SEMESTER   I

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
မ-၁၀၀၁	မြန်မာစာ	3	2	2
Eng  1001	English	3	2	2
Law  1101	Introduction to the Study of Law I	4	3	2
Law 1102	History of State and Law	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
AM 1001	Aspects of Myanmar	3	2	2
	TOTAL	20	14	12

Total Credits   – 20

Total Hours     – 26 hours

Foundation Courses

မ ၁၀၀၁           မြန်မာစာ

Eng 1001         English

Core Courses  (For Law Specialization)

Law 1101        Introduction to the Study of Law I

Law 1102        History of State and Law

Elective Courses (One subject to be taken)

Phil1001          Logic in Practice I

Hist 1001        Introduction to Myanmar Civilizations I

IR 1002           Introduction to International Relations I

Psy 1003         Public Relations

Eco 1001         Principles of Microeconomics

Geog1003       Geography of Southeast Asian Countries

OS   1003        Buddhist Culture

AM 1001         Aspects of Myanmar

 

Introduction to the Study of Law I

Module No. 1101

Semester I

 

Course Description

          This module introduces the legal education in Myanmar. It covers the nature , meaning and concept of Law, sources of Law, the classification of Law, method of  studying Law including  enacted Law, interpretation , Judicial Precedents and Law Reports.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

            At the end of the semester, students will be able to -

• identify the whole legal education policy laid down by the government;
• analyze nature and concept of Law ;
• demonstrate basic legal research skills ;
• explain how the case in Law or judge made Law will act as a precedent or doctrine;

 

History of State and Law

Module No. 1102

Semester I

Course Description

           This module primarily examines the evolution of the formation of State and sources and development of Law. It includes the following topics: the State, the Law, Law and Legal Administration in the Era of Myanmar Kings, Laws of Myanmar Naing-Ngan under the Colonial Rule and Law and Legal Administration after Independence up to present. The module also introduces the students to the sources of Myanmar Traditional Law in the period of Myanmar Kings.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, students will be able to-

• explain the kinds of State, modern democratic State and rights and duties of State;
• analyze and evaluate the sources of Law and the ancient Laws;
• identify the sources of Myanmar Traditional Law (Dhammathats, Yazathats, Phyathtons) and appreciate Traditional Trial Procedures such as ordeal by fire, water, rice and lead when there were no adduce testimony, oral or documentary for both parties;
• refine critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and improving the skills to undertake historical research.

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SEMESTER II

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week     Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
မ-၁၀၀၂	မြန်မာစာ	3	2	2
Eng 1002	English	3	2	2
Law 1103	Introduction to the Study of Law II	4	3	2
Law 1104	Jurisprudence	4	3	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
AM  1002	Aspects of Myanmar	3	2	2
	TOTAL	20	14	12

 

Introduction to the Study of Law II

Module No. Law 1103

Semester II

Course Description

            This module focuses on legal profession especially code of ethics and etiquettes, conduct of judges, lawyers and practitioners,  Public Laws such as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Public International Law, Private Laws including Myanmar Customary Law, Law of Contract and Tort, Land Law, Procedural Law namely Criminal Procedure Code, Civil Procedure Code, Law of Evidence. It also consists of Rules of Law, Human Rights, Legal Aid Law and Clinical Legal Education.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to-

• discuss the nature of the legal profession, the characteristics of an advocate, the code of ethics and etiquettes of a practicing lawyer;
• differentiate between public Laws and private Laws;
• identify what procedural Laws are;
• realize the importance of rules of law and human rights;
• share legal awareness with their respective communities.

 

Jurisprudence

Module No. Law 1104

Semester II

Course Description

         This module is designed for general introduction to jurisprudence. It covers the concept of Law, legal theories, and administration of justice, legal rights, ownership, possession, liability and the Law of obligation. It requires students critically to consider the nature of Law, its role in society, and various perspectives on and critiques of Law.

 

Course Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to-

• analyze how Law can be classified into different kinds and explain the differences between the major historical schools of jurisprudence concerning the nature of Law;
• evaluate critically about legal theory in linked with sociological thinking;
• analyze the wrong and duties which are closely connected with rights;
• think critically about ownership which consists of a complex of rights all of which are right in rem, being good against all the world and not merely against specific persons;
• distinguish between Civil Justice and Criminal Justice;
• reflect on the significance of notions of liability with related Mens Rea, intention, motive, malice and negligence;

critically analyze the nature and sources of obligation and obligation arising from contracts, torts or quasi contracts.

SEMESTER I

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week     Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Eng  2001	English	3	2	2
Law 2101	Myanmar Customary Law I	4	3	2
Law 2102	Law of Contract	4	3	2
Law 2103	Labour Law	4	3	2
Elective (Law)	*	3	2	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	Total	21	15	12

Total Credits   – 21

Total Hours     – 27 hours

Foundation Course

Eng 2001         English

Core Courses

Law 2101        Myanmar Customary Law I

Law 2102        Law of Contract

Law 2103         Labour Law   

 Elective Courses   (For Law Specialization )

 (One subject to be taken)

Law 2104        Law Relating to Sale of Goods

Law 2105        Principles of Legal Ethics and Legal Research

( One subject to be taken )
Eng 2003         Developing Communicative Skills I
Phil 2004         Philosophy of Law I
IR 2002           Elements of Political Institutions I
Eco 2001         Macroeconomics
Elective Courses  ( For other Specializations )
Law 2001        Study of Law (CU - 3 For IR)

Law 2002   Business Law (For BBM,B Act) (Yangon Eco)
Law 2003  Law and Justice I (For Political Science)

 

Myanmar Customary Law I

Module No. Law-2101

Semester I

Course Description

             မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေဆိုသည်မှာ ဗုဒ္ဓဘာသာမြန်မာလူမျိုးတို့၏ လက်ထပ် ထိမ်းမြားရေး၊ လင်မယားကွာရှင်းရေး၊ သားသမီးမွေးစားရေး၊ အမွေဆက်ခံရေး ကိစ္စရပ်များနှင့် သက်ဆိုင်သည့် မြန်မာမိသားစုဥပဒေဖြစ်သည်။မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေဘာသာရပ်တွင်မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေ၏အရင်းမြစ်များအကြောင်း၊ထိမ်းမြားလက်ထပ်ရေး၊ကွာရှင်းခြင်း၊သားသမီးမွေးစားခြင်း၊၂၀၁၅ခုနှစ်မြန်မာဗုဒ္ဓဘာသာဝင်မိန်းမများအထူးထိမ်းမြားခြင်းဆိုင်ရာဥပဒေ၊တစ်လင်တစ်မယားစနစ်ကျင့်သုံးခြင်းဆိုင်ရာဥပဒေ၊ ကိုးကွယ်ရာဘာသာကူးပြောင်းခြင်းဆိုင်ရာဥပဒေတို့ကိုသင်ယူရပါမည်။

 

Course Learning Outcomes

ပထမစာသင်နှစ်ဝက်အဆုံးတွင် ကျောင်းသား/သူများသည်

-မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေနှင့် ပြဌာန်းဥပဒေတို့ ဆန့်ကျင်နေလျှင်မည်သည့် ဥပဒေကိုလိုက်နာရ မည်ဖြစ်ကြောင်း၊

-မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေအရ မယားအများယူခြင်းကျင့်သုံးခဲ့သော်လည်း ၂၀၁၅ခုနှစ် တစ်လင် တစ်မယားစနစ်ကျင့်သုံးခြင်းဆိုင်ရာဥပဒေအရ မယားအများယူခဲ့ပါလျှင်မည်သို့ပြစ်ဒဏ်ထိုက် ကြောင်း၊ ဘာသာကူးပြောင်းခြင်းဆိုင်ရာဥပဒေအရဘာသာကူးပြောင်းလိုသူများမည်သို့ဆောင်ရွက် ရမည့် ပြဌာန်းချက်များကို သိရှိပြီးလက်ရှိဖြစ်ပေါ်နေသောအခြေအနေများကို သုံးသပ်တင်ပြနိုင်ခြင်း၊

