Returning to teach: the LLB alumni shaping the next generation of lawyers

For many graduates of our long-established LLB programme, their journey with the University of London doesn't end with a degree in hand. 

Instead, some find themselves drawn back to the very institutions that moulded their legal minds, becoming lecturers at the Recognised Teaching Centres where they studied. 

Having experienced both sides of the University of London programme, these alumni bring a unique perspective that benefits their students – and since many of them are also practising lawyers, they bring valuable real-world insight to their teaching. 

In this article, we hear from four such alumni who returned to their teaching centres, passionate about shaping the future of law.

Enamul Kabir Shadhin (Bhuiyan Academy, Bangladesh – Class of 2015)   

"I have been teaching at Bhuiyan Academy for the last seven years. Coming back to the institution where you have studied as a student is excellent: now you get to see things from a different perspective. 

“I always try to stay spontaneous. No matter how many years have passed since my graduation, I always try to stay as if I have just graduated – so be friendly, try to pay attention to what the students want, and act accordingly." 

Listen to Enamul's story via YouTube.

Rafia Jaffar (SZABIST University, Pakistan – Class of 2014)   

"Currently I’m head of the law programme at SZABIST University, which is one of the oldest University of London Recognised Teaching Centres in Pakistan. My career goal is to build the best law school in the country: a programme that truly understands the needs of the students ... and the requirements of the legal field and bridges the gap between the two. 

“My goal is to produce legal professionals who enhance the level of competence of the legal field in Pakistan and positively impact it.” 

Listen to Rafia’s full story via YouTube.

Silas Low Eu Jin (Brickfields Asia College, Malaysia – Class of 2019)   

“I am teaching at Brickfields Asia College, where I pursued my University of London law degree years back – meaning to say I'm now working with my ex-lecturers, who are now my coworkers. 

“In terms of my long-term ambitions, I would like to continue to contribute to this field of education and academia, and most important of all in this line of work, to help students realise their dreams and potential.” 

Hear more of Silas’s story via YouTube.

Mariha Zaman Khan (London College of Legal Studies (South), Bangladesh – Class of 2013)   

"I'm currently working as a lecturer and principal academic guidance teacher, so I'm full-time employed at LCLS, but I'm also working as a lawyer at the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. 

“My long-term ambition is definitely to stay as an academic here, because this is my second home; and of course, to practise law as well, because the University of London degree has prepared me well to be out there as a practitioner and to excel in the courts – be it in Bangladesh or any other courts in the world.” 

Hear more from Mariha via YouTube. 

A unique understanding 

Having once been in the same seats, these alumni-turned-lecturers understand better than anyone their students’ challenges and aspirations. As well as fostering a supportive learning environment, this shared experience serves as an inspiring example to their students of what can be achieved with a University of London LLB. 

It’s a powerful reminder that education is not a one-way street, but a lifelong journey of learning, teaching, and giving back. By returning to their roots at the University of London, these alumni are ensuring that the knowledge and mentorship they received are passed on to the next generation of lawyers. 

Feeling inspired to study Law with the University of London? Visit the LLB course page, where you can download our latest prospectus and find a Recognised Teaching Centre near you.