Another Milestone for the APIIT Law School
Launch of the APIIT Law Journal
For over two decades, APIIT has been a trusted name when it comes to starting a Law Degree in Sri Lanka.
The Staffordshire University LLB focusses not only on giving students an in-depth knowledge of law, but also on developing in them the skills and competencies needed for the legal profession. To this end, the programme comprises of modules that provide foundational and specialised knowledge of law, as well as modules which aim to develop skills such as research, negotiation, public speaking, presentation, communication, and team work.
APIIT takes pride in continuous development of its programmes, and meets of the ever-evolving world. One if the latest initiatives taken is the launch of the APIIT Law Journal.
Launch of the APIIT Law Journal
APIIT Law School marks a milestone with the launch of the inaugural APIIT Law Journal – Volume 01, Issue 01. The Law Journal provides a platform for academics, professionals and students to express their scholarly views on a number of interesting topics. Topics covered in the inaugural volume include; legal status on indigenous people, artificial intelligence, role of future arbitrator, mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method, legal status of immoveable property and force majeure clauses in the wake of the Covid – 19 Pandemic, law of matrimonial actions and professional ethics. The journal also includes cross – jurisdictional referencing for comparative perspectives.
The journal is to be launched on March 28 at 6.00 pm. Keeping with the current health regulations, the launch is planned to be hosted virtually on Zoom.
A highlight of the event will be the key note address by Mrs. Dhara Wijayatilake. An Attorney-At-Law by profession and a graduate in Law who served in the public service of Sri Lanka. Mrs. Wijayatilake achieved a milestone in the history of Sri Lanka’s Public service with her appointment as the Secretary to the Ministry of Justice in 1994, and becoming the first woman to be appointed as a Secretary to a
Cabinet Ministry. During her career in the Public Service, Mrs. Wijayatilake also functioned as the Secretary to the Ministry of Plan Implementation and the Ministry of Technology and Research. Mrs. Wijayatilake has served as a member of the Public Service Commission and currently is the Chairperson of the Office for Reparations.
She had also served as a Director and Vice Chairperson of Sampath Bank PLC, and also as the CEO of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Wijayatilake currently serves as Director and Secretary General of the CCC- ICLP International ADR Centre.
APIIT LLB
From the study of murder and the understanding of crime, through to the complexity of business and regulation, students will investigate the rules and principles which impact society and social order.
Students will also have the opportunity to develop an understanding of how the law deals with accidents and contractual disputes, the sale and acquisition of property, the management of trusts and wealth through to the organisation of the state and constitutional powers.
The LLB has 26 modules to offer, including 10 core modules. Additional modules are available, supporting students to develop their English interaction skills and academic writing skills.
Year 1 of the programme provides knowledge of the foundation principles of law, and develops basic legal skills through a set of core modules.
Year 2 of the programme focuses on furthering knowledge on core legal principles and also provides students an opportunity to develop a specialisation by studying an optional module either in the area of Business Law or in Human Rights Law.
In the final year, students will study one core module and will have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of current and industry relevant optional modules taking into consideration their interests and career aspirations.
In addition to lecture delivery, tutorial classes train students to prepare for their exams. A key aspect of the LLB is the opportunity to participate in a number of work- related learning experiences that reflect graduate- level employment. For example, students join in presentations, meeting scenarios, case studies, interviewing and negotiation – and have the opportunity to practice advocacy.
The faculty pays individual attention to each and every student, addressing their concerns.
Staffordshire University
APIIT is affiliated to the prestigious Staffordshire University that has a reputation for excellent teaching quality ( Gold Ranking in Teaching Excellence according to TEF ratings in the UK) and superior student satisfaction.
The university is among the Top 15 universities in the UK when compared to student satisfaction, according to the Complete University Guide 2022. It has a 4- star QS rating and was awarded University of the Year in the Edufuturist Awards 2021. Staffordshire University made the list for the Top 20 Universities for job prospects and the Top 15 for Teaching Quality in the Student Crowd University Awards 2021. It is also the 6th in the country for Social Inclusion in The Times and The Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2022.
Through the affiliation to APIIT, you too can pursue a degree at Staffordshire University!
For more information, call APIIT Colombo on 0765 788 788 or APIIT Kandy on 0773 577 877 or email info@ apiit.lk.