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Introduction
Symbiosis Law School (SLS) Pune was established in 1977 under the illustrious banner of Symbiosis Society. Since 2002, it is a constituent of Symbiosis International University which is accredited by NAAC with 'A' grade. SLS Pune has been ranked 5th by India Today- Nielsen and ranked 6th by Outlook Survey in 2011 amongst the top ten Best Law Schools in India. This stature is attained through its various programs such as B.A., LL.B, B.B.A., LL.B, Master of Laws (LL.M.) with five specializations, sixteen different Diploma programs and nine certificate programs.
The curriculum and pedagogy are designed around the latest global and national quality initiatives in legal education including recommendations of the Carnegie Report, USA and the CDC Report of BCI - combining skill, knowledge and values which is imparted through a multitalented, competent and enthusiastic faculty. Its efforts are reciprocated by the participation of all the stakeholders including the members of bar and bench, corporate sector and international experts. Impressive international collaborations across UK, USA and Europe have brought in the membership of International Association of Law Schools, USA and the Asian Law Institute, Singapore. It is the only Indian partner with the Erasmus Mundus global consortium of Law Schools. Since 2008, DAAD, Germany has selected SLS Pune for funding the members of faculty and the students for research and exchange programs through the 'New Passage to India' Program with Leibniz University of Hanover.
Students can avail scholarships such as the SC/ST top class education scholarships from the Government of India, State Merit Scholarships and support through mentor system. The institute continues with its commitment to the cause of student support and progression. SLS strongly emphasizes research and publication through various law journals and research projects where students contribute significantly. Its moot team was one of the four teams that represented India for the Philip Jessup Moot in 2009 at Washington, USA. Its social agenda is honored by the Community Legal Services Network and Legal Development in collaboration with the City University of New York Law School, USA launched in 2008. Symbiosis Law School has wide base of 'institutional citizenship' with a strong NGO and community networking. This year, Symbiosis Law School won the prestigious national level 'Nobel Quiz contest' organized by the Embassy of Sweden. The SLS student team has also won the second best research award at the NLSIU national level competition.
SLS endeavors to secure all-round contributions to the betterment of the field of Law; to create world class professionals, to produce committed academicians and law reformers, to train justice dispensers, to invigorate community crusaders and to create a strong watershed of new and upcoming expertise in law relating to business and corporate context.
Vision -
To be the Global leader of excellence in legal education through a combination of passion, compassion and innovation.
Mission -
To create professional, excellent and innovative legal experts with social commitment conforming to global benchmarks.
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Infrastructure / facilities – Hostel, Library, Lab, Canteen, Club etc.
These resources facilitate teaching-learning, co- curricular and extra-curricular activities in tune with the vision and mission:
Library
The Symbiosis Law School library is enriched with a vast collection of e-databases, books, journals, periodicals and magazines and is a prime source for legal research for both the faculty as well as the students. Augmenting traditional print resources with expanding electronic sources, it also provides extensive technology based learning resources with legal databases such as Manupatra, new SCC online web-edition, Lexis-Nexis, Hein-on- line, Westlaw, JSTOR, EBSCO and Index to Legal Periodicals. Students benefit from privileges of home- lending, book bank and distribution of study material.
Computer Lab
Symbiosis Law School campus is a Wi-Fi campus. It has two state-of-the-art Computer Centers separate for UG and PG program. The Labs are fully equipped for wireless data transmission. Further, the students are guided to buy laptops at concessional rates which encourage the use of technology.
Other Facilities
All classrooms are equipped with LCD projectors & Wi - Fi connections. There is a well- equipped, air-conditioned auditorium-cum-moot court hall, with the seating capacity of 150. The multi-media conference hall has a seating capacity of 50 to conduct, interactive sessions. Students train their talents through various curricular and extra -curricular activities enabled through Committees and Cells. These include debates, sports, quizzes, mock Parliament, model United Nations, dance-music, moot courts, mock trials, client counseling, legal aid clinics and other cell related activities.
Health Services and Health Insurance
The Health Center, which provides all emergency health services, has covered the students under a unique and novel medical insurance scheme with a free and compulsory yearly health check up. There is a well-equipped and modern gymnasium available within the campus
Canteen
Multi-cuisine food court of the campus is catering to a variety of menu and preferences at a concessional rate.
Hostel
Very limited hostel facilities are available on campus. However, the institute will provide detailed information on the accommodation available in the near-by areas.