- ပဒေသရာဇ်ခေတ်၊ ကိုလိုနီခေတ်နှင့်ယနေ့တရားမမှုများကိုစစ်ဆေးရာတွင် မြန်မာတို့လက်ခံ ကျင့်သုံးသောဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းများ၊ကျင့်စဉ်များ၊ဓမ္မသတ်ကျမ်းများနှင့်အညီ ချမှတ်ထားသည့် စီရင် ထုံးများ၊ ဆုံးဖြတ်ချက်များ ကိုတိတိကျကျ သဘောပေါက်နားလည်နိုင်မည်ဖြစ်ခြင်း၊

-မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေအရထိမ်းမြားလက်ထပ်ရေးဆိုင်ရာအခြေခံမူများ၊ တရားဝင်လင်မယား ဖြစ်ရန်လိုအပ်ချက်များ၊ မြန်မာဗုဒ္ဓဘာသာဝင်တို့အခြားဘာသာဝင်များနှင့် ထိမ်း မြားလက်ထပ်ခြင်း၊ ထိမ်းမြားလက်ထပ်ခြင်းဆိုင်ရာမှုခင်းများ၊ထိမ်းမြားလက်ထပ်ရေးဆိုင်ရာပစ္စည်းခန်းများ အကြောင်း ကို နားလည်သဘောပေါက်ပြီးလက်တွေ့အသုံးပြုနိုင်မည်ဖြစ်ခြင်း၊

 -မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေအရ အိမ်ထောင်ရေးပြစ်မှုများအကြောင်း၊ လင်မယားကွာရှင်းခြင်း၊ လင်မယားကွာရှင်းချိန်ပစ္စည်းခွဲဝေမှုများ၊လင်မယားကွာရှင်းချိန်သားသမီးထိန်းသိမ်းမှုများအကြောင်း သိရှိနိုင်ပြီး မြန်မာ့ဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေအရသားသမီးမွေးစားခြင်းနှင့်ပတ်သက်၍လိုအပ်သောအချက် များကိုသိရှိနိုင်မည်ဖြစ်ပြီးယနေ့ဖြစ်ပေါ်နေသောပြဿနာများကိုဖြေရှင်းရာတွင် အထောက်အကူ ဖြစ်စေနိုင်မည်ဖြစ်ပါသည်။

 

Law of Contract

Module No. Law-2102

Semester I

Course Description

             This module explores the basic elements required for a valid contract, void and voidable contract, performance of contract, quasi contract, discharge of the contract, consequences of breach of contract and Law of Agency. This course enables the students to know what makes up a binding contract and to resolve a breach of contract in the form of damages.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to -

• discuss the essentials factors to constitute a valid contract and voidable contract;
• analyze factual situations and correctly identify the relevant principles of Law of          Contract that are applicable to the resolution of problems raised by the particular factual situations;
• examine the various remedies that can be awarded where a contract has been breached;
• decide the general principles that are applied by the Court when they calculate the appropriate amount of damages.

 

Labour Law

Module No. Law-2103

Semester I

 

Course Description

              This module focuses on the historical development of Labour Law in Myanmar, Laws relating to workman compensation, social security, shops and establishments, employment skills and development, and occupational safety and health. It also relates to forms of various levels of labour organizations, settlement of disputes mechanism and ILO conventions ratified by Myanmar.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to-

• apply the meaning of employer, workman, dependent, partial disablement, total disablement, shop, commercial establishment, and establishment for public entertainment significantly in the real life context,
• explain the working age and working hours, and leaves and holidays;
• illustrate the employer’s liability for compensation in employment injury;
• discuss how to protect the rights of the workers and how to have better relationship between the employers and workers;
• share the benefits of social security systems in their community.

 

Law relating to Sale of Goods

Module No. Law-2104

 Semester I

Course Description

           This module includes the provisions laid down in Sale of Goods Act, 1930 especially formation and subject matter of contract, conditions and warranties, implied terms of the sale contract, rights and duties of seller and buyer, actions for breach of contract. It also consists of incoterms: FOB, CIF etc. and documentary credit.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to-

• explain the importance of contract of sale, goods, sales;
• differentiate between a sale and agreement to sell;
• compare between conditions and warranties;
• illustrate the statutory remedies for the breach of the duties of buyer and seller;
• infer incoterms and various types of letter of credit which are important in the international sale contract
• critically analyze the case with the problem solving ability which will help them in the practicing field.

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SEMESTER II

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week     Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Eng  2002	English	3	2	2
Law  2106	Myanmar Customary Law II	4	3	2
Law  2107	Law of  Tort	4	3	2
Law  2108	Land Law	4	3	2
Elective (Law)	*	3	2	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	TOTAL	21	15	12

Total Credits – 21

Total Hours – 27 hours

Foundation Course

Eng 2002         English

Core Courses

Law 2106        Myanmar Customary Law II

Law 2107        Law of  Tort

Law 2108        Land Law

Elective Courses  (For Law Specialization )

(One subject to be taken)

Law 2109        Negotiable Instruments Act

Law 2110        Law of Banking

(One subject to be taken)

Eco 2002         International Trade

Eng 2004         Developing Communicative Skills II

Phil 2009         Philosophy of Law II

IR 2004           Elements of Political Institutions II

Elective Courses  (For other Specializations )

Law 2003  Business Law (Commerce + B Act) (Monywa/Mehtila)

Law 2004  Law and Justice II (For Political Science)

Law 2005        ASEAN Documents

Law 2006        Introduction to International Law (For IR)

 

Myanmar Customary Law II

Law-2106

Semester II

Course Description

             မြန်မာဓလေ့ထုံးတမ်းဥပဒေအတွဲ(၂)တွင်အခန်း(၄)ခန်းပါရှိပါသည်။  အခန်း(၁)အမွေဆက်ခံရေး၊အခန်း(၂)အမွေခွဲဝေပေးစေလိုမှု(အမွေအုပ်ထိန်းမှု)၊အမွေထိန်းစာနှင့်အမွေဆက်ခံရန်လက်မှတ်၊ (၃) ပေးကမ်းခြင်း၊ (၄) ဦးစွာဝယ်ပိုင်ခွင့်တို့ပါဝင်ပါသည်။

 

Course Learning Outcomes

ကျောင်းသားကျောင်းသူများသည်စာသင်နှစ်ဝက်ကုန်ဆုံးသည့်အခါ၌-

-အမွေဆက်ခံရေးဆိုင်ရာအခြေခံမူများနှင့်အမွေခံတို့၏အစီအစဉ်ကိုရှင်းပြနိုင်လိမ့်မည်။အထူး သဖြင့် လင်နှင့်မယားတို့၏အမွေဆက်ခံရေး၊ သားသမီးများအမွေဆက်ခံရေးနှင့် မြေးမြစ်များ အမွေဆက်ခံ ရေးတို့ကိုဆွေးနွေးနိုင်လိမ့်မည်။

-အမွေခွဲဝေပေးစေလိုမှုနှင့်အမွေခွဲဝေစေမှုတွင်မည်သူတို့ပါဝင်သင့်သည်ကိုလည်းကောင်း၊မည်သူ တို့သည်အမွေထိန်းစာလျှောက်နိုင်သူများဖြစ်သည်၊ မည်သူတို့သည်အမွေဆက်ခံရန် လက်မှတ်  လျှောက်ခွင့်ရှိသည်တို့ကိုခွဲခြားနိုင်လိမ့်မည်။

-ပေးကမ်းခြင်းအမျိုးမျိုးကိုသိရှိပြီးမည်သို့ပေးကမ်းခြင်းက တရားဝင်ပေးကမ်းခြင်းဖြစ်သည်ကို ဆုံး ဖြတ်နိုင်လိမ့်မည်။

-ဦးစွာဝယ်ပိုင်ခွင့်နှင့်ပတ်သတ်၍စည်းကမ်းချက်များနှင့်ကာလစည်းကမ်းသတ်ချိန်ကိုသိရှိနား လည် နိုင်လိမ့်မည်။

 

Law of Tort

Module No. Law-2107

Semester II

Course Description

            This module covers the substantive principles of tort claims and their defenses. It also describes the three main theories of tort liability; intent, negligence, and product liability and analyzes the theoretical and practical aspects of tort liability. It explores certain basic litigation concepts.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to-

• examine what are the ingredients and basic factors to constitute a tort;
• demonstrate proficiency and good judgment in analyzing and interpreting cases;
• apply the knowledge about the remedies and defenses in taking an action for certain kinds of tort;
• judge in extracting legal rules and rationales from cases;
• differentiate tort from contract and tort from crime.

