Faculty of Law – PhD
A career in Law is intellectually challenging, financially rewarding & personally fulfilling. Law is not just about rules & regulation. Law is also about rights, justice & understanding of human behaviour & society.
The Faculty of Law, UKM has designed postgraduate programmes Doctor of Philosophy (Law) and Master of Laws (LLM) in improving a standard of thoughts, skills & knowledge.
The advantage of postgraduate study is that it allows you to enter employment with additional skills and knowledge. As we specialise in teaching, with a focus on practical problem solving, you’ll develop a formidable range of essential skills that can make all the difference when developing your career.
Programme Highlight
Programme Highlights
- Comprehensive understanding of legal principles, systems, and professional practice
- Develops legal research, critical analysis, advocacy, and communication skills
- Explores contemporary legal issues within national and international contexts
- Prepares graduates for careers in legal practice, government, corporate organisations, and academia
| Doctor of Philosophy in Law – Research Mode | |
|---|---|
| Child Law | Family Law |
| Islamic Criminal Law | Islamic Commercial Law |
| Constitutional Law | Administrative Law |
| Medical Law | Law of Securities Regulation |
| Insolvency Law | Company & Partnership Law |
| Labour Law & Industrial Relations | Commercial & Consumer Law |
| Environmental Law | Contract Law |
| Alternative Dispute Resolution | Intellectual Property Law |
| Banking Law | Law of Tort |
| Criminal Law | Equity & Trust |
| Gender & Law | Public International Law |
| International Economic Law | Criminal Justice |
| International Law of the Sea | Law of Migration |
| Juvenile Justice | Takaful Law |
| Sports Law | International Development Law |
| Law of Information Technology | Islamic Securities Law |
| Islamic Financial System | Law of Corporate Crime |
| Legal Research Methodology | Competition Law |
| Water Law | Evidence Law |
| International Law & Indigenous People | Forensic Law |
| International Human Rights Law | |
Prof. Dr. Noor Azuan Hashim
Faculty of Administrative & Financial Sciences
Dr. Wan Nadiah Mohd Nadzri
Faculty of Administrative & Financial Sciences
Nur Hannani Maisarah
Registration Officer| Program Cost Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration of Study | Full-time: 6 - 12 Semesters (3 - 6 Years) |
| Tuition Fee | 110,000 QR |
| Registration Fee | 2,500 QR |
Admissions Requirements
Application Form
- Manual or online application form
Passport and Qatar ID
- Submit clear copy of your passport and Qatar ID.
Research Proposal
- Submit a detailed research proposal outlining your intended Master's research.
2 Referees:
- Submit the names and contact details of two referees who can provide recommendations.
Photographs
- Provide passport-sized photos - one blue and one white background.
Academic Transcripts and Certificates
- Provide your Bachelor's and Masters degree certificates and transcripts translated in English.
Language Requirements
- LMCM1083 Communicative Malay Language for International Students (compulsory for all international postgraduate students).
English Proficiency
- Obtained IELTS (5.5), or TOEFL (550) (This requirement is waived for applicants who completed their previous studies in English; submit an "English Medium Structure" certificate).
Research Proposal
The research proposal should contain the following details and not more than 8 pages:
- Research Title
- Introduction
- Background of Research
- Problem Statement
- Research Objectives
- Research Methodology
- Research Significance
- Literature Review
- References
Application Deadlines
| Academic Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Day | 16 Aug – 20 Aug 2026 |
| Lectures Start | 23 Aug 2026 |
| Mid Semester Break | 11 Oct – 15 Oct 2026 |
| Lectures Resume | 18 Oct – 10 Dec 2026 |
| Examinations | 13 Dec – 24 Dec 2026 |
| Semester Break | 25 Dec 2026 – 14 Jan 2027 |
