I have seen the trending video of a lady’s testimony at Dunamis church regarding a claim to obtain a B.Sc in law (degree) from the National Open University (NOUN).The lady was right, and the pastor was wrong. NOUN is not a regular university, and it’s possible they award B.Sc. in Law at NOUN.
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Although her English language wasn’t flawless as claimed by the Dunamis Pastor, the Pastor was clearly wrong in judging, dismissing, and shaming her so quickly because of her B.Sc. in law claim.
Now, both LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) and B.Sc. in Law (Bachelor of Science in Law) are correct, but they refer to different types of law degrees. Below is the summary of what each represents.
1. LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws): This is the most common law degree in Nigeria and internationally, particularly for the purpose of admission to the Nigerian Law School. It is an undergraduate law degree that typically takes three to five years to complete, depending on the jurisdiction and university. It is five years in Nigeria and three years in some other countries, such as the United Kingdom.
2. B.Sc. in Law (Bachelor of Science in Law): This is a less common undergraduate law degree that incorporates more science-related subjects into the curriculum. It is not as widely offered as the LL.B. and may be more suitable for students interested in areas where law intersects with science, such as intellectual property, environmental law, or forensic science.
So, both degrees are correct, but the LL.B. is the more traditional and widely recognised law degree, while the B.Sc. in Law is a more specialised programme that combines law with science-related subjects.
Knowledge is power. Do not rush to judge or dismiss others’ claims without superior knowledge or fact.
