Bachelor of Commerce in Law Course Requirements at Milpark
Milpark Education · School of Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce in Law is a bachelor's Degree offered by Milpark for 2027 learners, taking 3 years full load (about 40 hours a week); 6 years half load; maximum 9 years; online to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Bachelor of Commerce in Law at Milpark
- For NSC holders (2008 onwards): at least 50% in four NSC 20-credit subjects, including English
- A Higher Certificate in Law (NQF 5) or NCV Level 4 may also be accepted
- Senior Certificate holders (2007 or earlier) need a matriculation endorsement or exemption
- International applicants need a certificate of exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf)
About this course
The Bachelor of Commerce in Law is a 390-credit degree at NQF level 7 (SAQA ID 124606). It blends business and economics with a strong grounding in law, and it can serve as a first step before an LLB.
Core content covers business studies, economics and financial reporting, plus legal subjects such as:
- Constitutional Law
- Law of Contract
- Law of Delict
- Labour Law
- Company Law
Electives include Family Law (after The Law of Persons), Insolvency Law, Digital Law, International Business Law and the Law of Taxation.
You can study in one of two online modes: Immersive Online Learning (IO), which is guided and includes scheduled live sessions, small-group work and interactive content, or Distance Learning (DL), which is self-paced and built around textbooks and study guides with optional online resources.
The degree suits students who are interested in the legal side of business, such as contracts, governance and regulation, and those who plan to continue to an LLB and practise law.
Possible careers
Course intelligence for Bachelor of Commerce in Law
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Good sign: Compliance Officer appears on South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand, a Department of Higher Education and Training analysis of employer hiring activity. Employers have been reporting real recruitment pressure for this role, which generally works in your favour once you’ve completed Bachelor of Commerce in Law.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like Milpark. Ask Milpark directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
Milpark’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with Milpark and NSFAS.
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply online through the Milpark application portal (portal.milpark.ac.za): choose the qualification, pay the application fee, write the admission test if one applies and upload certified copies of your ID, highest qualification and any other documents listed in the programme factsheet. Once you are accepted, you register for modules on the student portal and upload proof of payment. Apply well before registration closes, as late applications roll over to the next intake.
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- Duration
- 3 years full load (about 40 hours a week); 6 years half load; maximum 9 years; online
- NQF Level
- 7
- Fees
- Charged per module; check the programme's Fees and Payment Terms document on the Milpark website for current module prices.
- Application deadline
- Next intake 15 September 2026
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Source: Official website: https://www.milpark.ac.za/programmes/bachelor-of-commerce-in-law/, last verified 2026-09-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Milpark Education before applying.