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.
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At Emeris there are programmes you can study in-person on campus (Contact) or remotely (Distance)
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.
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.