 

Land Law

Module No. Law-2108

 Semester II

Course Description

           This module looks at the various property rights and land tenure system available in Law and Policy in Myanmar. It also explores the acquisition of land holder’s status, rights of the land holder, acquisition and use of land, sale, mortgage, lease, exchange, gift and protection of interests in land under the applicable Laws and rules in Myanmar.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to-

• identify the different categories of property rights in land;
• examine the development and evolution of the land tenure system in Myanmar;
• discuss the current legislation on management of land including the legal restrictions on their use;
• criticize some of the key issues related to Land Laws.

 

Negotiable Instruments Act

Module No. Law-2109

Semester II

Course Description

            This module deals with the provisions of the Law of Negotiable Instruments. It focuses on feature of negotiable instruments, learning about bill of exchange, promissory note and cheque, types of crossing cheque, understanding about negotiation and endorsement, different kinds of indorsement and effect of indorsement, presentment and acceptance, etc. This module covers the study of legal principles applied to business transactions.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to -

- differentiate between promissory note and bill of exchange;

- explain what negotiable instruments are and how negotiable instruments came into play in the situation of acceptance, presentment and dishonor for the purpose of business transaction;

- examine how many different kinds of indorsement and effect of indorsement;

- distinguish presentment for acceptance from presentment for payment.

SEMESTER I

 

Module No	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Eng     3001	English	3	2	2
Law    3101	Criminal Law	4	3	2
Law    3102	Public International Law	4	3	2
Law    3103	Business Law I	4	3	2
Elective(Law)	*	3	2	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	TOTAL	21	15	12

Total Credits   – 21    

Total Hours        – 27 hours

Foundation Course

Eng 3001                     English

Core Courses

Law 3101        Criminal Law

Law 3102        Public International Law

Law 3103        Business Law I

Elective Courses   (For Law Specialization)

(One subject to be taken)

Law 3104        Conflict of Laws

Law 3105        Special Criminal Laws

(One subject to be taken)

Psy 3001         Crime and Psychology I                                                                                                      

Eng 3003         Developing Communicative Skills I  

Eco 3001         Introduction to Economics of Development

IR 3002           Current Issues in International Relations I

Elective Courses  (For other Specializations)

 Law 3001/Law 3201(1^st Yr.Hons)       Business Law (Management Studies (BBA)) (For Eco)

Law 3002/ Law 3202(1^st Yr.Hons)     International Law I (4 CU For IR)

 Law 3003/Law 3203(1^st Yr.Hons) General Principles of International Law (For PS)

 MS 3105/ MS 3205                           Customary Law of Myanmar  (4 Cu For MS)

 Mgt 3101/Mgt 3201                       Business Law   (For Yangon Eco/YWA)                                                    

 BM 3107/BM 3207                        Business Law I (For UDE)

 BM 3001                                                          Business Law (NMC)

 PP 3001/PP 3201                            Public Administration Law  I

 ES 3101/ES 3201(1^st Yr. Hons)         Environmental Law (4 Cu for ES)

 LTM 3001/ LTM 3201                    Tourism Law (For Tourism)

 

Criminal Law

Module No. Law-3101

Semester I

 Course Description

            This module covers the fundamental principles of Criminal Law. The major topics of study includes operation of the Code, punishment, general exceptions, attempt, abetment, criminal conspiracy, offences against the State, offences against the public tranquility, offences affecting the body and against property, offences relating to marriage and defamation under the Penal Code of  Myanmar1861.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the students would be able to-

• apply the basic rules of Criminal Law to real-life context;
• examine legal case studies within the Court system by utilizing legal rules to solve legal problems;
• critically analyze the acts which are exempted from criminal liability;
• apply knowledge of the different methods to analyzing and arguing about the Criminal Law.

 

Public International Law I

Module No. Law-3102

Semester I

 Course Description

              Public International Law looks at events, principles and challenges about on the history, theory of International Law. It also observes sovereignty context with states and continuously changing modern theory, international justice and governance. Sovereignty and globalization are important issues by which how States have attempted to innovate and use Public International Law for their interest peacefully.  This module covers the origin, nature and sources of International Law, subject of International Law, relation between International Law and Municipal Law, recognition of States and Governments, State territory, State jurisdiction and State responsibility.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• address contemporary real world issues with international legal principles;
• debate states’ accountability for their actions on another States or individuals;
• apply their knowledge to current international relations.

 

Business Law I

Module No. Law-3103

Semester I

 Course Description

             The people all over the world are doing the business. In doing so, the working people should know about the Business Law. This subject intends to convince the learners the different types of business organizations and the Myanmar Companies Law, 2017. It also details about establishing and dissolution of Partnership, Company, Co-operate in Myanmar.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• analyze the elements of partnership and whether partnership to be registered or not;
• recommend how a company can be formed legally;
• classify the types of company and explain about the duties and care of director, and nature of share, stock and debenture;
• differentiate between the pros and cons of the previous Myanmar Companies Act and the new Myanmar Companies Law.

 

Conflict of  Laws

Module No. Law-3104

Semester I

 Course Description

            Private International Law or Conflict of Laws reviews the legal rules when the citizen involves the alien in another country with various ways; social, economic and business. It also deals with the Law of Jurisdiction, Choice of Law, Law of Contract and Tort, Law of Property, and lastly recognition and enforcement of Foreign Judgments and Foreign Laws.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• analyze the main doctrine of Private International Law;
• distinguish the differences between domicile, nationality and residence;
• contemplate on how principles concerning recognition and enforcement of foreign judgment were regulated in Myanmar;
• explain the methods of avoiding Conflict of Laws.

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 SEMESTER     II

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Eng   3002	English	3	2	2
Law  3106	Criminal Procedure Code	4	3	2
Law  3107	Human Rights Law	4	3	2
Law 3108	Business Law II	4	3	2
Elective (Law)	*	3	2	2
Elective	*	3	2	2
	TOTAL	21	15	12

Total Credits   – 21

Total Hours     – 27 hours

Foundation Course

Eng 3002         English

Core Courses

Law 3106        Criminal Procedure Code

Law 3107        Human Rights Law

Law 3108        Business Law II

Elective Courses (For Law Specialization)

(One subject to be taken)

Law 3109        Law of Insurance

Law 3110        Law of Treaties

Elective Courses (One subject to be taken)

Psy 3002         Crime and Psychology II

Eco 3002         International Finance

Eng 3004         Developing Communicative Skills II

IR 3004           Current Issues in International Relations II   

Elective Courses (For other Specializations)

Law 3004/Law 3204   Legal Protection of Intellectual Property Rights (For LI)

Law 3005/Law 3205 (1^st Yr Hon.)   International Law II  (4 CU for IR)

Law 3006/Law 3206 (1^st Yr Hon.)  International Human Rights Law (For P S)

Law 3007/Law 3207   Business and Human Rights (3Cu for BDevS) (Eco)                                          

BM 3108 /BM 3208       Business Law and Human Rights (For UDE)                                      

PP 3002/PP 3202               Public Administration Law II

AS 3006/ AS 3206             Legal Framework on ASEAN II

 

Criminal Procedure Code

Module No. Law 3106

 Semester II

Course Description

            This module introduces the organization and jurisdiction of the Courts, aid and information to the Magistrates, the police and persons making arrests, information to the police and their powers to investigate, charges, kinds of trial, bail, judgment, execution, appeal, reference and revision, general provisions as to inquiries and trials, withdrawal of complaint, maintenance of wives and children.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• identify, explain and apply the principles of criminal procedure code covered in the course;
• classify the aid and information to the magistrates, the police and persons making arrest;
• demonstrate general provisions relating to arrest and realize how to arrest without warrant;
• critically analyze summons case and warrant case and compare cognizable offence from non-cognizable offence;
• determine the duties of the police in investigation into the offences and in arresting offenders.

