procedures (forensic) in criminal cases.
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Forensic Medicine deals with legal aspect of medicine. It has

two major components:
1. Clinical Forensic Medicine
2. Forensic Pathology
Clinical Forensic Medicine deals with the medico-legal problems
of living persons whereas Forensic Pathology deals with the
various aspects of medico-legal investigation of deaths.
Transferable Skills
Critical thinking skills

Communications skills
Problem solving
Assessment Methods
*Part-Time Lecturer
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LXGB6302SOCIOLOGYOFCRIMEANDCRIMINALBEHAVIOUR
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer
Dr Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Criticise existing theories of criminal behaviour
2. Offer alternative explanations of the phenomenon of crime
and criminal behaviour
3. Identify relevant issues pertaining to crime and criminal
behaviour for further study
Transferable Skills
Analytical and Critical thinking

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course introduces students to concepts in the study of

criminology, patterns of crime and related issues, and the
development of various explanations of criminal behaviour.
Assessment Methods
LXGB6303CRIMINALLAW
Credit
Semester
Lecturer
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course student would be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the key elements of
criminal law
2. Analyse relevant issues relating to the elements of criminal
law
3. Evaluate relevant criminal justice practices in light of
criminal law.
Transferable Skills

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course will study in detail the importance of the elements

of criminal law both in civil and Syariah. This is to enable
students to have a better understanding of the relationship
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between the citizens and the state in the context of application

of criminal law.
Assessment Methods
LXGB6304LAWOFEVIDENCE1
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer

Associate Professor Peter Crook
None
Learning Outcomes*
At the end of this course students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the key issues in the law
of evidence
2. Analyse relevant issues relating to the law of evidence
3. Evaluate law of evidence in order to solve the problems of
crime in society
Transferable Skills
Communication skills
Critical thinking
Continuous learning and information management
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course is conducted mainly in a seminar form with

minimal lectures. The course will discuss in detail certain
expects of the law of evidence. The first part of the lecture will
analyze the system in the United States followed by the system
in Malaysia. Analysis will be made between both systems to
enable students to evaluate the criminal justice system in
Malaysia.
Assessment Methods
LXGB6305FORENSICSCIENCE
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer
Dr. Sarina Mohamed
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a general understanding of forensic science
2. Explain the various disciplines (within forensic science)
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3. Apply the principles of forensic science correctly to solve

disputes
Transferable Skills

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
Lectures in Forensic Science

Introduction, Serology, Toxicology, etc
Assessment Methods
LXGB6306ADMINISTRATIONOFCRIMINALJUSTICE
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer
Dr Farah Nini Dusuki
None
Learning Outcomes*
At the end of this course student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts in
administration of criminal justice
2. Analyse relevant issues relating to the administration of
criminal justice
3. Evaluate criminal justice practices and laws to solve the
problems of crime in society
Transferable Skills

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course examines issues relevant to the administration of

criminal justice in Malaysia
The course enables students to appreciate issues relevant to
the administration of criminal justice. It covers theoretical
foundations relating to models of criminal justice process, the
notion of justice and the need for normative standards. The
course also covers critical issues in criminal justice namely the
governance of the police, inquiry of death, and criminal justice
policies in Malaysia. Overall, the course encourages students
to adopt critical and analytical outlook towards criminal
justice practices and policies in Malaysia.
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Assessment Methods
LXGB6307VICTIMOLOGY
Credit
Semester
Lecturer
Dr Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course students will be able to:

1. Criticise existing theories of victim behaviour
2. Offer alternative explanations of the role of the victim in a
criminal episode
3. Identify relevant issues pertaining to victimology for
further study
Transferable Skills
Analytical and critical thinking

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
This course examines the position and reaction of victims of

crime in society. The aim is to enable students to appreciate
the role of the victim in a criminal episode, the fate of victims of
crime in the community and to explore the possible measures
that can be taken to safeguard the welfare and rights of
victims.
Assessment Methods
LXGB6308 JUVENILEJUSTICEANDWELFARE
Credit
3
Semester
Lecturer
Associate Professor Hajjah Norbani Mohamed Nazeri

*Ms Chong Phaik Kee
None
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts of
welfare and juvenile justice.
2. Analyze relevant issues relating to the administration of
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juvenile offenders.
3. Evaluate juvenile justice practices and laws to combat
juvenile crimes
Transferable Skills

