36 monthsProgramme duration
20,422 USDTuition Fee/year
Jan, Feb, Jun, AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Blended
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law is a rigorous and research-intensive program designed to develop scholars, thought leaders, and experts in various legal disciplines. This three year program empowers candidates to contribute to advancing legal knowledge by engaging in original, high-quality research addressing contemporary legal challenges. With a focus on fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and innovative approaches to legal issues, the Ph.D. in Law at Abu Dhabi University prepares graduates for academic careers, legal consultancy, public policy, and senior positions in government and international organizations.
Candidates can specialize in public international law, comparative law, or legal frameworks for emerging technologies, aligning with the UAE's evolving legal landscape. By providing a platform for interdisciplinary research and collaboration, the program ensures that graduates are equipped to influence policy development and legal reform on a national, regional, and global scale.
Candidates can specialize in public international law, comparative law, or legal frameworks for emerging technologies, aligning with the UAE's evolving legal landscape. By providing a platform for interdisciplinary research and collaboration, the program ensures that graduates are equipped to influence policy development and legal reform on a national, regional, and global scale.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Law and Legal Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Blended
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law is a rigorous and research-intensive program designed to develop scholars, thought leaders, and experts in various legal disciplines. This three year program empowers candidates to contribute to advancing legal knowledge by engaging in original, high-quality research addressing contemporary legal challenges. With a focus on fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and innovative approaches to legal issues, the Ph.D. in Law at Abu Dhabi University prepares graduates for academic careers, legal consultancy, public policy, and senior positions in government and international organizations.
Candidates can specialize in public international law, comparative law, or legal frameworks for emerging technologies, aligning with the UAE's evolving legal landscape. By providing a platform for interdisciplinary research and collaboration, the program ensures that graduates are equipped to influence policy development and legal reform on a national, regional, and global scale.
Candidates can specialize in public international law, comparative law, or legal frameworks for emerging technologies, aligning with the UAE's evolving legal landscape. By providing a platform for interdisciplinary research and collaboration, the program ensures that graduates are equipped to influence policy development and legal reform on a national, regional, and global scale.
Admission Requirements
6+
3+
79+
- Master degree in a directly related discipline from an accredited university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- A minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale.
- Personal assessment: applicants will be required to successfully complete a panel interview with the DBA’s Admission Selection Committe.
- Work Experience: applicants must submit evidence of at least two (2) years of full-time work experience at a middle to upper management level
- An official score report of Academic IELTS (6.0), English EmSat (1400), IBT TOEFL (79) or ITP TOEFL (550) (ITP taken at Amideast Institute only).
3 Years
Jan
Feb
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
20,422 USD
International
20,422 USD
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