The Judicial Assistant Program prepares qualified legal professionals to support lawyers and judges in judicial procedures through the use of modern technologies and effective legal file management practices. The program equips students with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to contribute efficiently to the legal sector and enhance the quality of judicial services.
Study Plan
Year one
36 credit hours: first 18, second 18.
University Requirement
College Requirement
Major Requirement
First semester
18 hours
Course
Code
Hours
Prerequisite
Details
UNID1201
2
None
This university requirement course develops the fundamental Arabic language skills needed by students in their academic, professional, and everyday contexts. It focuses on the proper use of Modern Standard Arabic through the study of basic principles of grammar, morphology, spelling, and punctuation, as well as the development of reading comprehension, analysis, oral communication, and written expression skills. The course also emphasizes linguistic accuracy, appropriate word choice, coherence of ideas, and clear and correct text construction. Students are trained to identify and correct common linguistic errors and to use Arabic effectively and appropriately in academic, professional, and general contexts.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID1202
2
None
This course introduces the principles of computer use and basic office applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. It also covers internet and email basics and online information searching. Students gain hands-on computer skills necessary for daily clerical and administrative tasks, preparing them technically for work in the modern administrative and judicial environment.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS1301
3
None
This course introduces students to the fundamentals and core concepts of legal science, beginning with the
definition, characteristics, and objectives of law, followed by its main branches (public and private law) and its
various sources such as legislation, custom, judicial precedent, and legal doctrine. It also examines the theory of
the legal rule, forms of legal sanction, and the principles governing the application of law in terms of time, place,
and persons. The course prepares students to understand the general structure of the legal system as
groundwork for studying its various
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1202
2
None
This course studies crime as a social phenomenon, examining its biological, psychological, and social causes and reviewing the major theories explaining criminal behavior. It also addresses the offender's personality and criminal profile, along with methods of crime prevention and control. The penology component covers types of punishment, their objectives, theories of individualized sentencing, and methods of treating convicted persons through rehabilitation and reform programs, providing students with a scientific background complementing their understanding of criminal law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS1203
2
None
This course traces the historical development of legal systems across different eras, starting with ancient codes such as the Code of Hammurabi and Roman law, through Islamic jurisprudence and its sources of legislation, up to the emergence of modern positive law and its influence by European legal schools. It also covers the origin and evolution of the Palestinian legal system through its successive governing periods (Ottoman, Mandate, Jordanian, and Egyptian) up to the present, enabling students to understand the historical roots of contemporary legal rules.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1304
3
None
This course equips students with essential English legal terminology and vocabulary used in various legal and judicial contexts, such as courts, procedures, contracts, and rights. Students practice reading and comprehending simple legal texts in English and translating common legal terms between Arabic and English. The course also develops basic legal conversation and correspondence skills, serving as a supporting tool enabling students to work with foreign legal references and documents.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1105
1
None
This course covers the ethical principles and values required of those working in the judicial and legal field, focusing on integrity, impartiality, honesty, and professional confidentiality. It reviews codes of professional conduct for court and judicial staff and the ethics of dealing with litigants and colleagues. The course also discusses practical case studies of ethical dilemmas a judicial assistant may face in daily work, aiming to instill responsible professional conduct in students.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1306
3
None
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of public international law, including its subjects (states and international organizations) and its sources such as treaties, international custom, and general principles of law. It covers topics like sovereignty, international recognition, and peaceful settlement of international disputes, along with an introduction to international humanitarian law and human rights, highlighting the relationship between international law and Palestinian domestic law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Second semester
18 hours
Course
Code
Hours
Prerequisite
Details
UNID1203
2
None
This course develops students' general English language skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a focus on basic vocabulary and grammatical structures used in everyday and professional situations. Students practice comprehending short texts, simple written expression, and daily conversation. It is a general university requirement that complements the Legal Terminology in English course.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID1204
2
None
This course covers the principles of Islamic doctrine and the pillars of Islam, focusing on Islamic values and ethics and their role in shaping individual and societal character. It provides an introduction to the sources of Islamic legislation and their influence on legal systems, along with contemporary topics on professional ethics from an Islamic perspective, reinforcing students' cultural and value-based identity as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1307
3
None
