Program Overview

Master of Legal and Judicial Studies Program

The Master of Legal and Judicial Studies program is designed to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field of law and judicial administration. This program aims to enhance the skills, competencies, and expertise required to successfully handle legal administrative affairs at the level of public and private law.

Program Overview

• The program is offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
• The language of instruction is Arabic.
• The program is offered in Abu Dhabi.
• The duration of the program is approximately 4 semesters.
• The deadline for submitting applications is August 3, 2026.
• The cost per credit hour is AED 2,526.
• The total number of credit hours required is 37.

Program Structure

The program consists of required courses, elective courses, and a thesis. Students are required to complete 31 credit hours of required courses and 6 credit hours of elective courses.

Required Courses

• LAW628: Legal Research Methods
• LAW630: Philosophy of Private Law
• LAW606: Legal Terminology in English
• LAW640: Legislative and Judicial Drafting
• LAW699: Thesis
• LAW609: Studies in Public Law
• LAW614: Studies in Criminal Law
• LAW611: Studies in Civil Procedure Law
• LAW612: Studies in Commercial Law
• LAW615: Studies in Commercial Law

Elective Courses

Students are required to choose one course from the following:

• LAW626: Studies in Financial and Tax Laws
• LAW627: Studies in Labor Law
• LAW605: Studies in Administrative Law

Students are also required to choose two courses from the following:

• LAW601: Legal Research Methods
• LAW620: Expert Evidence
• LAW642: Legal Reasoning and Argumentation
• LAW622: Judicial Decision-Making

Career Opportunities

The Master of Legal and Judicial Studies program provides students with a wide range of career opportunities in both the public and private sectors, including:

• Diplomatic Attachés or Consular Officers
• Legal Administrators
• Lawyers
• Judges
• Prosecutors
• Public Notaries
• Arbitrators
• Advocates
• Legal Instructors

Admission Requirements

• Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or 2.5 for conditional admission).
• Applicants must have a strong command of the English language.
• Applicants must meet the admission requirements set by the university.

Why Choose the College of Humanities and Social Sciences?

• The college offers a range of research areas and specializations.
• The college has a team of experienced and highly qualified faculty members.
• The college is accredited by local and international accreditation agencies.

Conclusion

The Master of Legal and Judicial Studies program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of law and judicial administration. The program offers a range of career opportunities and is accredited by local and international accreditation agencies.