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Browse Programs Admission InformationThis program aims to contribute to the development of a solid foundation of knowledge in Islamic law (Sharia) and civil law, aligned with the needs of the judicial system, particularly in the following areas:
· Training of judges
· Training of lawyers
· Training of notaries
· Training of bailiffs
Given that the majority of cases brought before the courts concern family law, and that the main reference for the Algerian Family Code is based on the provisions of Islamic Sharia, it is essential to train judicial personnel who are well-versed in the rules of Sharia across the relevant fields. It is also crucial that these professionals are capable of engaging in contemporary ijtihad (legal reasoning) based on derivative evidence (secondary sources of Islamic law).
Core Courses by Semester:
The training program consists of three semesters of coursework and a fourth semester dedicated to writing the graduation thesis.
The first three semesters include the following core subjects:
First Semester Core Courses:
· Quran Memorization and Recitation 1
· Legal and Jurisprudential Theories 1
· Comparative Political Systems
· Fundamentals of Fiqh (Ijtihad and Taqlid)
· Objectives of Sharia 1 (Maqāsid al-Sharī‘a)
Second Semester Core Courses:
· Quran Memorization and Recitation 2
· Comparative Law
· Legal and Jurisprudential Theories 2
· Objectives of Sharia 2
· International Legal Systems
Third Semester Core Courses:
· Quran Memorization and Recitation 3
· Public Service Law
· Maqasid-Based Ijtihad and Judicial Jurisprudence
· International Humanitarian Law
· Comparative Family Law
Advanced Topics in the Program:
The program also includes advanced topics that are essential in the academic journey of students specializing in this field. These include:
· Fundamentals of Fiqh (Ijtihad – legal reasoning – and Taqlid – adherence to precedent)
· Interpretation of Texts
· Nominated (Named) Contracts
· Unnamed Contracts
· Legal Proceedings and Litigation Procedures
· Penal System and Prison Reform
· International Legal Systems
· Comparative Family Law
Applicants to this program must meet the following criteria:
· Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sharia and Law, obtained after completing six full semesters of study.
· Or hold an equivalent degree.
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