Master of Laws in Labour Law

The LLM in Labour Law concentrates on the legal regulation of work, employment relationships and industrial relations at domestic, regional and international levels. Students explore individual and collective labour law, employment contracts, trade unions, collective bargaining, workplace discrimination and social protection, while engaging with wider economic and policy developments. The programme is ideal for legal practitioners, HR professionals and policymakers working in employment relations, labour standards, dispute resolution and workers’ rights. The LLM is structured over two semesters, with students beginning and completing a master’s dissertation in the second semester in line with the School’s dissertation guidelines and timetable. The degree is designed to be completed within 12 months (1 year) and is open to applicants who hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Lusaka or any other recognised university. Due to the specialised nature of the programme, there are no credit transfers or exemptions. The LLM is offered by distance mode only, combining a three-week residential period at the start of each semester (which may be extended) with self-study and virtual classes held from 17:30 to 20:30 hours, while all final examinations are written in person at the end of each semester.