This course equips students with the essential skills for performing secretarial duties in judicial and administrative departments, including organizing files and correspondence, and managing appointments and meetings. It covers telephone communication techniques, receiving visitors, and handling incoming and outgoing mail. The course also focuses on time management and prioritization skills, preparing students for an effective supporting role within judicial departments.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DHUM1301
3
This course develops students' fast and accurate typing skills in both Arabic and English using the keyboard. Students practice touch-typing techniques without looking at the keyboard and learn to format typed texts according to standard office conventions. The course includes graduated practical exercises to increase typing speed and reduce error rates, preparing students to efficiently perform the office typing tasks required in judicial and administrative work.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
DLAS1308
3
This course covers the general part of criminal law, beginning with the principle of legality and the scope of application of criminal law in terms of time, place, and persons. It examines the elements of crime (material, moral, and legal), forms of criminal participation such as perpetrator and accomplice, grounds excluding criminal responsibility, and justifying circumstances, along with the theory of punishment and aggravating and mitigating circumstances, building the theoretical foundation for specific offenses studied later.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
Unlocks
DLAS1209
2
None
This course introduces students to the provisions of Palestinian labor law governing individual and collective employment relations, including the employment contract, its conditions and types, workers' rights and obligations, working hours, leave, and wages. It also covers termination of employment contracts and due compensation, mechanisms for resolving labor disputes, and the role of labor unions, enabling students to understand the legal framework regulating the labor market.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1310
3
None
This course covers personal status rules applied in Palestine, derived from Islamic Sharia and related legislation, including marriage—its pillars, conditions, and effects—and the various forms of marital dissolution such as divorce and annulment. It also addresses maintenance, custody, guardianship over persons and property, and an introduction to inheritance and testamentary rules, preparing students to handle cases and files related to personal status courts.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
1
Year two
36 credit hours: first 18, second 18.
First semester
18 hours
Course
Code
Hours
Prerequisite
Details
UNID2205
2
None
This course covers the geography and political history of Palestine, from the historical roots of the Palestinian cause, through the stages of occupation, the Nakba, and the Naksa, up to the political settlement process and the current phase. It also reviews the political and administrative structure of the Palestinian National Authority, strengthening students' national belonging and awareness of their national cause as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2106
1
None
This course aims to provide students with the fundamental concepts and principles of occupational safety and health and to enhance their awareness of the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy working environment and preventing occupational accidents, injuries, and diseases.
The course introduces the definition, scope, and importance of occupational safety and health, as well as the impact of occupational accidents on individuals and organizations. It covers the major types of workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial hazards, together with methods for hazard identification, risk assessment, control, and prevention.
The course also addresses relevant local and international occupational safety and health laws and regulations, as well as the responsibilities of employers and employees in implementing safety measures. Students are introduced to the basic principles of first aid and the initial management of injuries, accidents, and emergency situations in the workplace.
In addition, the course covers the principles of occupational safety and health management, including the development of workplace safety programs, evaluation and improvement of safety performance, employee training, and the promotion of a positive safety culture.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2311
3
None
This course introduces students to the concept and scope of administrative law, covering administrative organization in Palestine in terms of centralization and decentralization, and the executive authority and its bodies. It examines the theory of administrative decisions, conditions for their validity, methods of challenging them, and the theory of administrative contracts, along with administrative liability and oversight, preparing students to understand the rules governing administrative bodies.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS2312
3
None
This course covers the legally recognized methods of proof—documentary evidence, testimony, presumptions, acknowledgment, and oath—and the conditions for invoking each before the courts. It also covers the rules of compulsory execution of judgments and executory instruments, procedures for executory and precautionary attachment, and the role of the execution department, equipping students with the practical skills needed to handle evidence and execution files in courts.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2313
3
This course covers the procedures followed before judicial police, public prosecution, and criminal courts, starting with preliminary inquiry and investigation, through arrest, detention, and search procedures, up to trial stages and methods of appealing criminal judgments. It also addresses the rights and legal safeguards of the accused throughout the criminal proceedings, preparing students for practical participation in criminal case procedures.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
DLAS2314
3
None
This course covers the rules for filing and registering civil claims, subject-matter and territorial jurisdiction, and procedures for notification, appearance, and default before the courts. It also reviews the stages of litigation from the exchange of pleadings to judgment, and the ordinary and extraordinary means of appeal for civil and commercial judgments, providing students with the practical procedural skills needed to work in civil court registries.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DHUM2202
2
None