 

Human Rights Law

Module No. Law 3107

Semester II

 Course Description

            International Human Rights Law is built upon the premise of history, development of human rights and human rights conventions. This module empowers law students with the knowledge to enforce the human right issues in their daily life. In addition, they learn how important human rights are to lead a halcyon situation in the whole world.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• appreciate and respect human rights;
• get a broad sense for a freedom to do or protect something which is unfair and injustice;
• demonstrate human rights awareness and evaluate human rights concept and ideas.

 

Business Law II

Module No. Law 3108

Semester II

Course Description

            This module introduces the different types of business organizations and how to do the business in Myanmar. It also includes Law relating to investment, especially Myanmar Investment Laws and Rules, Myanmar Special Economic Zone Law, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Law, and the existing Laws relating to business in Myanmar and International Agreements concerning intellectual property.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• recommend how a company can be formed legally,
• classify the ways of investment and explain the duties of investor and developer,
• explain international agreements on trade related of intellectual property rights,
• analyze the tax incentive system of investment in Myanmar.

 

Law of Insurance

Module No. Law 3109

Semester II

 Course Description

            This module aims to familiarize the students with kinds of insurance, nature of insurance and ways to build up insurance contract and insurance company, and convince them how insurance policies are important in our daily life. And it also observes the insurance finance, payment system with international land mark case.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

- analyze and apply the insurance contract, concerned Laws and instructions and ethics of insurers and insured;

- assess the insurance contract and cases, and vividly see insurance resources;

- evaluate the insurance business and true nature of insurance and risk.

SEMESTER I

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Law  4101	Constitutional Law	4	3	2
Law  4102	Civil Litigation I	4	3	2
Law  4103	Revenue Law    I	4	3	2
Law  4104	Law of International Institutions	4	3	2
Elective  Law 1	*	3	2	2
Elective  Law 2	*	3	2	2
	TOTAL	22	16	12

Total Credits   – 22

Total Hours     – 28 hours

Core Courses

Law 4101        Constitutional Law

Law 4102        Civil Litigation I

Law 4103        Revenue Law     I

Law 4104        Law of International Institutions 

Elective Courses 

Law 4105  International Humanitarian Law

Law 4106        International Economic Law

Law 4107        Child Law of Myanmar

Elective Courses  (For Other Specializations)

Law 4001/Law 4201(2^nd Yr. Hons)              World Constitutions (For IR)

Law 4002/Law 4202 (2^nd Yr. Hons)            Administrative Law (For IR)

 

Constitutional Law

Module No. Law 4101

Semester I

 Course Description

             A State is a political unit that has sovereignty over an area of territory and people within it. In order to make and enforce Laws the State must have a supreme authority and this module explores the importance of sovereignty of the State and Constitution. It also deals with classification of Constitution, historical development of the Constitutions of Myanmar and analyzes separation of powers among the three branches of the organs of the government.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• trace the historical development of the Constitutions of Myanmar;
• compare the previous Constitutions from the current one;
• apply the general concept of a constitutional framework;
• analyze federalism and the role of State;
• realize drafting process of a Constitution.

 

Civil Litigation I

Module No. 4102

 Semester I

 Course Description

           This module primarily examines the jurisdiction of the Courts and Res-judicata, place of suing under the Civil Procedure Code. The module also introduces the students to the institution of suits, the frame of suits, issue and service of summons, pleadings generally, plaint, written statement and set-off. It requires students critically to consider the examination on whether allegations in pleadings, summons to the witness, hearing of the suit, affidavits, judgment and decree.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to-

• understand and apply the knowledge of the jurisdiction of the Court and how to choose place of suing;
• analyze forms of pleading, and how to make the plaint by the plaintiff and written statement by the defendant;
• perform the hearing of the suit and examination of witnesses, and critically analyze what the issue of fact and issue of law are;
• obtain critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills in their respective fields;
• demonstrate awareness of the rules of professional conduct governing litigation in Myanmar.

 

Revenue Law I

Module No. 4103

Semester I

 Course Description

           This module explores an introduction to, and overview of, fundamental concepts of land and revenue in general. It introduces the major provisions in current Laws such as the Land and Revenue Act, the Upper Myanmar Land and Revenue Regulation, the Stamp Act and Court Fees Act in Myanmar.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• identify the specific operation of stamp duties and principles underlying this Law;
• determine how to institute in civil suit and file criminal cases with required court fees;
• explain how to collect the revenue from the land in the Union of Myanmar;
• evaluate land revenue management systems in Myanmar.

 

Law of International Institutions

Module No.4104

Semester I

Course Description

              The purpose of the module is to provide an introduction to the principles and norms of International Law applicable to the international organizations. It discusses the essential topics of the law of international organizations, including powers, privileges and immunities, as well as membership rules, institutional structures, and accountability. There is a focus on the United Nations system, as a fundamental objective of the module is to develop a critical understanding of their impact vis-à-vis the current global challenges (economic and financial crises, migration, armed conflicts, natural disasters, epidemics).

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• define the meaning of the term International Organizations such as the United Nations and it’s organs, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO) and the ASEAN organs;
• explain the historical development and the theoretical approaches related to Law of International Organizations , and knowledge of the global and regional systems;
• describe and evaluate the International Law applicable to selected International Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations;
• examine the interaction between various institutions and their role within the broader international legal system including its institutional framework.

 

International Economic Law

Module No. Law 4106

Semester I

 Course Description

             International Economic Law aims to advocate an understanding of Law and policies framework of International Economic Law. It focuses the aspects of natural resources management and foreign management and finance problem, WTO rules and its organs, and other global finance institution such as IMF.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• identify and critically analyze adjustment between theoretical idea and practical application;
• realize rational development of economic and finance institutions;
• appreciate WTO and its rules;
• make productive thinking and engage legal problem within international legal framework.

 

Child Law of Myanmar

Module No. Law 4107

Semester I

 

Course Description

              This module focuses on the Law as it relates to children in a variety of contexts. It builds a foundation for the study of Specific Laws by exploring Human Rights, social and legal perspectives. This also explores issues involving children’s rights, parental rights, educational rights, child abuse and neglect relating to the Convention on the Rights of Child.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• analyze the constitutional rights of the child and rights according to the existing Laws in Myanmar;
• identify the elements of a children’s rights approach to legal issues that affect children and young people with regard to CEDAW and CRC;
• critically analyze the role of Law and the limits of domestic legislative framework from a children’s rights perspective.

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SEMESTER II

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Law  4108	Administrative Law	4	3	2
Law  4109	Civil Litigation II	4	3	2
Law  4110	Revenue Law II	4	3	2
Law  4111	International Environmental Law	4	3	2
Elective  Law 1	*	3	2	2
Elective  Law 2	*	3	2	2
	TOTAL	22	16	12

Total Credits – 22

Total Hours   – 28 hours

Core Courses

Law 4108        Administrative Law

Law 4109        Civil Litigation II

Law 4110        Revenue Law II

Law 4111        International Environmental Law

 Elective Courses

Law 4112        Law of the Sea

Law 4113        Transport Law

Law 4114        Law of International Trade

Elective Courses (For Other Specializations)

Law 4003/Law 4203      (2^nd Yr. Hons)    International Environmental Law (For IR)

Law 4004/Law 4204    (2^nd Yr. Hons)     International Human Rights Law (For IR)

Law 4005                                               Law of Contract (3 CU for BDevS) (Eco)

ES   4110 (4^th Yr.)/4210(2^nd Yr. Hons) Enforcement of Environmental Law (4 Cu)

MS 4109/MS 4209                                      Practical Aspects of Myanmar Customary Law

 

Administrative Law

Module No. Law 4108

Semester II

 Course Description

             Administrative Law is the body of Law that governs the administration and regulation of government agencies. This module includes Law relating to the rule-making power of the administrative bodies, the quasi- judicial function of administrative agencies, legal liabilities of public authorities and power of the ordinary courts to supervise administrative authorities.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• define the nature and scope of Administrative Law;
• analyze the impact and operation of Administrative Law from policy perspectives;
• apply Administrative Law principles to solve legal problems;
• explain the fundamental rules of Natural Justice .

