At Emeris, our Faculty of Law equips graduates to enter the dynamic legal profession with confidence, professionalism, and a forward-thinking mindset. Our programmes are designed to develop critical legal skills and produce graduates who are both work-ready and prepared to make a meaningful impact in the evolving legal landscape.
We nurture a vibrant learning environment with small class sizes that encourage rich, collaborative debates and dynamic classroom discussions. Law students at Emeris are given the tools to thrive—both academically and professionally.
Welcome to the Faculty of Law at Emeris. Here, we are committed to shaping future legal professionals who are not only academically sound but socially conscious and globally competent. Our mission is to guide each student through a journey of growth, integrity, and transformation, preparing them to influence and lead in the legal profession with clarity, confidence, and a strong ethical foundation.
The Faculty of Law at Emeris encourages a culture of inquiry and academic excellence. Students and staff engage in impactful legal research that addresses contemporary challenges in society, governance, and justice.
For more information, please visit our Research section:
At Emeris we offer our programmes through different modes - in-person on campus (Contact) or remotely (Distance - Online):
Short Courses and Certificates
Short Courses and Certificates
Personalised Learning: Small class sizes ensure meaningful engagement between students and lecturers.
Professional Preparation: Graduates are professionally qualified and equipped to enter practice or pursue further specialisation.
Skill Development: Our programmes emphasise analytical thinking, trial advocacy, legal research, and ethical practice.
Holistic Experience: Students participate in legal initiatives such as moot court, public lectures, career fairs, and law-focused events that develop both professional and personal networks.
Hear from our students and graduates whose journeys reflect the impact of our programmes — designed to build strong legal foundations and provide real-world experience in the dynamic field of law.
Intern LLB Graduate class of 2023
Studying law at Emeris gave me more than a degree—it gave me a purpose. The support from lecturers and the exposure I got through moot court and legal events helped me secure a position at a top legal firm.
Intern LLB Graduate class of 2023
Studying law at Emeris gave me more than a degree—it gave me a purpose. The support from lecturers and the exposure I got through moot court and legal events helped me secure a position at a top legal firm.
Intern LLB Graduate class of 2023
Studying law at Emeris gave me more than a degree—it gave me a purpose. The support from lecturers and the exposure I got through moot court and legal events helped me secure a position at a top legal firm.
Intern LLB Graduate class of 2023
Studying law at Emeris gave me more than a degree—it gave me a purpose. The support from lecturers and the exposure I got through moot court and legal events helped me secure a position at a top legal firm.
Intern LLB Graduate class of 2023
Studying law at Emeris gave me more than a degree—it gave me a purpose. The support from lecturers and the exposure I got through moot court and legal events helped me secure a position at a top legal firm.
An educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education
Formed by the strategic evolution of The IIE's Varsity College, IIE MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
