PhD in Law — study plan
- Credit hours
- 60
- Levels
- 5
- Courses
- 19
- Degree
- phd
The PhD in Law study plan at Abu Dhabi University is an accredited phd programme spanning about 3 years (5 academic levels), requiring 60 credit hours across 19 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Mandatory Courses (Public and Private Law Doctorate) 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LARM601 | Legal Research Methodology and Writing | 3 |
| LACW603 | Classification and Writing of Legal Research | 3 |
Mandatory Courses - Public Law Track 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTCL608 | Modern Trends in Penal Law Elective | 3 |
| MTAD610 | Modern Trends in Administrative Law Elective | 3 |
| MTPI611 | Modern Trends in Public International Law (English) Elective | 3 |
| LAFT612 | Comparative Financial and Tax Systems Elective | 3 |
Mandatory Courses - Private Law Track 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTCP608 | Modern Trends in Civil Procedure Law Elective | 3 |
| LACJ603 | Comparative Jurisprudence Elective | 3 |
| CCTL611 | Comparative Civil Transactions Law Elective | 3 |
| MTCL609 | Modern Trends in Commercial Law (English) Elective | 3 |
Major Electives 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LAAI604 | Technology and Artificial Intelligence Laws Elective | 3 |
| LAOS605 | Legal System of Outer Space Elective | 3 |
| LEOS606 | Outer Space Economics (English) Elective | 3 |
| LAEE607 | Energy Economics Elective | 3 |
Doctoral Dissertation 36 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LADT690 (A) | Dissertation Proposal and Seminar | 3 |
| LADT690 (B) | Dissertation Draft | 6 |
| LADT690 (C) | Dissertation Draft | 9 |
| LADT690 (D) | Dissertation Draft | 9 |
| LADT690 (E) | Dissertation Draft and Final Defense | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about PhD in Law
How many credit hours is PhD in Law at Abu Dhabi University?
PhD in Law at Abu Dhabi University requires completing 60 credit hours to graduate, spread across 19 courses.
How many years is PhD in Law at Abu Dhabi University?
The study plan for PhD in Law spans about 3 years (5 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does PhD in Law award?
PhD in Law at Abu Dhabi University awards a PhD degree after completing 60 credit hours.
Is PhD in Law offered at other universities?
Yes, PhD in Law is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.