 

Civil Litigation II

Module No. 4109

Semester II

 Course Description

           This module introduces the rules and principles governing procedure in Civil Litigation. It examines about the execution of decree and orders. It covers the death, marriage, insolvency of parties, commissions, suits relating to mortgages of immoveable property, appointments receivers, appeal from original and appellate decrees, pauper appeal, reference, review and revision. It focuses on the litigation process through which parties enforce legal rights by going to Court.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• understand what decrees may be executed and property liable to attachment and sale in execution of decree,
• evaluate critically the essential of death, marriage and insolvency of the plaintiff (or) defendant, how to make withdrawal of suit and the payment in Court,
• analyze the discretionary power of the Court of judge who has the power to alter an order of his predecessor with regard to the issue of a commission,
• explain a minor and unsound person has no direct application for the suit ,
• reflect on the significance of notions of the appointment and duties of receiver,
• identify who may appeal as pauper and make inquiry into pauperism,
• communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, court staff, and other persons through oral communication and written documents.

 

Revenue Law

Module No.4110

Semester II

Course Description

                This module provides an introduction to, and overview of, fundamental concepts of the Income Tax Law. Topics include Introduction to Taxation, including Income Tax, the Commercial Tax Law, the Sea and Land Customs Act and the Tariff Law, Fringe Benefits Tax, and Goods and Services Tax; Jurisdiction to Tax; Assessable Income, including taxation of capital gains and losses; non-assessable income; deductions; tax accounting; tax treatment of tax entities; anti-avoidance; and Tax Administration.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

A student successfully completing the course will be able to-

• demonstrate knowledge of the principles of the Income Tax Law, and analyze and synthesize complex legal information,
• analyze the Commercial Tax Law,
• apply principles of Tax Law to complex legal problems, and critique the Tax Law from theoretical and practical perspectives individually and in collaboration with others:
• explain the meaning of  Sea and Land Customs Acts, State’s economy and how to stabilize and reduce the loss of State funds and custom duty;
• identify the different kinds of Tax Laws, including Tariff Law and objectives of levy of customs-duties , and explain which kind of taxes  run in Myanmar.

 

Law of the Sea

Module No. Law 4112

Semester II

 Course Description

            This module covers the historical background of the Law of the Sea, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, 1982, baselines, internal waters, territorial sea, contiguous zone, exclusive zone, continental shelf and high seas.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the leaners would be able to-

- understand the historical background of the law of the Sea, the United Nations Conventions on the Law of the Sea, the important part of the baselines for drawing to the maritime zones, legal status and jurisdiction of the coastal States over its internal waters, legal status of the territorial sea, the right of innocent passage, the criminal or civil jurisdiction of the coastal state over its territorial sea, the legal status of the contiguous zone.

- know about the sovereign rights of the coastal State  over its exclusive economic zone, rights and duties of the coastal State and other States in the exclusive economic zone, jurisdiction of the coastal States in the exclusive zone, the sovereign rights of the coastal States over its continental Shelf , methods of delimitation between neighbouring  States as their maritime zones often overlap and freedoms of the highsea.

 

Law of International Trade

Module No. Law 4114

Semester II

 Course Description

          International Trade Law offers insight into the one main branch of import, export trade, to make a sale and purchase contract. This Law focuses on the role of WTO in international trade. Law student studies in depth problems with selected cases, and reforms trade negotiations. This module reviews the strength and weakness of international trade disputes settlement system.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the leaners would be able to-

-  give an understanding of the nature and function of international trade;

-  be trained to arbitration lawyer;

- analyze the role of WTO and its pro and cons;

- apply an approaching method for trade negotiation process.

SEMESTER I

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Law    5101	Law of Evidence I	4	3	2
Law    5102	Shipping Law I	4	3	2
Law    5103	Military Law	4	3	2
Elective Law 1	*	3	2	2
Elective Law 2	*	3	2	2
TOTAL		18	13	10

Total Credits   – 18

Total Hours     – 23 hours

Core Courses                                                                                         

Law     5101   Law of Evidence I                                                                                                                        

Law     5102 Shipping Law I

Law     5103   Military Law

 Elective Courses                                                             

Law     5104   Comparative Law

Law     5105   Criminology   

Law     5106   Legal Drafting

Elective Courses (For Other Specializations)                                                           

Law     5001/Law 5201 (3^rd Yr.Hons)   Law of World Institutions I  (For IR)

Law     5002/Law 5202 (3^rd Yr.Hons) Law of Treaties I

ES       5206 (3^rd Yr. Hons, Qualifying) Environmental Law and International Organizations

AS         5003                                            ASEAN Economic Agreements I

 

Law of Evidence I

Module No. Law- 5101

Semester I

Course Description

           The Law of Evidence I, also known as the rules of evidence, encompasses the rules and legal principles that govern the proof of facts in a legal proceeding. This module deals with analysis of the principles governing proof of facts in litigation under the Evidence Act. Areas emphasized include admission, confession, statement to a police officer, opinion and oral evidence.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• think critically about the topics covered in the course;
• explain and analyze the evidence as embodied in the Law of Evidence;
• possess legal knowledge and understand the Court proceeding in Myanmar.

 

Shipping Law

Module No. Law- 5102

Semester  I

Course Description

          This module covers the Administration of Justice Act, 1956, the classification of the actions, especially the action in rem and personam, the admiralty jurisdiction in the Union of Myanmar Courts (from the British Colonial period to the Present), definition of ship and registration of ship, ownership, shipbuilding contract, mortgage and maritime liens relating to ship.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

- analyze which Courts have admiralty jurisdiction in Myanmar from the British Colonial periods to present) and classification of actions;

- explain the definition and kinds of ships, purpose and effect of registration, the right to own a ship and shipbuilding contract, the nature of maritime lien and the subject matter to which a maritime will attach.

 

Military Law

Module No. Law- 5103

Semester I

Course Description

          This module covers development of Military Law, the Defence Services Act and Rules, commission and enrolment, the military justice system, functions and procedures of Courts- Martial, punishment, execution of sentences, pardons, remissions and suspensions and appeals. It also reviews these Military Law topics with an emphasis on case study and policy discussions.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, students will be able to-

• examine, coordinate, navigate, motivate and lead a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE (physical education) , a leadership lab, or during a field training exercise,
• do critical analysis of the existing military justice,
• apply the knowledge to maintain discipline an operational efficiency,
• realize execute training events.

 

Comparative Law

Module No. Law 5104

Semester I

 Course Description

            Comparative Law is the study of differences and similarities between the Laws of different Countries. This module introduces to the comparative study of legal system with theory and practice. It also explores the different fields of Laws, especially comparative study on Law of Contract, Commercial Law, Transport Law, Civil Law, Maritime Law and Constitutional Law.

 

Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, the students would be able to -

• demonstrate knowledge of the basic tenants in the legal systems and legal families studied within the framework of the course as well as analyze and evaluate similarities and differences between them,
• explain current issues in one or more selected areas of Law, which might include Law of Contract, Commercial Law etc.
• critically analyze and compare basic Comparative Law issues in different jurisdictions.

 

Criminology

Module No. Law 5105

Semester I

Course Description

           This module introduces the general principles of criminology and meaning of criminology, crime, criminal and criminal law, causes of crime, theories of criminality, theories of schools of criminology under the views of the sociologists, criminologists and scientists. The module further explores penology, the development of imprisonment, evolution of punishment, the treatment methods of imprisonment, parole and probation system. Moreover, it also deals with a social and logical analysis of the problem of juvenile delinquency.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

-  understand the schools of criminology, organized crime, the relationship of criminals and treatment to them;

- examine the punishment of criminals, kinds of imprisonments and development of imprisonments;

-  support the consideration ability when facing the criminal justice,

-  demonstrate knowledge of the general principles of juvenile delinquency.

