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Applicants may now submit their applications by August 31, 2020. If your application is received after August 16, 2020 an additional late fee of Rs. 500 would be charged.
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Master of
Business Laws
NLSIU's flagship distance education degree, the MBL is tailored for lawyers and managers at all levels to assess legal risks for better business decision-making. Covers 10 intersecting sub-disciplines.
2 Years
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Human Rights Law
Covers international and domestic human rights law regimes, and enhances knowledge and a critical understanding of the human rights discourse, as well as the role of social impact organisations.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Medical Law & Ethics
The only programme of its kind in India. Alumni include leading healthcare professionals. Contextualises linkages between law and health, develops the ability to make legally sound decisions.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Environmental Law
Designed to aid the career progression of lawyers, activists, academics, adjudicators, researchers and administrators interested in building a more ecologically and socially conscious milieu.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Intellectual Property Rights Law
Provides an understanding of traditional and emerging areas in IP law, including the ownership and licensing of new media content. Prepares students for IP portfolio protection and licensing roles.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Child Rights Law
Blends a theoretical awareness of international and domestic legislation governing child rights with practical examples from the field. Equips students for advocacy, research, and leadership roles.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Consumer Law & Practice
Prepares students for roles requiring consumer dispute management and resolution, and advisory roles in areas related to business strategy, policy, and business liability.
1 Year
Open
Postgraduate Diploma in
Cyber Law & Cyber Forensics
Examines interlinkages between emerging technologies and their applications with current law. Equips graduates to understand the fields of internet-enabled and online business and commerce.
1 Year
Open
News & Events
July 25, 2020
“Clear Verdict” – India Today
An article published by India Today, discussing NLSIU’s innovations in advancing legal education, and how NLSIU “remains miles ahead of the competition.”
10
Aug
Director’s Vision
Vice Chancellor and Director of the Distance Education Department, NLSIU, Prof. (Dr.) Sudhir Krishnaswamy, articulates his vision for the...
1
Aug
Extension of DED Admissions 2020 Deadline
The Distance Education Department of NLSIU, Bengaluru announces an extension of the deadline for applications to its distance degree...
14
Jul
What will Business Laws look like in the Post-Pandemic World?
As the world prepares for the emerging new normal necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses will have to play...
5
Jul
DED Faculty Webinars
A series of webinars were organised by the Distance Education Department from June 17 to July 4, 2020. Faculty...