The programme is aimed at providing practical-oriented training in labour law to people in the legal profession, the business world, trade unions and the public sector. The programme will incorporate the law as it is regulated in the Labour Relations Act and other relevant labour legislation of recent origin.
Admission requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following minimum
requirements:
Candidates must be in possession of a 360 credits qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent in any cognate discipline.
A minimum of three years of working experience in the health or welfare sector is required.
A candidate may be admitted in terms of RPL with relevant experience, in accordance with Rule A.2.1.4 and approval of the Senate.
Additional supporting documents may be required by the University from time to time.
Selection – As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a selection procedure.
How to apply
Applications should be submitted to Ms Maryam Salie by email at marsalie@uwc.ac.za.
Applications must include a current CV, a motivation letter, certified copies of academic records (degree and transcript), and a writing sample, which may include a published article, a research paper or a thesis.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAMME IS 30 JUNE
What can I do with a postgraduate diploma in law?
General.
Commercial & Business Law.
Corporate Law.
Environmental Law.
Human Rights Advocacy and Litigation Law.
Information and Communications Law.
International Law.
International Economic Law.