Master in Criminal Law

• Advanced legal knowledge: Develop a deep and specialized understanding of criminal law theory and practice, including both substantive law and criminal procedure.
• Research and analytical skills: Hone the ability to conduct independent research, analyze complex legal issues, and write persuasive legal arguments.
• Critical evaluation: Learn to critically evaluate legal rules, procedures, and judicial decisions within the context of criminal justice.
• Professional preparation: Prepare for advanced professional roles, such as becoming a specialized criminal lawyer, a legal scholar, a government prosecutor, or an investigator.
• Policy and theory: Understand the theoretical underpinnings and policy implications of criminal law, and potentially contribute to policy discussions or research.
• Problem-solving: Gain the skills to apply legal knowledge and analytical techniques to solve complex problems in the criminal justice system.

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and must meet the specific admission requirements, which include a high school certificate or equivalent for general admission, and potentially a minimum GPA or specific undergraduate courses for the master’s program itself.

Major Requirement – 33 Credit Hours

Compulsory Courses – 24 Credit Hours
A0417901 – Research Methods – 3 Credit Hours
A0417207 – Specialized Studies in International Criminal Justice – 3 Credit Hours
A0417205 – Specialized Studies in Special Crimes – 3 Credit Hours
A0417204 – Specialized Studies in Islamic Criminal Legislation – 3 Credit Hours
A0417212 – Specialized Studies in Criminology and Penology – 3 Credit Hours
A0417206 – Specialized Studies in Drug Crimes – 3 Credit Hours
A0417203 – Specialized Studies in Crime Theory – 3 Credit Hours
A0417211 – Specialized Studies in the Code of Criminal Procedures – 3 Credit Hours

Elective Courses – 9 Credit Hours
A0417402 – Specialized Studies in Constitutional Law – 3 Credit Hours
A0417111 – The Jordanian Law of Civil Procedures – 3 Credit Hours
A0417209 – Specialized Studies in Tax Evasion and Customs Smuggling – 3 Credit Hours
A0417503 – Specialized Studies in Administrative Law – 3 Credit Hours
A0417213 – Alternatives of Punishments – 3 Credit Hours
A0417208 – Specialized Studies in Organized Crime – 3 Credit Hours
A0417210 – Specialized Studies in Public Service Crimes – 3 Credit Hours