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SEMESTER   II

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial
Law 5107	Law of Evidence II	4	3	2
Law  5108	Shipping Law II	4	3	2
Law 5109	Intellectual Property Law	4	3	2
Elective Law 1	*	3	2	2
Elective Law 2	*	3	2	2
TOTAL		18	13	10

Total Credits   – 18

Total hours      – 23 hours

Core courses

Law 5107        Law of Evidence II

Law 5108        Shipping Law II

Law 5109        Intellectual Property Law

Elective Courses

Law 5110        Constitutions of ASEAN Countries

Law 5111        Law of Commercial Arbitration

Law 5112        International Air and Space Law

Elective Courses (For IR Student)

Law 5003/ Law 5203 (3^rd Yr. Hons)  Law of World Institutions II (For IR)

Law 5004 / Law 5204 (3^rd Yr. Hons) Law of Treaties II

Elective Courses (For Other Specialization)

 AS 5006                                                                ASEAN Economic Agreements  II

 PA 5104 (Final Yr Hons; BBA,        Administrative Law (For Applied Economics)

                 Qualifying BBA/BDevS)

 MS 5212                                                          Family Laws in Myanmar (For MS)

 

Law of Evidence II

Module No. Law- 5107

Semester II

Course description

          Evidence has most important role in administration of justice. This module is intended to introduce the students to the legal concepts that govern evidence. Topics to be covered in this course include documentary evidence, protection and effect of evidence, estoppels, burden of proof, examination of evidence and trial procedure.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

- indentify the best applicable evidence in given situations,

- analyse the basic rules of evidence applicable to trial process,

- assess the effect of evidence of particular witnesses,

-analyse the rule on the admissibility of evidence at trial and the role of judiciary in both civil and criminal cases,

-apply the Law of Evidence to civil and criminal proceeding using oral and documentary evidence

 

Shipping Law

Module No. Law- 5108

Semester II

Course description

         This module covers the exclusion and limitation of the shipowner, collision, salvage, towage, pilotage and master of the ship.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

- know about “the shipowners’s right”, how to exclude and limit of their duties relating to loss of life and personal injury and loss and damage to goods,  methods of actions  and time limitation relating to loss of life and personal injury and loss and damage to goods by injury party;

- demonstrate the understanding of the International Regulations for Preventing Collision at Sea, jurisdiction, liability and finding of courts as to fault, defences in an action for collision damage, life and property salvage,  salve operation, conduct of salvor and principles to which the court has regard in giving salvage award, definition of towage and the ability of tug to perform the contract, relationship between tow and tug, commencement of the towage operation, pilot’s authority and pilot’s lien, duties and authority of the master of the ship.

 

Intellectual Property Law

Module No. Law 5109

Semester II

Course description

           This module covers the Intellectual Property Law, especially trademark, copyright and related rights, patent, industrial design and international instruments relating to intellectual property rights. This module seeks to show that there is an international legal system and that States do accept rules of Law which bind them and which they follow.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

-apply Principles of Intellectual Property Law (including trademark, copyright, patent and industrial design) to real problems and analyze the social impact of Intellectual Property Law and Policy,

-possess knowledge of the main components of the studied protection systems,

-analyze ethical and professional issues which arise in the Intellectual Property Law context.

 

Constitutions of ASEAN Countries

Module No. Law 5110

Semester II

Course description

            This module explores a number of the essential features of the Constitutional systems of ASEASN Countries and compares them with features of the Constitutional system of other jurisdictions. This module seeks to show that there is the Constitutions of ASEAN Countries and that States’ Legislative, Executive and Judiciary. It examines the separation of powers among the branches of the government, States’ rights, economic and property rights and individual freedom and protection under the Constitution, with an emphasis on due process.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to -

• demonstrate an understanding and ability to interpret and apply key terms and provisions of the Constitutions of ASEAN Countries,
• have acquired a sound knowledge of ASEAN legal systems and an understanding of their functions,
• carry out advanced independent research in the field of Constitutions of ASEAN Countries.

 

Law of Commercial Arbitration

Module No. Law 5111

Semester II

Course description

            This module explores the Law of International Commercial Arbitration. It consists of the Law and Rules applicable to the arbitration proceedings, as well as the rules applicable to the judicial proceedings in which a Court decides on the annulment, recognition or enforcement of an arbitral award. To give insight into the Law of International Commercial Arbitration, references are made to the Arbitration Laws of several national legal systems, to the uniform Law provided for in the UNCITRAL model Law and the UNCITRAL Rules, as well as to arbitration regulations of the most prominent arbitration institutions (eg. The ICC Court of Arbitration).

 

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

- analyze the legal practice of international commercial arbitration,

- understand the different steps of arbitration procedure, i.e, drafting a valid,                               arbitration clause, file a request for arbitration, handle the arbitration proceedings, etc.....,

- apply Arbitration Law of Myanmar, to realize the enforcement of foreign award in Court,

- explain the authority and power of the Tribunal and rights to decision-making of the Aribitral Tribunal.

GROUP (A) CIVIL LAW SPECIALIZATION

SEMESTER   I

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 611 A	Criminal Law	4	4	2
Law 612 A	Law of Business Organizations	4	4	2
Law 613 A	Myanmar Customary Law	4	4	2
Law 614 A	Constitutional Law I	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial Discussion hour

 

Criminal Law

Module No. Law 611A

Semester I

Course description

This module is organized full range of criminal theories such as self defence, protection and prevention for safety of peoples in our community. This module analyzes the effectiveness of law enforcement and identifies the different range of imprisonment to various crimes and challenges with cases.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• assess and apply substantive criminal through understanding of various crimes;
• evaluate the component of crimes and its impact of our society;
• advocate the nature of crimes, criminal attitude and the extent of punishment;
• have adequate knowledge of integrated crimes and police and judge’s operation.

                                      

Law of Business Organizations

Module No. Law 612A

Semester I

Course description

This module aims to provide the students with in depth understanding of the main legal issues on salient points of Laws relating to Partnership, Companies and Co-operative Societies.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• appreciate the relevance of Business Law to individuals and business and discuss the role of Law in economic, political and social context;
• analyze the legal and fiscal structure of different forms of business organizations and their responsibilities as an employer;
• acquire knowledge and skills related to Business Laws in their practice and apply them to their own context;
• demonstrate critical thinking skills by performing competent legal analysis, reasoning and problem solving.

 

Myanmar Customary Law

Module No. Law 613A

Semester I

Course description

This module focuses on the students to the historical development and principles of Myanmar Customary Law.  It mainly examines the complexity of legal problems relating to the rights of inheritance, property rights of marriage couple and parental rights for their children under Myanmar Customary Law.

Course Learning Outcomes

On the completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• classify the concept of customary law from legal, religious and cultural perspectives;
• determine the customary rights and legal rights underlying principle of Customary Law,
• apply the knowledge gained to solving the real social problems by investigating and reasoning the marriage, divorce, succession, adoption, and gift under Myanmar Customary Law;
• develop skills of legal analysis.

 

Constitutional Law I

Module No. Law 614A

Semester I

Course description

The module examines the general principles and constitutional theories, sovereignty, constitutional interpretation, amendment of the Constitution, the role of Constitutional Tribunal and the development of the Constitutions of Myanmar. It also emphasizes the role of citizenship in the Constitutions of Myanmar and the Myanmar Citizenship Law. It includes the exercise of the powers of the government and judicial protection against abuse of government power in violation of rights, liabilities, privileges, or immunities conferred by the Constitution.

Course Learning Outcomes

On the completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• interpret key terms and analyze the provisions of the Constitution;
• critique the operation of the Constitution of Myanmar from theoretical and political perspective;
• explain and evaluate Myanmar’s adherence to fundamental constitutional principles, the rule of Law, separation of powers, responsible government through class discussion;
• analyze the principles of constitutional theories, undertake self-directed legal research at an advanced level, and evaluate complex legal information;
• apply legal and theoretical concepts to current situation.

