Development
Programmes
Structured programmes focused on legal education, professional exposure, advocacy training, and community impact — shaping the lawyers of tomorrow.
Development
Structured programmes focused on legal education, professional exposure, advocacy training, and community impact — shaping the lawyers of tomorrow.
A BLASC UFS flagship initiative co-founded by Chairperson Ndiwanga Madzivhandila and Deputy Chairperson Bonnita Shai, designed to help students obtain their learner's licence — removing a key barrier to independence and career mobility.
YouTube classes will be shared with approved applicants. Ensure you have a stable internet connection and set aside dedicated study time each week.
Applications are reviewed by the BEC. Submitting does not guarantee a place — you will be notified via email. Fields marked * are required.
A court shadowing programme developed by Deputy Chairperson Bonnita Shai, giving UFS law students direct access to the world of public prosecution through a formal contract between the NPA, the UFS Law Faculty, and BLASC UFS.
This pre-application flow collects only limited screening information on the BLASC website. Personal identifying information is collected privately on a separate form.
The BLASC UFS Moot Court Programme provides law students with simulated courtroom experiences. Real legal practitioners are invited to judge proceedings, making the sessions as authentic as possible. The programme is designed to sharpen skills across multiple legal disciplines through structured training sessions.
Develop the ability to argue your case persuasively before a bench. Sessions focus on structure, tone, pace, legal citation, and responding to judicial questions under pressure.
Learn to construct watertight written arguments. Covers legal research methodology, headnote drafting, pleadings, and argument memoranda — skills essential for every area of legal practice.
Real advocates, attorneys, and prosecutors serve as judges during moot sessions — giving participants direct exposure to professional feedback and real courtroom standards.
Training runs in multiple sessions covering various fields of law. Each session is facilitated by a different legal professional, ensuring broad exposure across criminal, civil, constitutional, and commercial law.
Contact the Academics & Legal Research Officer (Ntsako Shivanda) or the Secretary (Muzi Lekhuwane) via UFSBlascu@gmail.com or reach us on Instagram @ufs_blasc.
Beyond our flagship programmes, BLASC UFS runs a range of development, mentorship, and community initiatives throughout the academic year.
Guided mentorship linking students with experienced legal practitioners, senior law students, and BLA members. Sessions cover career planning, professional conduct, and legal practice insights.
Community-based programmes supporting legal awareness, civic registration, and constitutional engagement in underserved communities around Bloemfontein and the Free State.
Events designed to help young legal minds navigate the world of work — career exposure sessions, CV workshops, career readiness training, and networking with legal professionals.
Annual commemorative events including Women's Day, Youth Day, and Freedom Day activities that reflect on transformation, equality, and the responsibilities of the next generation of lawyers.
Academic research initiatives keeping members informed on bills before Parliament, Constitutional Court judgments, and emerging legal issues relevant to the profession.
BLASC UFS is actively exploring international moot court opportunities including prospects in Zambia, giving members exposure to cross-border legal advocacy.