Students at Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj (RPNLU) are set to participate in a 3–4-week academic exchange and immersion programme with the Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria, South Africa.
The initiative is a milestone between the two institutions, actualizing a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the two universities earlier this year.
Under this exchange programme, RPNLU students will engage in an intellectually enriching and culturally immersive experience at one of South Africa’s leading legal education institutions.
The exchange is currently being coordinated with the Head of the Department of Public Law and Chair of Internationalisation, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria, Prof N Dyani-Mhango.
Discussions are underway to finalise suitable dates and a comprehensive schedule of academic and co-curricular engagements for the visiting students.
Commenting on the development, Vice-Chancellor of RPNLU, Prayagraj, Senior Prof Usha Tandon said,
“We are in active dialogue with Professor Dyani-Mhango to finalise the dates and detailed programme for our students. This exchange is an important step in globalising legal education at RPNLUP and providing our students with an international platform for academic growth and cultural exchange.”
The academic immersion will include participation in seminars, workshops, legal aid, community outreach programmes, and exposure to human rights law clinics. Students will also have the opportunity to take part in moot court and mock trial workshops designed to enhance their practical legal skills and understanding of comparative legal systems.
“The goal is to immerse our students in a rich blend of academic instruction, practical learning, and intercultural interaction. By engaging with global legal perspectives and participating in community legal initiatives, students will gain valuable insights that transcend the traditional classroom setting,” added Prof Tandon.
The exchange programme is part of RPNLU’s efforts to provide its students with exposure to diverse legal systems, global challenges, and innovative legal practices.
The partnership with the University of Pretoria also underscores the shared commitment of both institutions towards legal education, research, and community service. It opens new avenues for faculty collaboration, joint research initiatives, and long-term academic partnerships.
RPNLU's engagement with the University of Pretoria is meant to build a lasting academic bridge between India and South Africa.
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