The College of Law provides specialized, internationally competitive, advanced legal education.
Our programs, taught in Arabic, offer those who wish to study law in the UAE a modern, innovative education with a forward-thinking approach to legal studies.
College of Law
Dean's Message
Welcome to the College of Law.
We are dedicated to enriching the lives of students who enter the College of Law at Abu Dhabi University, ensuring they receive a premier legal education that will enable them to solve the legal problems of today and tomorrow. We are unique in aiming to ensure our students have the knowledge to explore and resolve legal issues at a local, national, and international level. Overall, our ethos is to educate the 'Lawyers of Tomorrow'.
We develop our teaching programs to align with the UAE society and across the Arab world. Our faculty are among some of the leading voices in their subjects in the region and internationally, ensuring that our students' knowledge of the law reaches the highest level. The knowledge, skills, and values instilled in our students will enable them to succeed and excel in the job market. Our College of Law facilities are improving each year. For example, we have an active Moot Court, student engagement activities, and an increasing number of courses taught in English. Additionally, we offer internships and run key legal events throughout the year.
We look forward to welcoming you to the College of Law at Abu Dhabi University.
Sincerely,
Prof. Dr. Raphael J. Heffron
Dean of the College of Law and Barrister-at-Law
Globally diverse and accomplished academics
Study Law in the UAE at One of the Leading Law Universities
We offer an inspirational place to study law in the UAE, with a vibrant university community committed to academic and professional excellence. As one of the top law universities in the UAE, our programs—taught in Arabic—blend innovative teaching with a forward-thinking, comparative approach to legal education.
You can pursue a Bachelor of Law degree in the UAE at our Abu Dhabi or Al Ain campuses, or choose from specialized master’s programs in Public Law or Private Law available across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Dubai. These rigorous programs prepare graduates for careers in both the government and private sectors.
Our state-of-the-art facilities across the UAE create a dynamic learning environment ideal for students seeking the best law school experience in the UAE. Whether you're starting your legal journey or advancing your career, ADU’s College of Law is the place to grow.
All our law programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), UAE Ministry of Education.
Additionally, our degrees are internationally recognized and accredited by WASC, a prestigious U.S.-based accrediting commission. WASC is one of six official academic bodies responsible for accrediting public and private universities and colleges in the USA and abroad.
These credentials confirm our commitment to high academic standards and ensure your law degree in the UAE is globally respected.
