Duration:9 months
Intakes:September
Campus:ATC Penang Campus, No.49, Jalan Zainal Abidin, 10400 Pulau Pinang
Level of Study:Certificate
Faculty:Faculty of Law
Course Code:(R2/380/6/0010)(03/22)(A7550)
About this course
After graduating with the Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of London (LL.B), you will be required to complete a professional law exam, known as the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP), to become a qualified advocate and solicitor. The Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) is a prerequisite qualifying examination for admission to the Malaysian Bar. If you have obtained the minimum requirements in your LL.B results, you may proceed to read for the CLP course. The exams are conducted by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board, and it is regulated by the Legal Profession Act 1976.
Reading law at ATC College gives you the added advantage of being prepared for the real world. You will learn practical applications for different subjects so that you can answer the exam questions well. You will develop a well-balanced perspective of academic law and practical applications. It is essential training to develop the necessary skills required as a lawyer. You will be taught by excellent tutors, who are a combination of academics and practitioners. The tutors at ATC College are highly experienced with outstanding credentials, and they include CLP textbook authors in the areas of Evidence, Professional Practice, and General Paper. You will definitely have the edge over your peers at ATC College.
Total Course Fees
Registration Fee: RM1,000
Tuition Fee: RM6,000
There is currently a waiver package available. Please e-mail enquiries@atc2u.edu.my for more details.
Subject Listing
- General PaperIn General Paper, you will be reading the Malaysian Tort and Contract Law. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the legal principles, rules, practices, procedures, case law, and its direct application. You will learn to draft, prepare Statements of Claim and other legal documentation.EvidenceIn the subject of Evidence, you will be learning about a lot of interesting cases, and develop an in-depth understanding of the law governing the admissibility of evidence in Malaysia. You will be able to analyse cases, apply the legal principles, and present your argument practically in civil and criminal proceedings.Civil ProcedureCivil Procedure is a very practical and applicable subject for work in a law firm. It is one of the heavier subjects, and you will have an advantage if you have some legal work experience. You must be familiar with the Rules of Court 2012. You will gain detailed knowledge of the procedures governing the stages of a trial, commencing in the High Courts and Subordinate Courts to judgement.Criminal ProcedureIn the Criminal Procedure subject, you will acquire a thorough understanding of the Malaysian criminal procedures, rules, and practices, which include topics such as Arrest, Bail, and Sentencing, Revisionary Powers, and Appeals. You will develop a deep understanding of the legal principles of Criminal Law and related legislation, and the different procedural rules in criminal matters to ensure proper and efficient administration of justice.Professional Practice
This subject is divided into 2 parts, Part A and Part B. Part A is about Ethics and Advocacy, focusing on the rules governing the professional conduct of advocates and solicitors. You will understand and appreciate the roles and responsibilities, liabilities, immunity, privileges, and ethics of the legal profession in Malaysia. In Part B, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of the principles of Malaysian Land Law, Probate Law, Bankruptcy, and Winding-Up Law. You will be able to identify issues and advise on evidence, liability, procedure and remedies, and draft pleadings.
After you have passed the CLP, you may proceed to undergo pupilage, or chambering, for 9 months, under a senior counsel, or master who has at least 7 years of legal experience. This industrial experience is a prerequisite in order to be called to the Malaysian Bar. And if you decide to enter into the corporate world instead, this highly-respected qualification adds weightage to your resume in your chosen field.
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have one of the following Entry requirements:
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- Must be a Malaysian citizen / PR holders
- 5 credits in SPM/O-Levels or equivalent and
- 2 principle passes in A-Levels
- STPM (including Pengajian Am) 2C or
- Foundation programme or it’s equivalent or
- Recognized Law degree with an award of minimum Second Class Lower