Problem solving
Presentation skill
Synopsis of Course
Contents
The course will examine empirical literature on the juvenile

justice system especially relating to intervention. Special
attention is paid to the origin and development of juvenile
justice system with the current policies and practices of the
agencies which process young offenders through the juvenile
justice system.
Assessment Methods
*Part-Time Lecturer
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LAW LIBRARY TAN SRI PROFESOR AHMAD IBRAHIM
1.
Introduction
The Law Library was officially established in 1972, in line with the establishment of the Faculty
of Law. Prior to the collection of laws placed under the Main Library collection, University of
Malaya.
On 18 June 1999, the Law Library moved into a new building and named Law Library Tan Sri
Professor Ahmad Ibrahim to appreciate his contributions to the Faculty of Law and Law
Library.
2.
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday
Saturday Sunday
Public Holiday
3.
8:00 am - 10:30 pm
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Close
Membership
University staff and students are eligible to become members of the library. Registration must
be made in the Law Library after you get the student card / campus.
Students are required to show student card every time you use a library and student card at
all is non-transferable.
4.
Collection
The Law Librarys collection is currently the largest and the most comprehensive collection of
legal resources in Malaysia. The collection to date stands as at 113,000 volumes, these
collections are divided and stacked into distinct groups:
Malaysiana Collection
Books on Malaysia or by Malaysian published locally or overseas, comprising of both
primary and secondary sources of law namely statutes, law reports,
textbook, journals,
theses and dissertations, government gazettes and parliamentary debates. This collection is
located at the Ground Floor.
International Law Collection

Resources relating to treaties and treaty status information, materials
concerning
the jurisprudence of international courts and tribunals, selected United Nations publications
and official documentation and selected scholarly writings in international law, including
publications and journals as well as information on research guides.
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Government Publications
Documents and information produced by government departments. They
include parliamentary publications, legislation, policy documents, discussion
documents, statistics and reports.
Reference Collection
This collection is located at Level 1 of the Law Library. The materials can be used
within the library only. The reference collection comprises of reference books
such
as encyclopedias, dictionaries, guide books, Halsburys, digests, maxims, handbooks,
yearbooks, abstracts, citators, and indexes.
Media Collection
Located at Level 2, the media collection includes the Law Library's research
collections in audio and video cassette and CD-ROMs formats.
Closed Access Collection
Located at 2nd Floor the collection consists of theses, dissertations, research
projects, academic exercises, unpublished conference papers and loose leaf. This
collection can only be accessed by Library staff whom will retrieve items upon
request.
Textbook Collection
Textbook are books found in the subject syllabus offered by the Law Faculty.
Located at Ground Floor, it is used within the library.
Commonwealth & Non-Commonwealth Reports Collection
Located at the 1st Floor, it consists of court cases on various jurisdictions, namely
India, Pakistan, Australia, United Kingdom and United States.
Free Range Reading Collection
Materials in this collection comprise of light reading materials covering fiction,
general knowledge, health, psychology, motivation and novels.
Braille Collection
Located at Ground Floor, there are up to 300 titles that can be used by the
students with sight impaired.
Collection of Electronic Databases
Libraries subscribe to databases in various fields including electronic journals,
electronic books and citation index. This database can be accessed via an interactive
Web portal sites in http://www.diglib.um.edu.my/interaktif Library.
Among the electronic databases available are:
i.
ABI/INFORM@ProQuest
ii.
Cambridge Journals Online
iii.
CLJ Law
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iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
x.
xi.
xii.
xiii.
xiv.
xv.
5.
Hart Publishing e-Books

Hein Online
i-Law.com
Justis
Lawnet
Lexis Malaysia
LEXIS-NEXIS Academic Universe
Oxford University Press Journals
SAGE Journals
SCC Online
Taylor & Francis Online
WestLaw Malaysia
Services And Facilities
Reference Services
Reference and information services are provided by qualified professional librarians to
the teaching staff and students of University of Malaya as well as to the academicians,
researchers from other local and foreign universities, legal practitioners, members of
the judiciary and external members of the Library.
Updating Malaysian Laws

