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6 days agoContributor-Level 10
There are some major differences between the courses in Criminal Law and Civil Law.
Refer to the table given below
| Criminal Law | Civil Law |
|---|---|
| The criminal law curriculum revolves around the legal principles, processes, and practices related to criminal offenses. | The Civil Law syllabus equips students with knowledge of the legal principles, processes, and practices governing disputes between people or organizations, excluding criminal offenses. |
| PG, PhD, Diploma, and Certification. | PG, PhD, and Diploma. |
| Strategic thinking, criminal investigation, trial advocacy, interviewing & negotiation, etc. | Legal research, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, legal writing, and communication. |
| INR 1,000 - INR 15 Lakh | INR 1 Lacs - 4 Lakh |
| Symbiosis Law School, NALSAR University of Law, GNLU Gandhinagar, SIMTS, GGSIPU, Alliance School of Law, etc. | K.R. Mangalam University, SAGE University, Kalinga University, Aryavart University, etc. |
Legal Manager, Contract Attorney, Legal Advisor, Legal Researcher, Legal Assistant, etc. | Lawyer, Advocate, Transactional Lawyer, Family Lawyer, Assistant Professor, etc. |
| Advocacy, Judiciary, Law Enforcement, Legal Consultancy, Education, NGO, etc. | Colleges, Universities, Law Firms, Public Sector Undertakings, etc. |
| Trilegal India, Khaitan & Co., Ahlawat & Associates, Sagar Associates, etc. | Aditya Birla Group, Tata Group, Infosys, Wipro, Mahindra and Mahindra, Bajaj Auto |
| INR 3 - 8 LPA | INR 3 - 7 LPA |
Source - Multiple external/ official sites on the web and data may vary.
Hope this helps!
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6 days agoContributor-Level 10
One can formally pursue Criminal Law through various course levels like PG, PhD, Diploma and Certification. A course in Criminal Law generally has a duration of 2 to 5 years, depending on whether you're aiming for a master's or a doctorate.
You can get admission to these courses either through an entrance like CLAT or simply by merit. You can opt for Criminal Law specialisation via your LLB Hons., LLM, or Diploma. NLUs, Symbiosis Law School, NALSAR University of Law, GNLU Gandhinagar, GGSIPU, Alliance School of Law, etc. are some of the top colleges offering courses in Criminal Law.
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6 days agoContributor-Level 10
Criminal law refers to the laws protecting society against crime. It ensures a fair justice system. Criminal law courses revolve around legal practices, investigative methods, trial preparation, and the operation of the criminal justice system. Criminal Law subjects encompass laws related to crimes, criminal behavior, and the legal processes for addressing these cases. It serves as a foundation of the Indian Judiciary System.
One can formally pursue Criminal Law through various course levels like PG, PhD, Diploma and Certification. A course in Criminal Law generally has a duration of 2 to 5 years, &nbs
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3 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
The seat intake for the BA LLB (Hons) in Criminal Law at Unitedworld School of Law, Karnavati University is yet to be revealed for 2026 admissions. In the previous year, the seat intake for the aforementioned course was 180 seats. Thus, candidates can expect the seat intake to be reletively similar to 180 seats.
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a month agoContributor-Level 9
To prep for a career in criminal law
- Get a law degree.
- Get practical experience.
- Take part in moot courts or legal debates.
- Networking with professionals.
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a month agoContributor-Level 9
You can
- Follow legal news and blogs.
- Join associations that are related to criminal law.
- Participate in seminars to learn about new laws and practices.
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a month agoContributor-Level 9
Yes, it has. Criminal law field offers many specializations. See below
- Criminal Litigation
- White-Collar Crime
- Cybercrime
- Juvenile Justice
- Human Rights
- International Criminal Law
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a month agoContributor-Level 9
It is a law field that deals with crimes and their legal consequences. It has the investigation, prosecution, and defense of people accused of criminal offenses.
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- NLU online courses
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- SIFS India
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