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 SEMESTER   II

 

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 621 A	Criminal Procedure	4	4	2
Law 622 A	Civil Litigation	4	4	2
Law 623 A	Family Laws	4	4	2
Law 624 A	Constitutional Law II	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial /Discussion hour

Criminal Procedure

Module No. Law 621A

Semester II

Course description

This module reviews criminal justice procedure, terms and techinic in relation with police work and Court system. It also offers basic knowledge of procedural rules and investigation of crimes to identify the relationship procedural and substantive Law. Students will learn the principles of how to demonstrate the confession to become evidence through the process of inquiry, investigation and trial.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• critically analyze the procedural and evidentiary of practice in criminal justice system;
• apply the principles of Criminal Law on real crimes and easily communicate with Court system;
• demonstrate the ability to interpret the crimes in our community;
• conduct as professional in their respective legal field.

Civil Litigation

Module No. Law 622A

Semester II

Course description

This module explores fundamental concepts and procedure of civil litigation. It overviews the pretrial civil litigation process and examines how lawyer strategically use each step in it. It also includes Laws relating to Specific Relief, Limitation, Suit Valuation, Court Fees and Stamps.

 

Course Learning Outcomes

On the completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• understand the needs for a civil litigator;
• apply legal analysis and argumentation widely;
• examine the substantive, evidentiary, procedural that governs the resolution of civil disputes;
• exhibit an in-depth understanding of the Procedural Law applicable to the practice of litigation.

 

Family Laws

Module No. Law 623A

Semester II

Course description

This module focuses on Family Laws of Myanmar. It aims to give the students the opportunity to develop their research skills and critically analyze through real problems in relating to family matters especially marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance and adoption and compare with different family Laws in Myanmar.

Course Learning Outcomes

On the completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• demonstrate adequate knowledge and in depth understanding of the general principles of Family Laws in Myanmar;
• analyze the grounds for marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance , adoption and differentiate the different family laws in Myanmar;
• review the current issues in the real-life context relating to family matters;
• apply critical thinking skills to the examination of legal problems.

 

Constitutional Law II

Module No. Law 624A

Semester II

Course description

The module aims to analyze the Constitutions of ASEAN Countries and other Countries such as Germany, USA, UK, etc. Students will study the allocation of powers of the government, check and balance system and the fundamental rights and duties of the citizens.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• gain the understanding of the general concept of a constitutional framework;
• identify and discuss key characteristics of the Constitution;
• analyze the main elements of Countries’ legal system and government and their origin;
• realize how separation of powers seeks to prevent the excessive concentration of power;
• examine the strengths and weaknesses of the system of government in Myanmar by studying the systems of government in other Countries.

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GROUP (B) INTERNATIONAL LAW SPECIALIZATION

SEMESTER   I

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 611 B	Public International Law I	4	4	2
Law 612 B	International Economic Law	4	4	2
Law 613 B	International Law of Armed Conflict and International Humanitarian Law	4	4	2
Law 614 B	Law of Treaties	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial /Discussion hour

 

Public International Law I

Module No. Law-611B   

 Semester I

Course description

            This module addresses the general tenets and the main Principles of International Law, its sources, subjects and territory in the context of sovereignty. Also, an external perspective on Public International Law will be reviewed and students will have to do an assessment on the role of Public International Law among States in their international relations.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to -

-have adequate knowledge and in depth understanding of the general principles of International    Law and its challenges,

• examine the international legal framework of State territories,
• decide the suitable and compliance method for international disputes concerning territory,
• pay particular attention to international disputes in order to get mutual interests and benefits among states peacefully.

 

International Economic Law

Module No. Law-612B   

 Semester I

Course Description

This module deals with the principles, scope and the standards of International Economic Law.

It focuses on the United Nations Resolution on the Permanent Sovereignty over Natural Resources, 1962 and Charter of Economic Rights and Duties of States, 1975 and the Law of the World Trade Organization (WTO) as the main multilateral regulation of trade. The module concentrates on the international economic transaction and international integration. It also examines EFTA, EU, EEA, MERCOSUR, NAFTA, AFTA and ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to -

• identify and analyze sources and principles of International Economic Law.
• Understand the basic principles and rules of International Economic Law, International Investment Law, and WTO Law and apply these rules and principles in practice in the public and private sectors.
• examine the present and emerging organizational structure of international, regional and national levels, i.e. the World Trade Organization (WTO), European Union, NAFTA, ASEAN and other regional agreements.
• become aware of the advantages and disadvantages of international dispute resolution, e.g. international arbitration and WTO dispute resolution.

 

International Law of Armed Conflict and International Humanitarian Law

Module No. Law-613B   

 Semester I

Course description

The module of International Humanitarian Law refers to the Laws of Armed Conflict that include the conduct of war and self defence principles. It aims to put limit on action of armed force in armed conflict and assess the devastation of war and reduce suffering by all civilians. Also, this module widely provides the principles and restrictions to protect human life and dignity.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• develop a practical humanitarian perspective;
• possess capacity of understanding humanitarian issues that arise in time of armed conflicts;
• review the current events in armed conflicts;
• realize the need to respect life and human dignity in time of war.

 

Law of Treaties

Module No. Law-614B 

Semester I

Course Description

This module  examines the characteristics and types of treaties, treaties- making capacity, the creation  of a treaty, Vienna Convention on the Law of the Treaties (1969) and State practices, entry into force, binding forces of treaties (pactasuntservanda ), reservation of treaties, suspensions and termination of treaties, denunciation, interpretation and application of treaties, legal effects between inter-parties and legal effect on non-parties, treaties and Municipal Law, causes of invalidity, validity of treaties, State succession and evolution of treaties and effect of war on treaties.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to-

• understand the relevancy of the Law of the treaties and explain different types of treaties; 
• examine the legal effects of the treaties in the Domestic Law and analyze the differences between Domestic Law and International Law;
• describe the formation and elements of Customary International Law and enumerate important judicial decisions in the development of Customary International Law;
• explore the interrelationship between Customary International Law and the Law of Treaties;
• assess the role of general Law principles in developing International Law and name examples of such principles;
• evoluate the importance of judicial decisions and writings of eminent jurists as sources of International Law.

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SEMESTER   II

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 621 B	Public International Law II	4	4	2
Law 622 B	Law of International Trade	4	4	2
Law 623 B	Human Rights Law	4	4	2
Law 624 B	International Environmental Law	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial /Discussion hour

 

Public International Law II

Module No. Law-621B   

 Semester II

Course description

This module provides the particular focus on Public International Law and its role in shaping the international legal order. It commences the development and nature of Public International Law as well as distinctive elements of international legal reasoning. Then, it addresses key features of International Law, with topics chosen from the sources of International Law with emphasis on Customary International Law and the Law of Treaties; international fact finding; the structure of the international community and participants in the international legal system; the peaceful settlement of international disputes; State responsibility; jurisdiction and immunity; International Human Rights Law and State succession.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• lead the different specializations within the field of Public International Law;
• choose to specialize must write a thesis on a topic within the selected area;
• expertise on the function of the international system and its impact and relevance to the national system;
• acquire in-depth knowledge of the sources of International Law (treaties and customary international law), subjects of International Law (identifying rights and obligations of States, IOs, NGOs, individuals), the institutional framework (UN, WTO, regional agencies, etc.),dispute resolution framework(the peaceful settlement of international disputes), State responsibility, jurisdiction and immunity, International Human Rights Law and State succession.

 

Law of International Trade

Module No. Law-622B   

 Semester II

Course description

            The module provides post graduate students with in-depth understanding of the main legal issues concerning international commercial contracts. This module puts an emphasis on complexity of Law of Contract including electronic commerce with the role of new technologies. It also covers the key of international institutional framework for international trade and investment and review on international dispute settlement and commercial arbitrations along with domestic litigations.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

• expand their knowledge in the fields of International Trade Law,
• gain enough fundamental tools and competencies to handle the legal problem of international commercial transactions,
• apply the legal set of rules on negotiation, drafting and management to international import and export,
• give advises for international dispute resolution and arbitration.

 

Human Rights Law

Module No. Law-623B   

 Semester II

Course description

            International Human Rights Law aims to open path way for students to examine human rights protection the national, regional and international level. Students will learn the identification of the key and legal framework and over view of social, economic and political values that underpin International Human Rights Law. Also, this module gives students broad understanding of core concepts and principles within international human rights and its practice systematically.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

-gain a critical thinking on human issues and its way of enforcement,

- evaluate current global conditions of the context of human rights, do the mandatory work on protective measures with the framework of International Human Rights Conventions,

-look at the linkages between human rights and economic issues,

-assist the vulnerable group of peoples with legal and social knowledge of human rights. 

