BA in Law at University of Stellenbosch

The BA Law, which is a three-year degree, is ideally suited to students who have an interest in languages or social sciences. The BA Law complements the LLB, as it provides a foundation for disciplines related to law, such as Political Science, Philosophy and Criminology.

General admission requirements

• Write the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) AQL
• An NSC aggregate of at least 65% (excluding Life Orientation)
• See further admission requirements under the programs
• Also see the Faculty’s selection guidelines on www.maties.com > Apply > Admission and selection

Duration 3 years

Admission requirements

For admission to the University you need:
• A National Senior Certificate or school-leaving certificate from the Independent Examination Board as certified by Umalusi with admission to bachelor’s degree studies; or
• A university exemption certificate issued by the South African Matriculation Board to students with other school qualifications.
Admission to bachelor’s degree studies requires that you obtain a mark of at least 4 (50-59%) in each of four designated university admission subjects.

What jobs can I get with a BA in law?

Administrative lawyer.

Advocate.

Arbitrator.

Attorney.

Case manager.

Commercial rights manager.

Compliance officer.

Compliance specialist.

What field of law is most in demand?

Insurance: +2190% (YoY).

Criminal Law: +1680% (YoY).

Civil Rights: +1160% (YoY).

Personal Injury: +660% (YoY).

Estate Planning: +330% (YoY).

Bankruptcy: +280% (YoY).

Employment Law: +190% (YoY).

Business Law: +140% (YoY) (Top growth area: Contracts).

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Law Jobs by Salary

Job TitleRangeAverage
Job Title: Attorney / LawyerRange: R89k – R1mAverage: R327,126
Legal AdvisorRange: R242k – R804k (Estimated)Average: R445,083
Legal CounselRange: R275k – R1m (Estimated)Average: R691,497
Associate AttorneyRange: R229k – R1m (Estimated)Average: R586,646