This course covers the fundamental concepts of democracy as a system of governance and a political value, including principles such as popular sovereignty, political pluralism, peaceful transfer of power, and separation of powers. It also covers fundamental human rights and their classifications (civil, political, economic, social, and cultural) and the mechanisms for their protection at the international and domestic levels, along with the major international human rights conventions. It examines the state of democratic practice and human rights in Palestine and the associated challenges, developing students' rights-based and democratic awareness as a general university requirement.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2115
1
None
This course develops students' skills in drafting legal documents in precise and correct legal language, including contracts, regulations, memoranda, and judicial and administrative decisions. Students practice using appropriate legal terminology while avoiding ambiguity and contradiction. The course also reviews practical models of common judicial and administrative documents, preparing students to prepare legal documents professionally.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Second semester
18 hours
Course
Code
Hours
Prerequisite
Details
UNID2108
1
None
This course introduces basic concepts of self-employment and entrepreneurship, including developing a project idea, preliminary feasibility studies, and identifying financing requirements. It also reviews the legal and administrative aspects of establishing small enterprises, developing students' entrepreneurial spirit and equipping them with skills to create self-employment opportunities, as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2107
1
None
This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of health and the environment by exploring the interrelationship between human health and various environmental factors and their role in disease prevention and health promotion. The course introduces the concept of the environment, its major components, and key environmental challenges arising from human activities and the use of natural resources, as well as their impact on environmental and health balance. It also examines different forms of environmental pollution, including air, water, soil, noise, radioactive, light, and visual pollution, and their effects on human health and the environment. The course addresses climate change and global warming, their causes, and their health and environmental consequences, with particular attention to major environmental challenges in the Arab region. It also covers the importance and properties of water, the water cycle, sources of water pollution, and water quality standards. In addition, the course discusses toxins, diseases, food, and health and their relationship to the environment and community health. The course promotes students’ awareness of environmental hazards and preventive measures while emphasizing responsible resource management, environmental education, and sustainable development to support human health and environmental protection.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DHUM2303
3
No description has been added for this course yet.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
DLAS2216
2
None
This course covers the basic concepts of public finance, including the state's general budget, its revenues, and expenditures. It also reviews Palestinian tax legislation, types of direct and indirect taxes, assessment and collection procedures, and tax disputes and methods of appeal, providing students with a legal and financial background on the relationship between citizens and the public treasury.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2217
2
This course covers the legal provisions governing civil service in Palestine, including appointment conditions, the rights and duties of public employees, and the disciplinary system and job-related penalties. It also reviews the grounds for termination of service such as retirement, dismissal, and resignation, familiarizing students with the legal framework governing the relationship between employees and the state.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
DLAS2218
2
None
This course introduces students to the provisions of commercial law, including the concept of the merchant and commercial acts, the commercial establishment and its elements, and negotiable instruments such as bills of exchange, checks, and promissory notes. It also provides an introduction to commercial companies and bankruptcy procedures, equipping students with the legal knowledge needed to handle commercially related files.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2219
2
None
This course covers the fundamental principles of constitutional law, including the theory of the state and the constitution, its formation and amendment, and the principle of separation of powers. It also reviews comparative political systems such as presidential and parliamentary systems, along with the Palestinian political system under the Basic Law, enabling students to understand the constitutional framework within which judicial institutions operate.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2320
3
None
This course covers the theory of obligations in civil law, starting with its voluntary sources such as contracts and unilateral will, and its involuntary sources such as tortious acts, unjust enrichment, and the law. It also reviews the effects, transfer, and extinction of obligations through performance or other means, building the theoretical foundation needed to understand other branches of civil law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2121
1
None
This course provides students with a practical opportunity to engage directly in a judicial or administrative work environment through training at a relevant court or legal department. It allows students to observe judicial procedures and handle actual files under direct supervision, and includes preparing a training report documenting tasks completed and skills acquired, linking theoretical knowledge with practical fieldwork.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2122
1
None
This course develops the personal and professional skills required in the job market, including effective communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving. It also covers preparing a résumé and getting ready for job interviews, enhancing students' readiness to confidently and competently enter the workforce after graduation.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
2
Appendix
Course Guidance
Every course in the program by requirement type. Each band is as wide as the type's share of the program's hours.
