The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru is starting a brand new three-year BA course with an option to continue for a fourth year. The first group of students will join in July 2025.
NLSIU has been known for its unique five-year BA LLB program that changed legal studies in India. Now, officials promise this new program will be fresh and relevant for students in 2025. The Vice Chancellor, Sudhir Krishnaswamy, shared that the BA degree will be all students need to succeed.
This BA program is not just about books; it combines learning about social sciences and humanities with skills for jobs. The University has been working on this new course since August 2023 and listened to many experts to create a strong curriculum.
To join the program, students must have finished their high school education with at least 55% marks for general candidates and 45% for SC/ST students. Those still in school can apply if they meet these requirements by the end of their studies.
An exciting part of the curriculum is learning Indian languages! Students will also participate in practical courses on modern fields like Artificial Intelligence, filmmaking, business consulting, digital journalism, and policy-making. Plus, they will complete at least one month-long internship each year.
Students who perform well can continue to a fourth year, where they’ll complete a big research project. Those who finish four years will earn a BA degree.
NLSIU plans to accept just 60 students for the academic year 2025-26, and choosing students will happen through a written test called NLSAT-BA. Registration began recently, and applications will open in January, with the test set for April 27, 2025. Classes will start on July 1, 2025.
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