A law degree, known as the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in many countries, or the Juris Doctor (JD) in the United States and in some universities in Australia, is an undergraduate or postgraduate degree that provides the foundational legal education. The curriculum typically covers the following areas:

1. Foundations of Law: Introduction to legal systems, principles, and key concepts.

2. Legal Research and Writing: Training in legal research and writing, including the preparation of legal documents.

3. Contracts and Torts: Study of contract law and tort law, which deal with obligations, liabilities, and disputes.

4. Criminal Law: Examination of criminal statutes and procedures, including criminal offenses and defenses.

5. Constitutional Law: Exploration of the constitution and its implications for legal and political matters.

6. Property Law: Understanding property rights and property-related legal issues.

7. Civil Procedure: Learning about the procedures for resolving civil disputes in court.

8. Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility: Discussion of legal ethics and professional standards for lawyers.

9. Elective Courses: Students often have the opportunity to choose elective courses in areas like family law, environmental law, intellectual property, and more.

Australia:

In Australia, law degrees are typically offered as an LLB (Bachelor of Laws), which is an undergraduate program, or a JD (Juris Doctor), a postgraduate program. To become an accredited lawyer, you would typically follow these steps:

1. Complete an LLB or JD: Obtain an LLB or JD from an accredited Australian law school.

2. Practical Legal Training (PLT): After your degree, complete Practical Legal Training (PLT) through an accredited provider, such as a university or the College of Law.

3. Admission as a Legal Practitioner: Apply for admission as a legal practitioner to the relevant state or territory admission authority. This involves a character and fitness assessment.

4. Supervised Legal Practice: Undergo supervised legal practice for a specific duration, which may vary by jurisdiction.

5. Full Legal Practice Certificate: Once you’ve completed the supervised practice, you can apply for a full legal practice certificate to work as a solicitor.

United Kingdom:

In the UK (England and Wales), the path to becoming a solicitor involves the following steps:

1. Qualifying Law Degree or GDL: Complete a qualifying law degree (LLB) or a non-law degree followed by the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).

2. LPC or SQE: After the academic stage, undertake the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or, under the new system, pass the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).

3. Training Contract: Secure a training contract with a law firm or legal organization.

4. Professional Skills Course (PSC): If following the traditional route, complete the PSC during your training contract.

5. Admission as a Solicitor: Apply to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for admission as a solicitor.

United States:

In the United States, the process to become a licensed attorney generally involves these steps:

1. Juris Doctor (JD) Degree: Complete a JD degree from an accredited law school.

2. Bar Examination: Pass the bar examination in the state where you wish to practice law.

3. Character and Fitness Evaluation: Undergo a character and fitness evaluation, including a background check.

4. Compliance with State-Specific Requirements: Fulfill any state-specific requirements, such as legal ethics examinations.

5. Practice: Once you’ve passed the bar exam and met all requirements, you can practice law in your chosen jurisdiction.

Becoming an Accredited Lawyer in Malaysia with a Foreign Law Degree:

To practice law in Malaysia with a foreign law degree, you typically need to:

1. Recognition: Have your foreign law degree recognized by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia (LPQB).

2. Certificate in Legal Practice: Complete the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) program in Malaysia, which is the local equivalent of the bar exam.

3. Chambering: Undergo a period of chambering, which is practical legal training under the supervision of a qualified Malaysian lawyer.

4. Admission: Apply to the Malaysian Bar Council for admission as an advocate and solicitor.

Please note that specific requirements and processes may evolve over time, so it’s essential to check with the relevant legal authorities and bodies for the most up-to-date information for the country and region you are interested in.