Course
Code
Hours
When
Prerequisite
Details
UNID1201
2
Year one, First semester
None
This university requirement course develops the fundamental Arabic language skills needed by students in their academic, professional, and everyday contexts. It focuses on the proper use of Modern Standard Arabic through the study of basic principles of grammar, morphology, spelling, and punctuation, as well as the development of reading comprehension, analysis, oral communication, and written expression skills. The course also emphasizes linguistic accuracy, appropriate word choice, coherence of ideas, and clear and correct text construction. Students are trained to identify and correct common linguistic errors and to use Arabic effectively and appropriately in academic, professional, and general contexts.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID1202
2
Year one, First semester
None
This course introduces the principles of computer use and basic office applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. It also covers internet and email basics and online information searching. Students gain hands-on computer skills necessary for daily clerical and administrative tasks, preparing them technically for work in the modern administrative and judicial environment.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
UNID1203
2
Year one, Second semester
None
This course develops students' general English language skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a focus on basic vocabulary and grammatical structures used in everyday and professional situations. Students practice comprehending short texts, simple written expression, and daily conversation. It is a general university requirement that complements the Legal Terminology in English course.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID1204
2
Year one, Second semester
None
This course covers the principles of Islamic doctrine and the pillars of Islam, focusing on Islamic values and ethics and their role in shaping individual and societal character. It provides an introduction to the sources of Islamic legislation and their influence on legal systems, along with contemporary topics on professional ethics from an Islamic perspective, reinforcing students' cultural and value-based identity as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2205
2
Year two, First semester
None
This course covers the geography and political history of Palestine, from the historical roots of the Palestinian cause, through the stages of occupation, the Nakba, and the Naksa, up to the political settlement process and the current phase. It also reviews the political and administrative structure of the Palestinian National Authority, strengthening students' national belonging and awareness of their national cause as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2106
1
Year two, First semester
None
This course aims to provide students with the fundamental concepts and principles of occupational safety and health and to enhance their awareness of the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy working environment and preventing occupational accidents, injuries, and diseases.
The course introduces the definition, scope, and importance of occupational safety and health, as well as the impact of occupational accidents on individuals and organizations. It covers the major types of workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial hazards, together with methods for hazard identification, risk assessment, control, and prevention.
The course also addresses relevant local and international occupational safety and health laws and regulations, as well as the responsibilities of employers and employees in implementing safety measures. Students are introduced to the basic principles of first aid and the initial management of injuries, accidents, and emergency situations in the workplace.
In addition, the course covers the principles of occupational safety and health management, including the development of workplace safety programs, evaluation and improvement of safety performance, employee training, and the promotion of a positive safety culture.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2108
1
Year two, Second semester
None
This course introduces basic concepts of self-employment and entrepreneurship, including developing a project idea, preliminary feasibility studies, and identifying financing requirements. It also reviews the legal and administrative aspects of establishing small enterprises, developing students' entrepreneurial spirit and equipping them with skills to create self-employment opportunities, as a general university requirement.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
UNID2107
1
Year two, Second semester
None
This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of health and the environment by exploring the interrelationship between human health and various environmental factors and their role in disease prevention and health promotion. The course introduces the concept of the environment, its major components, and key environmental challenges arising from human activities and the use of natural resources, as well as their impact on environmental and health balance. It also examines different forms of environmental pollution, including air, water, soil, noise, radioactive, light, and visual pollution, and their effects on human health and the environment. The course addresses climate change and global warming, their causes, and their health and environmental consequences, with particular attention to major environmental challenges in the Arab region. It also covers the importance and properties of water, the water cycle, sources of water pollution, and water quality standards. In addition, the course discusses toxins, diseases, food, and health and their relationship to the environment and community health. The course promotes students’ awareness of environmental hazards and preventive measures while emphasizing responsible resource management, environmental education, and sustainable development to support human health and environmental protection.
Type
University Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
Course
Code
Hours
When
Prerequisite
Details
DHUM1301
3
Year one, Second semester
This course develops students' fast and accurate typing skills in both Arabic and English using the keyboard. Students practice touch-typing techniques without looking at the keyboard and learn to format typed texts according to standard office conventions. The course includes graduated practical exercises to increase typing speed and reduce error rates, preparing students to efficiently perform the office typing tasks required in judicial and administrative work.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
DHUM2202
2
Year two, First semester
None
This course covers the fundamental concepts of democracy as a system of governance and a political value, including principles such as popular sovereignty, political pluralism, peaceful transfer of power, and separation of powers. It also covers fundamental human rights and their classifications (civil, political, economic, social, and cultural) and the mechanisms for their protection at the international and domestic levels, along with the major international human rights conventions. It examines the state of democratic practice and human rights in Palestine and the associated challenges, developing students' rights-based and democratic awareness as a general university requirement.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DHUM2303
3
Year two, Second semester
No description has been added for this course yet.
