Law and Sharia — study plan
- Credit hours
- 159
- Levels
- 5
- Courses
- 50
- Degree
- bachelor
The Law and Sharia study plan at Kuwait University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 3 years (5 academic levels), requiring 159 credit hours across 50 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
University Requirements 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | Language Communication Skills | 3 |
| 151 | English Language I | 3 |
| 152 | English Language II | 3 |
| 171 | French Language I (alternative) Elective | 3 |
| 172 | French Language II (alternative) Elective | 3 |
Year One 40 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 102 | Research Seminar I | 2 |
| 104 | Principles of Law | 6 |
| 107 | Principles of Economics | 4 |
| 121 | Constitutional Law | 6 |
| 142 | Introduction to the Study of Islamic Sharia | 6 |
| 103 | History of Law and Legal Systems (Elective 1) Elective | 4 |
| 108 | Human Rights (Elective 1) Elective | 4 |
| 123 | Public Rights and Freedoms (Elective 1) Elective | 4 |
| 161 | Criminology and Penology (Elective 1) Elective | 4 |
Year Two 52 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 202 | Research Seminar II | 2 |
| 203 | Obligations and Evidence | 8 |
| 221 | Administrative Law I | 6 |
| 223 | Public Finance | 4 |
| 231 | Public International Law | 6 |
| 242 | Personal Status Law | 6 |
| 251 | Criminal Law (General) | 4 |
| 232 | International Environmental Law (Elective 2) Elective | 4 |
| 252 | Principles of Islamic Criminal Legislation (Elective 2) Elective | 4 |
| 253 | Juvenile Criminal Law (Elective 2) Elective | 4 |
| 271 | Petroleum Law (Elective 2) Elective | 4 |
Year Three 52 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 303 | Civil Procedure (Pleadings) | 6 |
| 304 | Labor and Social Insurance Legislation | 4 |
| 305 | Civil Contracts | 4 |
| 307 | Research Seminar III | 2 |
| 311 | Commercial Law I | 6 |
| 322 | Administrative Law II | 4 |
| 341 | Inheritance and Waqf Bequest | 4 |
| 351 | Criminal Law (Special) | 6 |
| 308 | Intellectual Property (Elective 3) Elective | 4 |
| 324 | Corruption Crimes (Elective 3) Elective | 4 |
| 332 | International Organizations (Elective 3) Elective | 4 |
| 365 | International Criminal Law (Elective 3) Elective | 4 |
Year Four 58 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 403 | Enforcement (Execution) | 4 |
| 404 | Civil Law (Real Rights) | 6 |
| 410 | Practical Training | 4 |
| 411 | Maritime Law | 4 |
| 412 | Commercial Law II | 6 |
| 421 | Private International Law | 6 |
| 441 | Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence | 4 |
| 461 | Criminal Procedure | 4 |
| 402 | Insurance Law (Elective 4) Elective | 4 |
| 407 | Electronic Commerce (Elective 4) Elective | 4 |
| 415 | Bankruptcy (Elective 4) Elective | 4 |
| 417 | Philosophy of Law (Elective 4) Elective | 4 |
| 423 | Constitutional Judiciary (Elective 4) Elective | 4 |
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 Law and Sharia
How many credit hours is Law and Sharia at Kuwait University?
Law and Sharia at Kuwait University requires completing 159 credit hours to graduate, spread across 50 courses.
How many years is Law and Sharia at Kuwait University?
The study plan for Law and Sharia spans about 3 years (5 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Law and Sharia award?
Law and Sharia at Kuwait University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 159 credit hours.
Is Law and Sharia offered at other universities?
Yes, Law and Sharia is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.