Programme Summary: LL.B (Common & Islamic Law)

RUBK, LL.B LAW PROGRAMME

SECTION 1: SUMMARY OF THE PROGRAMME

a. University: Rayhaan University Birnin Kebbi

b. Name of the programme: Common and Islamic Law    (undergraduate or postgraduate)

c. Department of domicile: School of Law

d. College/Faculty/School of domicile: School of Law

e. Title of degree: LL.B. Common and Islamic Law

f. Existing University undergraduate programmes and their accreditation status.  16 Please list them below:

h. Total number of academic programmes in the University: 16

i. Number of academic programmes with full accreditation status in the University: 16

j. Proposed date of commencement of the proposed programme: 2025/2026 Academic Session

SECTION 2: MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY

The mission of Rayhaan University is to nurture graduates who shall be good citizens capable and innovative in shaping the future of Nigeria.

SECTION 3: PHILOSOPHY

The programme is clearly articulated to enrich and enhance legal study and practice significantly. It is designed to provide legal education within a dynamic socio-political environment encompassing national and global trends and challenges. The main focus of the Law programme is to create an environment that encourages intellectual rigour, analytical and critical engagement, as well as profound ethical standards. The programme must be committed to outcome-based, learner-centred legal education that integrates knowledge, skills, and value competency and ethics to produce law graduates who can compete actively in legal, social, economic, and political developments globally.

The Rayhaan University School of Law provides a collaborative environment in which to learn, think, and communicate about law, policy, and justice. Our program is engaged in preparing students for academic pursuits, professional development, enhanced personal lives, and responsible global citizenship; extending the frontiers of knowledge through research, creative efforts, and liberal scholarship; fostering an intellectual culture that merges theory with practice; contributing to social, economic, and cultural development, and, through intellectual productivity, enhancing the quality of life of the people of Nigeria, Africa, and all humanity.

SECTION 4: AIMS/OBJECTIVES

The aim and objectives of the programme are as follows:

The study of Common and Islamic Law will afford students the opportunity to:

  1. Understand the sources, nature and function of Islamic Law in a historical context.
  2. Appreciate the framework for thinking about social realities and institutional structures that help shape Islamic law.
  3. Understand some of the legal changes in the context and application of Islamic Law in contemporary times.
  4. Appreciate the application of Islamic law from a comparative viewpoint alongside English/civil law.
  5. Appreciate the influence of Common and Islamic Law on the legal and political systems of many countries with mixed Islamic and civil law systems.
  6. Equip students with the ability to conduct in-depth research and write scholarly papers on matters related to Common and Islamic law.
  7. Understand the basic principles of Common and Islamic law.
  8. Appreciate the main differences between Islamic law and Western legal systems in critical areas of interest.
  9. Be able to discuss contemporary issues relating to Common and Islamic law.
  10. Recognize the essential techniques of interpreting Islamic law’s classical concepts and terminology.

SECTION 5: RATIONALE/JUSTIFICATION

  1. The new programme is compatible with institutional mission.
  2. The new programme is of relevance to national needs.
  3. The staff presently available on ground can successfully start and run the programme to a reasonable level.

SECTION 6:  ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

The admission requirement is by two modes: indirect (UTME) and direct entry modes as stated below:

Indirect (UTME) Mode

The minimum academic requirement is credit level passes in five (5) subjects at O’ Level in the nationally recognised examination, including English Language, Literature in English and Islamic Studies obtained at not more than two sittings; such a candidate must, in addition, have an acceptable pass in the UTME.

Direct Entry Mode

  1. A two or three–year Diploma certificate plus credit passes in five (5) papers, including English Language, Literature in English and Islamic Studies at the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination or General Certificate of Education ‘Ordinary’ Level or their equivalent; or
  2. Three (3) papers at the Principal or Advanced Level in Higher School Certificate or GCE together with credit in English Language, English Literature and Islamic Studies in the S.S.S. Certificate Examination or GCE ‘O’ Level or their equivalent, or
  3. Two (2) papers at Principal or Advanced Level in HSC or GCE plus credit in three (3) other papers (including English Language, English Literature and Islamic Studies) in S.S.S. Certificate examination or GCE ‘O’ Level or their equivalent.
  4. A university degree from any discipline provided the UTME requirements are met.

SECTION 7:  COURSE CONTENT

The University has adopted:

  1. The nationally approved CCMAS (Adopted the approved 70% CCMAS); and
    1. Additional courses to the approved CCMAS (developed 30% institutional addition to the CCMAS).

SECTION 8:  GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

The following regulations shall govern the conditions for the award of a combined honours degree in Common and Islamic Law:

  1. Candidates admitted through the UTME mode shall have registered for a minimum of 180 and a maximum of 195 units of courses during the 5–year degree law programme;
  2. Candidates admitted through the Direct Entry mode shall have registered for a minimum of 150 and a maximum of 170 units of courses during a 4–year degree law programme; and
  3. A student shall qualify for the award of LL.B Common Law and Islamic Law (Combined) degree when the student has completed and passed all compulsory courses and such elective/optional courses as may be specified by the university/faculty; obtained a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) set by the university but not less than 1.00 and earned the minimum credit units of not less than 180 for those that entered through UTME and 150 through Direct Entry.

SECTION 9: AVAILABLE LIBRARY FACILITIES RELEVANT TO PROGRAMME

Adequate Library holdings, e-resources and instructional facilities have been provided to support the programme. The University has invested significantly in human resources, modern infrastructure, and educational materials to ensure our students receive the best possible education. The University has experienced professionals and scholars committed to guiding students through their academic journey.

LIST OF 16 APPROVED COURSES

  1. B.Sc Computer Science;
  2. B.Sc Information and Communication Technology;
  3. B.Sc Cyber Security;
  4. B.Sc Software Engineering;
  5. B.Sc Physics and Electronics;
  6. B.Sc Microbiology;
  7. B. Sc Forensic Science;
  8. B.Sc Criminology and Security Studies;
  9. B.Sc Peace and Conflict Resolution;
  10. B.Sc Intelligence and Security Studies;
  11. B.Sc Mass Communication;
  12. B.Sc Taxation;
  13. B.Sc Finance and Investment Management;
  14. B.Sc International Relations and Diplomacy
  15. B.Sc Investment and Security Studies
  16. LL.B. Common and Islamic Law