Type
College Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
Course
Code
Hours
When
Prerequisite
Details
DLAS1301
3
Year one, First semester
None
This course introduces students to the fundamentals and core concepts of legal science, beginning with the
definition, characteristics, and objectives of law, followed by its main branches (public and private law) and its
various sources such as legislation, custom, judicial precedent, and legal doctrine. It also examines the theory of
the legal rule, forms of legal sanction, and the principles governing the application of law in terms of time, place,
and persons. The course prepares students to understand the general structure of the legal system as
groundwork for studying its various
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1202
2
Year one, First semester
None
This course studies crime as a social phenomenon, examining its biological, psychological, and social causes and reviewing the major theories explaining criminal behavior. It also addresses the offender's personality and criminal profile, along with methods of crime prevention and control. The penology component covers types of punishment, their objectives, theories of individualized sentencing, and methods of treating convicted persons through rehabilitation and reform programs, providing students with a scientific background complementing their understanding of criminal law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS1203
2
Year one, First semester
None
This course traces the historical development of legal systems across different eras, starting with ancient codes such as the Code of Hammurabi and Roman law, through Islamic jurisprudence and its sources of legislation, up to the emergence of modern positive law and its influence by European legal schools. It also covers the origin and evolution of the Palestinian legal system through its successive governing periods (Ottoman, Mandate, Jordanian, and Egyptian) up to the present, enabling students to understand the historical roots of contemporary legal rules.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1304
3
Year one, First semester
None
This course equips students with essential English legal terminology and vocabulary used in various legal and judicial contexts, such as courts, procedures, contracts, and rights. Students practice reading and comprehending simple legal texts in English and translating common legal terms between Arabic and English. The course also develops basic legal conversation and correspondence skills, serving as a supporting tool enabling students to work with foreign legal references and documents.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1105
1
Year one, First semester
None
This course covers the ethical principles and values required of those working in the judicial and legal field, focusing on integrity, impartiality, honesty, and professional confidentiality. It reviews codes of professional conduct for court and judicial staff and the ethics of dealing with litigants and colleagues. The course also discusses practical case studies of ethical dilemmas a judicial assistant may face in daily work, aiming to instill responsible professional conduct in students.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1306
3
Year one, First semester
None
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of public international law, including its subjects (states and international organizations) and its sources such as treaties, international custom, and general principles of law. It covers topics like sovereignty, international recognition, and peaceful settlement of international disputes, along with an introduction to international humanitarian law and human rights, highlighting the relationship between international law and Palestinian domestic law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1307
3
Year one, Second semester
None
This course equips students with the essential skills for performing secretarial duties in judicial and administrative departments, including organizing files and correspondence, and managing appointments and meetings. It covers telephone communication techniques, receiving visitors, and handling incoming and outgoing mail. The course also focuses on time management and prioritization skills, preparing students for an effective supporting role within judicial departments.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS1308
3
Year one, Second semester
This course covers the general part of criminal law, beginning with the principle of legality and the scope of application of criminal law in terms of time, place, and persons. It examines the elements of crime (material, moral, and legal), forms of criminal participation such as perpetrator and accomplice, grounds excluding criminal responsibility, and justifying circumstances, along with the theory of punishment and aggravating and mitigating circumstances, building the theoretical foundation for specific offenses studied later.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
Unlocks
DLAS1209
2
Year one, Second semester
None
This course introduces students to the provisions of Palestinian labor law governing individual and collective employment relations, including the employment contract, its conditions and types, workers' rights and obligations, working hours, leave, and wages. It also covers termination of employment contracts and due compensation, mechanisms for resolving labor disputes, and the role of labor unions, enabling students to understand the legal framework regulating the labor market.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS1310
3
Year one, Second semester
None
This course covers personal status rules applied in Palestine, derived from Islamic Sharia and related legislation, including marriage—its pillars, conditions, and effects—and the various forms of marital dissolution such as divorce and annulment. It also addresses maintenance, custody, guardianship over persons and property, and an introduction to inheritance and testamentary rules, preparing students to handle cases and files related to personal status courts.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year one, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2311
3
Year two, First semester