 

International Environmental Law

Module No. Law-624B   

 Semester II

Course description

This module is an introduction to a broad variety of Environmental Laws. It focus on Environmental Law, regulation and enforcement with some discussion of domestic policy and International Environmental Law. This will review the historical development, sources and general principles of International Environmental Law, general rights and obligations of States and common issues of compliance and implementation. Moreover, it also covers air and water pollution, ozone depletion, climate change, protection of species and biological diversity, and international trade and environmental protection.

Course Learning Outcomes

After completion of the course, students will be able to-

• have basic knowledge of the general norms, principles and concepts of Environmental Law and of how International Environmental Law is monitored and enforced;
• examine the emerging environmental issues as ozone depletion, climate change, air and water pollution and biological diversity;
• evaluate Environmental Law and Policy and formulate solutions to problems;
• apply importance of public participation through right to information, public interest litigation and other remedies in preserving and protection environment.

GROUP (A) CIVIL LAW SPECIALIZATION

SEMESTER   I

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 631 A	Special Criminal Laws	4	4	2
Law 632 A	Law of Evidence	4	4	2
Law 633 A	Labour Law	4	4	2
Law 634 A	Land Law	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial /Discussion hour

 

Special Criminal Laws

Module No. Law 631A

Semester I

Course description

The module of Special Criminal Laws explores the crimes with the challenges in our complicated and rapidly changing human social environment. It also presents juvenile justice, prevention of corruption in our society and protection of immoral   restriction such as drug abuse, gambling, intervention of private affairs in the way of unethical manner.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• develop criminal strategies to address issues of social change within the context of criminal justice system;
• identify the socio crimes and categories such as gender, class, and immoral issues;
• improve critical thinking skills in the reading and interpretation of legal document and cases;
• give an overview of special crimes to protect within the legal enforcement framework of government.

 

Law of Evidence

Module No. Law 632A

Semester I

Course description

This module aims to analyze a sound academic grounding in key principles of Law of Evidence. It examines the rules governing the application and scope of the evidence, evidence and proof, production and effect of evidence, burden of proof and presentation of evidence in judicial proceeding. 

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• recognize various methods for obtaining evidence;
• analyze and apply the rules on the admissibility of evidence in trial and realize the importance role of judiciary in both civil and criminal trials;
• demonstrate the professional and ethical responsibilities of a lawyer;
• appreciate the value of evidence and share/educate it to the community through involvement in pro bono service.

 

Labour Law

Module No. Law 633A

Semester I

Course description

This module covers the brief historical development of labour legislation in Myanmar, the importance of employment contract, social security benefits, oversea employment, formation of labour organization, settlement of dispute resolution on health and safety problems in factories and industries, legal link of employer and employee and addresses the ILO Conventions ratified by Myanmar.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• apply relevant labour laws and regulations to their context;
• demonstrate the theories and concepts of labour and employment relation;
• identify legal problems in simulated real-life context;
• solve the problems faced by the workers while in the course of employment.

 

Land Law

Module No. Law 634A

Semester I

Course description

The module explores and discusses Laws relating to registration and transaction in Land in general. It focuses on the major provisions in historical background of Land Laws and Revenue Laws with reference to Land in Myanmar. Also addresses Laws concerning with  the Transfer of Property , the Registration , Transfer of Immovable Property (Restriction) , Land Acquisition and Farm Land ,Vacant Fallow Virgin and related Rules.  The module provides a context for understanding current disputes about the right to use land management system.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this semester, students will be able to –

• acquire knowledge and understanding of some of the key issues in Land;
• understand the framework of Land Law through an examination of distinction between Law and equity, the nature and effects of different types of interest in Land;
• review the current issues in possession of land, lease, sale, mortgage, exchange and gift effectively;
• examine the registered title to land and identify the registrable and unregistrable interests in Land.

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SEMESTER   II

Thesis- Title of Thesis must be in the field of Civil Law Specialization.

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GROUP (B) INTERNATIONAL LAW SPECIALIZATION

SEMESTER   I

Module No.	Name of Module	Credit Points	Hours/Week Lecture	Hours/Week Tutorial/Discussion
Law 631 B	Law of International Institutions	4	4	2
Law 632 B	International Air and Space Law	4	4	2
Law 633 B	Law of the Sea	4	4	2
Law 634 B	Intellectual Property Law	4	4	2
	Total	16	16	8

3 Credit points for (4) lecturing hours and 1 Credit point for (2) Tutorial /Discussion hour

 

Law of International Institutions

Module No. Law-631B   

 Semester I

Course Description

This module introduces LLM students to the Law of International Organizations , including the Law that governs their establishment, structures, authority, and responsibilities, their relationships between States and non-State actors, and their law-making and adjudicatory functions. There is a focus on the United Nations system, EU and ASEAN, as a fundamental objective of the course is to develop a critical understanding of their impact vis-à-vis the current global challenges. It also examines the role that they may have in the fields of peacekeeping, protection of human rights and economic integration with the maintenance of international peace and security.

Course Learning Outcomes

After completion of the course, students will be able to-

• know the meaning of the terms in International Organizations such as the United Nations and it’s organs; the Specialize Agencies, Regional Institutions, and the European Union(EU), and the ASEAN organs;
• explain the historical development and the theoretical approaches related to Law of International Organizations and having knowledge of the global and regional systems;
• describe and evaluate the International Law applicable to selected International Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations;
• analyze interaction between various institutions and their role within the broader international legal system including its institutional framework.

 

International Air and Space Law

 Module No. Law-632B   

 Semester I

Course Description

This module covers the Private and Public International Air Law, Space Law, Penal Law and Pollution.

 Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

-understand the origin and historical development and sources of Air Law,

- possess legal knowledge of the State Sovereignty in territorial air space,

- trace the development of the Space Law, the demarcation between air space and outer space

- analyze the differences between Air Law and Space Law.

- explain the “Hijacking”,the establishment and function of the International Civil Aviation Organization(ICAO), the liabilities of the air carrier under Warsaw Convention and air pollutions.

 

Law of the Sea

Module No. Law-633B   

 Semester I

Course Description

This module covers the sources and development of modern Law of the Sea, internal waters, territorial sea, contiguous zone, exclusive economic zone, continental shelf and freedoms of the high seas, the bodies established under the UNCLOS, 1982.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the semester, the learners would be able to-

-demonstrate the understanding about the sources and development of modern of the Law of the Sea, legal status and jurisdiction of the coastal State over its internal waters, legal status of the territorial sea, the right of innocent passage, the criminal and civil jurisdiction of the coastal State over its territorial sea, the legal status of the contiguous zone.

-critically analyze the sovereign rights of the coastal State over its exclusive economic zone, rights and duties of the coastal State and other States in the exclusive economic zone, jurisdiction of the coastal State in the exclusive economic zone,the sovereign rights of the coastal State over its continental shelf, freedoms of the high seas, establishmentand functions ofthe bodies established under the UNCLOS, 1982.

                                                     

Intellectual Property Law

Module No. Law-634B   

 Semester I

Course Description

Intellectual Property Law is designed to encourage the production of certain forms of information by granting property rights to the producers, enabling them to appropriate the value of the information they produce. This module covers Intellectual Property Law including trademark, patent, copyright, trade secret, geographical indication and industrials design and it also review some of the problems of international protection on intellectual property.

 Course Learning Outcomes

            After completion of this course, students will be able to-

-evaluate and critique the international framework governing the protection of intellectual property rights,

-apply their understanding of these principles to using intellectual property properly in their work,

-examine some of the challenges facing aspects of Copyright Law,

-interpret and assess the regulation and use of intellectual property rights both globally and nationally,

-critically evaluate and analyze the rules and underlying rationale of aspects of Intellectual Property Law.

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SEMESTER   II

Thesis- Title of Thesis must be in the field of International Law Specialization.