Jurisprudence Law at Iraq
Member States Iraq - EATJN
Iraq offers a range of law programs that integrate traditional Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) with modern legal education, preparing students for various legal professions within the country and beyond. Here are some notable institutions:
🎓 University of Alkafeel – College of Law
Location: Karbala
Programs: Bachelor’s in Legal Sciences
Language: Arabic
Highlights:
Offers courses in Islamic jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh) and comparative law.
Emphasizes practical training through internships in Iraqi courts.
Graduates are prepared for roles in legal practice, judicial positions, and further academic studies.
Website: alkafeel.edu.iq(Al-Kitab university –)
🎓 Al-Turath University – College of Law
Location: Baghdad
Programs: Bachelor’s in Law
Language: Arabic
Highlights:
Focuses on constitutional, civil, criminal, and commercial law.
Aims to prepare students for roles in judiciary, advocacy, and legal advisory positions.
Emphasizes the development of legal awareness and the promotion of justice.
Website: uoturath.edu.iq(auib.edu.iq, NPR, uoturath.edu.iq, University of Sulaimani)
🎓 University of Sulaimani – College of Law
Location: Sulaimaniyah
Programs: Bachelor’s in Law
Language: Primarily Kurdish and Arabic
Highlights:
Established in 1998, with over 3,300 graduates.
Aims to develop legal awareness and contribute to the establishment of a state of law and civil society.
Offers both morning and evening programs.
Website: univsul.edu.iq(University of Sulaimani, en.alkafeel.edu.iq)
🎓 Al-Kitab University – College of Law
Location: Wasit
Programs: Bachelor’s in Law
Language: Arabic
Highlights:
Established in 2013, focusing on modern teaching methodologies.
Provides practical training through judicial case studies and hands-on experience in courts and legal institutions.
Aims to prepare students for challenges in the dynamic legal and political landscape.
Website: uoalkitab.edu.iq(Brookings, law.nd.edu, Al-Kitab university –)
🎓 The American University of Iraq – Baghdad (AUIB) – College of Law
Location: Baghdad
Programs: Bachelor of Law
Language: English
Highlights:
Offers a curriculum that merges common law and civil law traditions.
Provides practical experiences through moot courts and internships.
Collaborates with the Iraqi Judicial Council, offering students unique opportunities for practical experience.
Website: auib.edu.iq(en.alkafeel.edu.iq, auib.edu.iq)
🎓 Al-Farahidi University – College of Law
Location: Baghdad
Programs: Bachelor’s in Law
Language: Arabic
Highlights:
Focuses on developing legal awareness and disseminating legal scientific research.
Offers a curriculum that includes virtual court sessions to provide practical skills.
Aims to prepare students for roles in public and private institutions.
Website: uoalfarahidi.edu.iq(auib.edu.iq, en.uoalfarahidi.edu.iq)
Note: While these institutions offer comprehensive legal education, it's important to verify the specific focus on Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) and its integration into the curriculum, as this can vary between programs.
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