Teesside University law degree recognised in Malaysia

Teesside University Law School is celebrating a significant milestone as its LLB (Hons) Law degree has been recognised by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board (LPQB) Malaysia.

This endorsement means that students who successfully complete all requirements of Teesside University’s LLB will be eligible to apply for registration to sit Malaysia’s Certificate in Legal Practice examination, subject to meeting all other LPQB criteria.

Approval from the Board is an indicator of academic quality and professional relevance, as the Certificate in Legal Practice is a key professional qualification for aspiring legal professionals in Malaysia.

The announcement marks a major step forward for Teesside University’s School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Law, strengthening the international standing of its law provision.

The recognition also enhances professional mobility for graduates, opening pathways to legal practice both in the UK and Malaysia.

Teesside University Law School has been delivering high-quality, practice-based education in the field of law and criminal justice for over 30 years.

Students on the LLB (Hons) Law programme at Teesside University work under research-active academics to develop knowledge of law as well as professional and practical skills.

They gain real-world experience by providing pro bono legal advice to members of the local community through the University’s award-winning Law Clinic.

Dr Matt Watson, Dean of the School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Law, said: “We are delighted that the Legal Profession Qualifying Board Malaysia has acknowledged the value of Teesside University Law School and the legal education it delivers.

“This recognition is testament to the high calibre of our law provision. It is also excellent news for our students – the next generation of legal executives, solicitors, barristers, criminal justice professionals and law enforcement officers.”

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