University Degree

Law

Bachelor's Degree in Law

The law graduate from the Law Program at the Universidad Privada Abierta Latinoamericana is a professionally trained individual with strong competencies, committed to the principles and values of the Institution, to truth, justice, and social peace. They possess an ethical, legal, innovative, and critical mindset, and are fully capable of acting as a key player in the construction of a fairer and more supportive society at the local, national, and international levels.

Important Information

Degree: Bachelor

Semesters: 8

Duration: 4 years

Law is one of the most traditional and in-demand degrees in our country and among students.

A UPAL Law graduate can work in:

  • Private law firms as a partner (founder or not) or as an employee.
  • Consultancy in complex national and international negotiations.
  • The judiciary, as a magistrate (justice), judge, or court staff.
  • The Public Prosecutor's Office: as a public official and member of the Public Ministry.
  • Public defense: providing legal defense in criminal cases for low-income individuals.
  • External legal counsel for companies.
  • Notarial services, certifying acts that require publicity or legal recognition.
  • Social assistance institutions, NGOs, foundations, and the United Nations.
  • Arbitration and mediation.

Contacto Universidad

Campus Soria Galvarro

Calle Soria Galvarro #4743
Entre Lira y Oblitas
Oruro, Bolivia

(591) 2- 5230330-1
upal@upal.edu

Lu – Vie:

  • 8:00 a 12:30 hrs.
  • 14:30 a 18:30 hrs.

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Student Requirements

NATIONAL STUDENTS
Copy of high school diploma, legalized by the issuing University or SEDUCA.
Original Birth Certificate.
Copy of Identity Card.
Two 3×3 cm photos with a beige or light background.

FOREIGN STUDENTS
1. Copy of high school diploma or equivalent document that allows access to higher education, legalized by:
Option 1
Apostille procedure (DS. 3541 of April 25, 2018) in the country of origin.
Option 2
Ministry of Education of the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country of origin
Bolivian Consulate in the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bolivia (Chancellery)
(both options are valid)

Photocopy of high school diploma or equivalent, legalized by:
Option 1
Apostille process (DS. 3541 of April 25, 2018) in the country of origin
Option 2
Ministry of Education of the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country of origin
Bolivian Consulate in the country of origin
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bolivia (Chancellery)
(Both options are valid)

Graduation Modalities

1. Thesis
A research project characterized by its methodological and scientific rigor, aimed at providing demonstrable solutions and answers to a scientific problem by proposing applicable alternatives or practical or theoretical solutions.

2. Graduation Project
A written project that meets the requirements of scientific methodology, describing an organized set of resources and actions aimed at generating proposals related to plans, programs, models, prototypes, architectures, devices, codes, installations, and other applications for a given process, unit, organization, group, product, or service, for its improvement, innovation, modernization, or technological development.

Graduation Exam
An evaluation through oral or written tests to assess the effectiveness of the professional training process, evaluating knowledge, comprehension, analysis, and the application of theories and procedures to real situations in a specific discipline. The number of tests depends on the number of areas or disciplines involved in the professional practice.

Directed Work
A systematic and methodical project resulting from addressing a practical problem or specific topic, developed in a public or private institution, or product or service company, accredited and recognized in the student’s area of expertise, presenting a research-based improvement proposal.

Graduation by Excellence
Graduation by excellence is a modality that exempts outstanding students from other types or graduation modalities; they voluntarily choose this graduation modality.

Why study Law at UPAL?

Law is one of the most traditional and in-demand degrees in our country. However, before making a decision, it is important to consider several factors.
UPAL offers high-quality facilities and is located in the Cala Cala area, providing a quiet and relaxed environment for attending classes. It is also equipped with specialized rooms such as the Gesell Chamber and the Forensic Oral Trial Room.

Interested in the Program?