Are you interested in studying Law after secondary school and wondering what it really entails? Well, here are a handful of tips to help and guide you.
Law is an Art course that trains students in the legal system, principles and its practices. As an undergraduate course, it takes five years of fervent study and commitment after which you graduate with an LL.B, Bachelor of Laws. LL.B is the certificate you’re awarded after five years of studying Law in the university.
It is important to also note that after graduation from the university, to fully become and be known as a lawyer and Barrister, you must also attend the Nigerian Law School for a period of one year. After graduation from Law school, you are then called to the Nigerian Bar to practice Law as a lawyer.
Here are the recommended subjects combination in WAEC for Law.
Subjects Combination
Prerequisites
- English
- Mathematics
- Government
- Economics
- CRS or IRS
- Civic Education
Other Electives base on your strength and preferences
- Computer science
- Marketing
- Commerce
- Literature
School Requirement
A minimum of five (5) credits in your core subjects along with three or four subjects of your choice. This is crucial for meeting the university cut-off mark.
These subjects combination and requirements are applicable to other O’level exams such as NECO, NABTEB, GCO, Etc.
