1. Institutional Governance and Mission

The institution must have a clearly articulated mission aligned with the advancement of legal education, professional ethics, and public service. Governance structures must demonstrate accountability, transparency, and support for academic freedom and institutional autonomy.

2. Curriculum and Program Structure

Accredited institutions must offer a coherent, rigorous legal curriculum that includes core subjects in law, legal theory, ethics, research, and practice. The program should ensure progressive learning outcomes and prepare graduates for national or international legal practice.

Programs must integrate clinical legal education, moot courts, legal writing, and legal research components.

3. Faculty Qualifications and Engagement

Faculty must hold appropriate academic and professional qualifications in law. Institutions should demonstrate an ongoing commitment to faculty development, research productivity, academic integrity, and active involvement in the legal community.

See detailed faculty standards and evaluation metrics.

4. Student Admission, Assessment, and Support

Admission processes must be transparent, fair, and merit-based. Student performance must be evaluated through objective, academically valid assessments. Institutions must offer adequate academic advising, career counseling, and mental health support services.

• Admission standards and diversity policies
• Assessment and grading integrity policy
• Student support service guidelines

5. Learning Resources and Infrastructure

Institutions must maintain adequate physical and digital infrastructure, including law libraries, e-learning platforms, internet access, and moot court facilities. Learning resources must be accessible and regularly updated to support student and faculty needs.

6. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement

Institutions must have a systematic approach to internal quality assurance, with measurable goals, data collection methods, and a framework for continuous improvement. Periodic program reviews and stakeholder feedback must inform institutional development.

7. Ethics, Integrity, and Public Responsibility

The institution must demonstrate a commitment to academic honesty, legal ethics, non-discrimination, and service to society. Policies must uphold anti-corruption principles and protect against academic or professional misconduct.