Master of Law in Public Law

  • Total # of Credit hours
    33

Welcome Message

Dear students of the Master's program in Public Law,

We extend our warmest welcome to you in the esteemed College of Law at Ajman University. Here, we prepare Master's students in Public Law to deepen their legal knowledge across various branches of public law, both in theory and practice. This equips them to possess innovative insights and find creative solutions to legal challenges they may encounter in their professional lives, whether in the practice of law, the judiciary, or the world of business.

We wish you success and excellence, and rest assured that those responsible for the Master's program in Public Law will spare no effort in providing you with the information you need and in assisting you in overcoming any obstacles you may face along this journey.

Dr. Khaled Al Jasmi

The Coordinator of Master of Law in public Law

Program Overview

Introduction:

The College of Law at Ajman University was established to be a cornerstone of legal education at both the local and regional levels, playing a significant role among the higher education institutions in the United Arab Emirates in preparing a generation of legal professionals capable of making a positive impact.

In the course of the ongoing development of the academic programs offered by the College of Law, the Master's program in Private Law was initially introduced in 2008, ultimately receiving final accreditation in May 2016. Recently, the program's accreditation was renewed in December 2021.

The college aims to provide an appropriate academic environment to foster creativity in various legal disciplines. This is achieved through the adoption of distinguished academic programs designed to produce qualified individuals trained in legal and Sharia practices, with an understanding of the latest developments in legal sciences. The college also focuses on teaching students how to acquire knowledge, learn independently, and make use of modern technologies, all while aligning its programs with Ajman University's three-fold mission: educational, informational, and investment-oriented.

Objectives:
  1. Establish a solid foundation for scientific research within the university.
  2. Prepare legal professionals capable of outstanding performance and competition in the job market, ultimately serving and advancing society in the fields of scientific research, university teaching, and more.
  3. Enhance the capabilities of postgraduate students in following scientific research methodologies, keeping up with scientific and technological advancements, and staying informed about the latest legal systems.
  4. Activate the comparative study of Gulf, Arab, and international legislation to benefit from various legal system experiences.
  5. Contribute to nationalization efforts in various legal fields and support the efforts of the Gulf Cooperation Council in this regard.
  6. Offer outstanding academic programs that are based on global developments while considering the community's constants and Ajman's unique network.
  7. Establish bridges of communication and interaction between the university and its law graduates, as well as their counterparts from recognized universities.
  8. Saving the time, effort, and expenses incurred by both the state and individuals for continuing higher education abroad.
  9. Facilitating scientific and cultural cooperation, as well as the exchange of expertise and knowledge with law faculties in various Arab and foreign universities.
Admission Requirements:
  1. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Law or its equivalent from a university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education with a minimum GPA of "very good" (at least 3 out of 4).
  2. Submitting two recommendation letters from professors who have previously taught the applicant during the undergraduate stage

  3. Passing the TOEFL test with a minimum score of 450 (ITP) or 45 (iBT), or the Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 4.5, or an equivalent score in another approved standardized test such as IESOL with a B1 level, provided that the test certificate is valid at the time of submission.Or by enrolling in the remedial English course (ENG 500 - Pre-Essential English), which is offered over one academic semester, with two contact hours per week, provided that the student passes the course with a minimum score of 80%. (Note: This course is non-credit and serves as an alternative to an English proficiency certificate).

  4. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in Law or its equivalent from a recognized university by the UAE Ministry of Education may be conditionally admitted to the Master's program based on the following criteria:
    • For applicants with a cumulative GPA in their undergraduate studies below 3 but not less than 2.5 or its equivalent, the following conditions apply:
      • The student must register for 6 credit hours in thier first semester of enrollment. 
      • The student must achieve a GPA of 3 out of 4 in the registered credit hours.
    • For applicants with a cumulative GPA From From 2.0 to less than 2.5 out of 4 or its equivalent, the following conditions apply:  
      • Study a maximum of nine approved credit hours of remedial courses as determined by the relevant department. These courses are not counted toward the cumulative GPA or the graduation requirements specified in the approved study plan. The duration to complete these courses does not exceed the maximum completion period of the program.
      • The student should complete the remedial courses by the end of the first semester of their enrollment in the program and maintain a cumulative GPA of no less than 3 out of 4.

In both cases, applicants are required to obtain at least the minimum score in one of the recognized English language proficiency tests (TOEFL with a score of no less than 450, IELTS with a minimum score of 4.5, or IESOL with a B1 level), or successfully complete the English remedial course.

If the required scores are not achieved, the student will be admitted conditionally and allowed to register for a maximum of 6 credit hours only during the first semester. The required score must be obtained by the end of that semester in order for the student to continue their studies regularly.

 

Duration:
  • The minimum duration to obtain a Master's degree with all its components (courses and thesis) is two academic years.
  • The maximum duration to obtain a Master's degree with all its components (courses and thesis) is four academic years.
Career Opportunities:
  1. Qualify for a Ph.D. in Law and join the faculty at universities.
  2. Pursue careers in the public prosecution and the judiciary.
  3. Work in the fields of legal practice, legal consultancy, and arbitration centers.
  4. Employment in legal affairs departments of various ministries and institutions.
  5. Join the diplomatic and consular corps.
  6. Teach at training and professional development centers in the legal field.

Program Learning Outcomes

The Master's program in Law aims to equip graduates with the following skills and capabilities:

  1. Cognitive Skills:
    • In terms of capacity, graduates can interpret legal texts, judicial judgments, and jurisprudential theories with a scholarly approach and a critical perspective.
    • In terms of type, they can extract legal principles from various sources to formulate accurate solutions for legal disputes.
  2. Intellectual Skills (Mental or Cognitive):
    • In terms of scope, graduates can analyze, interpret, and evaluate legislative texts, judicial judgments, jurisprudential theories, and provide commentary.
    • In terms of choice, they can evaluate different legislative, judicial, and jurisprudential approaches within the UAE's legal system and comparative legal systems.
  3. Competence Aspects (Specialization):
    • In terms of independence and responsibility, graduates prepare research, reports, and legal memos using correct legal language and an appropriate scholarly approach.
    • In terms of self-development, they master self-learning mechanisms and utilize modern technologies for information retrieval.
    • In terms of self-development, they apply professional ethics in the execution of tasks, collaborating with others.
    • In terms of their role in the context, they work as part of a professional team, maintaining objectivity and impartiality.

Study Plan

Study Plan