None
This course introduces students to the concept and scope of administrative law, covering administrative organization in Palestine in terms of centralization and decentralization, and the executive authority and its bodies. It examines the theory of administrative decisions, conditions for their validity, methods of challenging them, and the theory of administrative contracts, along with administrative liability and oversight, preparing students to understand the rules governing administrative bodies.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
Unlocks
DLAS2312
3
Year two, First semester
None
This course covers the legally recognized methods of proof—documentary evidence, testimony, presumptions, acknowledgment, and oath—and the conditions for invoking each before the courts. It also covers the rules of compulsory execution of judgments and executory instruments, procedures for executory and precautionary attachment, and the role of the execution department, equipping students with the practical skills needed to handle evidence and execution files in courts.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2313
3
Year two, First semester
This course covers the procedures followed before judicial police, public prosecution, and criminal courts, starting with preliminary inquiry and investigation, through arrest, detention, and search procedures, up to trial stages and methods of appealing criminal judgments. It also addresses the rights and legal safeguards of the accused throughout the criminal proceedings, preparing students for practical participation in criminal case procedures.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
DLAS2314
3
Year two, First semester
None
This course covers the rules for filing and registering civil claims, subject-matter and territorial jurisdiction, and procedures for notification, appearance, and default before the courts. It also reviews the stages of litigation from the exchange of pleadings to judgment, and the ordinary and extraordinary means of appeal for civil and commercial judgments, providing students with the practical procedural skills needed to work in civil court registries.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2115
1
Year two, First semester
None
This course develops students' skills in drafting legal documents in precise and correct legal language, including contracts, regulations, memoranda, and judicial and administrative decisions. Students practice using appropriate legal terminology while avoiding ambiguity and contradiction. The course also reviews practical models of common judicial and administrative documents, preparing students to prepare legal documents professionally.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, First semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2216
2
Year two, Second semester
None
This course covers the basic concepts of public finance, including the state's general budget, its revenues, and expenditures. It also reviews Palestinian tax legislation, types of direct and indirect taxes, assessment and collection procedures, and tax disputes and methods of appeal, providing students with a legal and financial background on the relationship between citizens and the public treasury.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2217
2
Year two, Second semester
This course covers the legal provisions governing civil service in Palestine, including appointment conditions, the rights and duties of public employees, and the disciplinary system and job-related penalties. It also reviews the grounds for termination of service such as retirement, dismissal, and resignation, familiarizing students with the legal framework governing the relationship between employees and the state.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
DLAS2218
2
Year two, Second semester
None
This course introduces students to the provisions of commercial law, including the concept of the merchant and commercial acts, the commercial establishment and its elements, and negotiable instruments such as bills of exchange, checks, and promissory notes. It also provides an introduction to commercial companies and bankruptcy procedures, equipping students with the legal knowledge needed to handle commercially related files.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2219
2
Year two, Second semester
None
This course covers the fundamental principles of constitutional law, including the theory of the state and the constitution, its formation and amendment, and the principle of separation of powers. It also reviews comparative political systems such as presidential and parliamentary systems, along with the Palestinian political system under the Basic Law, enabling students to understand the constitutional framework within which judicial institutions operate.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2320
3
Year two, Second semester
None
This course covers the theory of obligations in civil law, starting with its voluntary sources such as contracts and unilateral will, and its involuntary sources such as tortious acts, unjust enrichment, and the law. It also reviews the effects, transfer, and extinction of obligations through performance or other means, building the theoretical foundation needed to understand other branches of civil law.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2121
1
Year two, Second semester
None
This course provides students with a practical opportunity to engage directly in a judicial or administrative work environment through training at a relevant court or legal department. It allows students to observe judicial procedures and handle actual files under direct supervision, and includes preparing a training report documenting tasks completed and skills acquired, linking theoretical knowledge with practical fieldwork.
Type
Major Requirement
When
Year two, Second semester
Prerequisite
None
DLAS2122
1
Year two, Second semester
None
This course develops the personal and professional skills required in the job market, including effective communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving. It also covers preparing a résumé and getting ready for job interviews, enhancing students' readiness to confidently and competently enter the workforce after graduation.