Diploma program in international and comparative law studying different legal systems and international law. Prepares lawyers for practice in diverse legal environments and international legal work.
Program Description
The graduate diploma in international and comparative law promises a transformative career impact. Through critical thinking-based instruction, your understanding and practice of law will be elevated, making you a distinct asset in the legal profession.
- Gain a profound understanding of public and private law from both local and global perspectives.
- Examine the interplay of law with society, economics and humanities and the implications for public policy making.
- Develop and hone legal research skills applicable to both local and foreign legal systems.
- Build legal writing, presentation and lawyering skills in Arabic and English, facilitating success in diverse roles across litigation, corporate law and policymaking.
- Conceptualize and uphold the ethical obligations and civic responsibility of legal practitioners.
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university, acceptable GPA, English proficiency test, one recommendation letter
Requirements
The Graduate Diploma requires 18 credit hours.
Two courses are required:
LAW 500/5200 – Legal Research and Writing (3 cr.)
One out of the following two courses:
LAW 502/5202 – Comparative Law (3 cr.)
LAW 509/5209 – International Law (3 cr.)
Electives
Students will be able to take up to four courses as electives. The Law Department’s approval is required for electives offered by other departments.
Program Overview
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Contact Admission
The American University in Cairo