This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
This course (Certificate in Laws) is recognized under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 3).
Mode of Study
Part-time
Medium of Instruction
Cantonese supplemented with English terminology as appropriate
(Course material and assessment are in English).
Total No. of Classes
32 classes
No. of Classes per week
1 class per week
[Every TUE]
Normal duration for completion of programme
9 months
Fee
$13,650
Course Commencement
Application Deadline
1 week before commencement
Enquiries
Legal knowledge is an indispensable part of our daily life. A good sense in law can greatly promote the quality of decisions made for business or personal issues. This programme meets the needs of people who want to grasp comprehensive, essential legal knowledge in a relatively short period of time.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:
Describe the key concepts and comprehensive knowledge of laws in Hong Kong;
Explain how different laws can impact on everyday lives;
Evaluate the functions of laws in protecting the rights of persons in society;
Apply the general approach for analyzing legal problems; and
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the Hong Kong legal system and its procedures for both civil and criminal cases moving through the court system.
Target Audience
Those who would like to learn essential legal knowledge for work or interest;
Those who would like to have a foundation for taking a law degree.
Programme Features
A foundation programme to provide comprehensive legal knowledge;
Study of real legal cases helps students understand legal concepts in depth;
Taught by experienced lawyers;
Suitable for those with little or no prior knowledge in law.
Lecturers
Practicing lawyers with extensive legal experience
Recommended Admission Qualifications
Level 2 in 5 HKDSE subjects (including English and Chinese); or
Diploma Yi Jin, or
5 passes in HKCEE (including English and Chinese at level 2 or grade E) or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or
Yi Jin Certificate plus 1 year of relevant working experience, or
Other acceptable equivalent qualifications (at QF level 3); or
Mature applicants aged 21 or above with a minimum of 3 years' relevant working experience may also be considered.
| Course Code & Title | Lecture Hours | Exam Hours | Tuition Fee (HKD) |
|
LAW3003EP Certificate in Laws |
96 | 3 | $13,650 |
Major Topics
Comparative English & Hong Kong Legal System
Tort Law
Criminal Law
Contract Law
Wills, Probate & Succession
Family Law
Tenancy and Land Law
E-Commerce Law
|
Intake |
Course Code |
Title |
Commencement |
Time |
Venue |
|
OCT 2023 |
LAW3003EP |
Certificate in
Laws |
3 Oct 2023 (Tue) |
19:00
– 22:00 |
Kwai Hing Campus |
Assessment
The course assessment is divided into two parts: Continuous Assessment and Examination. Students are required to have an overall pass in the overall assessment. The passing mark is 50.