The federal and states laws which represent primary sources of law are available and
continuously updated with changes made by the Malaysian Parliament and the
respective State Legislative Assemblies.
Carrels
11 carrels are available for postgraduate students. Interested students are advised to
register at the Information Counter. There is also a carrel for students with sight
impaired.
Discussion Rooms
3 Discussion rooms which can easily accommodate 8 users at any time are available.
Kindly proceed to Information Counter for reservation.
Photocopying
Photocopying services operated by commercial vendors are provided. There are staffoperated and self-service photocopying services. Photocopying must adhere to
copyright laws in Malaysia.
Printing
Self-service printing facility is available on the Ground Floor and maintained by private
companies. Users should ensure campus card has been registered and have sufficient
credits to use this service.
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Document Supply
The services are provided for all academic staffs and postgraduate students and final
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Computing facilities are available. There are 30 computer workstations for users to
access library electronic resources and to navigate the internet.
Wifi Access
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WiFi to users who have laptops in the Library.
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Reading areas are available on every floor. There is `Quiet Zone in Level 2 in response
to requests from students for a silent place to study.
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The Law Library is essentially a reference library, and as such most of the collections
are used within the library premises. However Free Range Reading Collection is
loanable for two weeks. Academic members of Faculty of Law, postgraduates and final
year students are allowed to borrow the
second copy of Textbook Collection for a limited period. Academic Core Collection
consists of text books suggested by lecturers are available at the Ground Floor can be
borrowed for 3 days.
Newspaper
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available are:
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New Straits Times, New Sunday Times

Utusan Malaysia and Malaysian Weekly
The Sun
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Users can store their goods here. However, the Library will not be responsible for any
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Library welcomes any suggestions, comments or complaints to enhance and
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or
complaints
directly
to
lawlibrary@um.edu.my or to our suggestions box.
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or
Contacting the Library

7.1 During Office Hours
Mrs Sabariah Basir (Referrence Librarian)
Email: sabariah02@um.edu.my
Tel:
03-7967 6516
7.2 After Office Hours

Mr Zulgafli Yahya
Mr Mohd Shaufi Ahmad
Tel : 03-7967 6514
7.3 Librarians
Mrs Lisdar Abdul Wahid (Head)
Email: lisdar@um.edu.my
Tel:
03-7967 6515
Mrs Sabariah Basir
Email: sabariah02@um.edu.my
Tel:
03-7967 6516
Mrs Hanani Fauzi
Email: hananif@um.edu.my
Tel:
03-7967 6583
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Address:
Tan Sri Professor Ahmad Ibrahim Law Library
Bangunan Sultan Azlan Shah
Jalan Lembah Pantai
University of Malaya
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MALAYSIA
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CONTENTS

VISION AND MISSION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

HISTORY OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

FACULTY MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE

ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2013/2014 SESSION

POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED

(a) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

VISION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

MISSION OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

HISTORY OF THE FACULTY OF LAW

ORGANIZATION CHART FOR FACULTY MANAGEMENT STAFF

ORGANIZATION CHART FOR ACADEMIC STAF

FACULTY MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE

Associate Professor Dr Johan

Associate Professor Norbani Mohamed Nazeri

Associate Professor Dr Jal Zabdi Mohd Yusof

Dr. Abdul Samad Abdul Ghani

Mdm. Hazlinda Othman

Ms. Nur Hidayah Nasaruddin

Assistant Administrative Officer

Mdm. Nur Ain Binti Abd

Hamid Project Assistant

Mdm. Saadiah Bajuri

Mdm. Murshida bt Syaril

Mdm. Aida bt Rasid

Mr. Ahmadi bin Mohd Ramli

Mr. Ahmad Fazreen bin Abd Rashid

Abu Bakar Munir

Gurdial Singh Nijar

Tay Pek San

Datin Grace Manoranjitham Singh-Xavier

Abd Muhsin Ahmad

Ahmad Saufi Abdul Rahman

Nadhratul Wardah Hj Salman

Saw Tiong Guan

Gan Ching Chuan

Faizah Nazri Abd Rahman (on study leave)

Izura Masdina Mohamed Zakri

ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2013/2014 SESSION

SESSION BREAK/SPECIAL SEMESTER

Aidil Adha Public Holiday (15 October 2013)

POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Master of Laws (LLM)

Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ)

a masters degree by way of research; or

relevant work experience;

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENT FOR NON-MALAYSIANS

(1) obtain a score of 500 for TOEFL; or

BAHASA MALAYSIA REQUIREMENT

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY COURSE

Introduction and scope of the research;

Precise research question or objective;

(i) The University of Malaya (Degree of Doctor of Philosophy) Rules 2007

Possess in depth knowledge in various fields of the law

Demonstrate command of knowledge on various aspects of the law

relevant work experience;

relevant work experience;

BAHASA MALAYSIA REQUIREEMENT

Programme by Coursework the minimum period is two (2) normal semesters

The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework

The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Coursework and Research

The Master of Laws Degree Programme by Research

Introduction and scope of the research;