Student Care, Student Council, Cells and Committees
As a preferred mode, student care is managed through personalized mentoring by faculty, student buddies and expert-driven academic success/remedial program. Elaborate Induction, counseling and discipline codes ensure leveling and strong foundation for professional grooming. Various student activities including cultural festivals are led by the Student Council. Students have the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities and extra- curricular activities which include moot courts, elocution, debates, civil service study circle and quizzes besides cells such as Human Rights Cell, ECOCON, LawEcon, TechLegal, Corporate Law and Legal Aid and Literacy Cell. One of the major highlights of the activities organized by the Students Council was 'Symbhav' the annual student festival. SLS Pune is always in the process of grooming student leadership which is nurtured by the Rotaract Club and various unique young professional training programme offered throughout the student lifecycle.
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Programmes offered :
Under Graduate:
B.A. L.L.B. and B.B.A. L.L.B. [5 years integrated programme]
Other Programs offered:
i. Post-Graduate programs:
The LLM programme with an interdisciplinary approach with five specializations in the study of law and research orientation by underlining the relevance of research methodology. The student has the option of a cafeteria approach in terms of specialization, cross specialization courses combining innovation, cutting edge legal acumen and theoretical insights.
Students of both PG and UG programs can avail placement training throughout the year. Students are trained, groomed and chiseled to be the best employable, with the combination of managerial skills, leadership skills and a broad range of professional skills such as legal reasoning skills, advocacy, legal services, legislation, law reforms and advisory. Substantial placement opportunities are gained from various sectors including PSUs, law firms, banking and finance companies, LPOs, judiciary and insurance.
ii. Diploma:
Fifteen Part-time one year Diploma Programs and one Post-Graduate Diploma Programme are available as value- addition. Many students pursue these programs alongside their Undergraduate or Masters Program.
iii. Certificate Programs
Nine certificate programs offer choice and value addition. These include the much-acclaimed Certificate in European Legal Studies and Certificate in Securities Laws, among others
All the programs are offered in a combination of innovative teaching methods which are essentially learner-centric, including lectures, Socratic methods, field visits, seminars, group discussions, simulations, case studies, moots, mock trials and ICT-enabled learning by the international guest faculty and guest sessions by the stalwarts of the field. The medium of instruction is English
Student Profile: current and past
The institutional commitment of diversity and inclusion is reflected in the current student composition of the law school which consists of 85 International students. Some of the best alumni profiles include those who have been appointed in leading law firms of the country and legal jobs across the industry and service sector. Every year, our alumni are selected to pursue Masters in top universities of the world such as Oxford University, Harvard Law School, New York University, London School of Economics and so on. Donning the vast array of professional honor are Sarita Patil, Barrister, Dr Luther Rangreji, Legal Advisor, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, Mr. Varun Panse, Civil Judge, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh and Mr. Abhimanyu Punia, Vice President, Merry Lynch, India among others.
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Eligibility:
The candidate should have passed 12th (10+2) examination from any recognized board/university with minimum 50% marks (45% for S.C. /S.T. students) in one attempt (No compartment). Students who have appeared for their H.S.C finals and awaiting results are also eligible to apply, subject to submission of passing certificate by the announced date.
Age Limit
Candidate should be less than 20 years of age at the time of appearing for SET as on 05 May 2012 (2 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates i.e. 22 years).
Applicants who have obtained 10+2 through Open Universities system directly without having any basic qualification are not eligible apply
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Intake Capacity:
150 seats of B.B.A. LL.B
50 seats of B.A. LL.B
Reservation of Seats: As per university norms.
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Important dates:
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| SLS, Pune will publish the list of the candidates short listed for Group Discussion and Personal Interview (only if they have applied for Symbiosis Law School, Pune) |
23rd May 2012 (Wednesday) by 5.00 pm. |
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| Group Discussion & Personal Interview of the short listed candidates |
30 May, 2012 (Wednesday) to 02 June 2012 (Saturday) |
| Announcement of final merit list [based on SET score (50%weightage) & GDPI (50%)] |
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| I st Merit list: 05 June 2012 [5 PM] |
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last date for admission is 12/6/2012 by 5pm |
| II nd Merit list: 14 June 2012 [5 PM] |
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last date for admission is 21/6/2012 by 5pm |
| III rd Merit List: 23 June 2012 [5PM] |
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last date for admission is 30/6/2012 by 5 pm |
| Commencement of Classes: 25 June 2012 |
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Contact us:
Symbiosis Law School,
S.B. Road, Pune - 411004
Dr. Shashikala Gurpur - Director: 020-25655114 - Ext 112
Tel : +91-20-2565 5114, 25665117, 25660934, 08888801525
Fax: +91-20-2567 17 11
E-mail: admission@symlaw.ac.in info@symlaw.ac.in
Website: www.symlaw.ac.in |
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