Department of Law

Overview

Course
Bachelor of Law
Career Opportunities in Law
City University Learning Outcomes (CULOS)
Department Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Instructors
Degree Requirements
Foundation Program (Government Mandated)
City University Core Courses
Structure of the Program

Course

BACHELOR OF LAW

Bachelor of Law

The Law Program at City University prepares students to navigate the changing local and global legal landscape. The curriculum is designed to reflect students’ cultural and religious backgrounds while providing essential knowledge and practical skills. Aspiring lawyers, advocates, judges, compliance officers, and others can achieve their career goals through this program.

Career Opportunities in Law

Law graduates can work in both in governmental and non-governmental organizations in multiple careers. Some of the careers related to the degree that you can pursue include general practice lawyer, general practice paralegal, judge, court clerk, court manager, legal advisor, compliance officer, tax advisor et cetera. Law graduates can also pursue post-graduate studies in law.

Political Science and International Relations graduates have several career options. They can work in the bureaucracy as policy analysts or policy advisors. Those who want to continue their studies can also specialize in law or become academics. Moreover, many political science graduates choose to work in not-for-profit organizations, media, or the private sector.

Political Science & International Relations graduates formulate and implement policies in the public sector. They also often develop, implement, and evaluate social programs and services.

City University Learning Outcomes (CULOS)

City University Learning Outcomes (CULOS) are general, transferable knowledge and skills that every City University graduate is expected to have met, regardless of the degree program. City University Learning Outcomes are developed through integrated curricular and co-curricular student experiences. These outcomes are achieved throughout the foundation program, the university-wide core courses, the degree program courses, and student experiences outside the classroom.

Critical thinking: City University graduates will be able to engage in inquiry, value examination, and creative problem-solving.
Communication: City University graduates will be able to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
Leadership & teamwork: City University graduates will be able to participate constructively and interact effectively with others to accomplish common goals.
Technological competence: City University graduates will be able to properly use and evaluate technology in their professions, both ethically and securely.
Research: City University graduates will be able to systematically investigate a research question, exploring, collecting, and analyzing evidence to establish facts and make informed conclusions.
Global awareness: City University graduates will be able to explain globalization and its impact on them and their society while understanding their own and other cultures and reacting to differences in an enlightened and socially responsible manner.
Local/National & Islamic awareness: City University graduates will be able to discuss the main features of Islamic civilization, as well as the history and socio-politics of the Somali people.
Language: City University graduates will be able to communicate fluently in Somali and English, using the academic and professional conventions of these languages.

Department Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the program, students will be able to:

Research: Conducting research on legal cases across various jurisdictions, including statutory and secondary authorities. This involves problem-solving by applying legal theories and philosophies to the specific case at hand.
Critical Thinking: Formulating arguments based on diverse premises and perspectives.
Professionalism and Ethics: Developing a professional identity as an attorney while honouring obligations to all parties in the legal system, including the public, courts, opposing counsel, fellow attorneys, and clients.
Communication: Effectively conveying and receiving information in both written and spoken formats to diverse audiences, such as judges, opposing attorneys, clients, and colleagues, while adapting the communication style to suit each audience.
Global Awareness: Skillfully navigating the challenges and opportunities of diversity to enhance situations both within your country and internationally.
Leadership and Teamwork: Collaborating with others through mutual support, open communication, and a shared commitment to achieving group objectives.

Delivery Mode

City University Learning Outcomes guide the development of degree programs and course-level learning outcomes.

Faculty and Instructors

Ismail Moallim Mohamoud Ali

Mr. Ismail Moallim Mohamoud Ali is an LL.M degree holder with a major in Public Law from the University of Aden. He earned his LL.B from Mogadishu University. He also holds a Diploma in English Language from Boston College in Yemen. Besides teaching several courses at City University, he is currently the Research supervisor for Law students. He has 10 years of teaching experience. Some of the courses he teaches are International Law, Criminal Procedure Law, Constitutional Law, and Contract Law.

. Salah Adam Khalifa Idris

Mr. Salah Adam Khalifa Idris is a Senior Lecturer and Legal Consultant. He is concluding his Ph.D at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), in Malaysia. He has international experience having worked and studied in Sudan, Malaysia and Somalia. He holds a Master Degree in Law with a specialization in International Law from the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM). He also holds a BA degree in Sharia & Islamic Studies from the International University of Africa, Khartoum, Sudan. He has taught at City University. He teaches Legal Methods, Legal Research, International Law, Property Law and Civil Procedure Law. Mr. Salah is also the founder and manager of Jawda Group in Sudan. He worked as a Training Coordinator at the Advanced Engineering and Innovation Center (IIUM) in Malaysia and as an Administration Officer at Noor Asia Student Services and Training.

Student Testimonials

City University of Mogadishu’s Law program gave me the freedom to grow beyond traditional academia. The university fostered a space where we were encouraged to question assumptions, engage with real-world legal challenges, and interact with external institutions. This hands-on experience helped sharpen my problem-solving skills and instilled the confidence to take bold steps in my career. The professors were not just educators but mentors who constantly pushed us to think beyond the obvious and prepare ourselves for global opportunities. My time here transformed me into a law graduate ready to contribute meaningfully in any setting.

Abdikarem Maruf, Law Graduate, Class of 2024

My time at the Department of Law has been profoundly enriching, both personally and professionally. The program equipped me with critical thinking skills and a deep understanding of justice, fostering my ability to approach legal challenges with thoughtfulness and responsibility. On a personal level, the rigorous academic environment helped shape my resilience and intellectual curiosity, encouraging me to think beyond conventional boundaries and explore broader societal implications. The support from faculty and peers inspired continuous self-improvement and a commitment to excellence.

Aliza Abdullahi Bilow, Law Graduate, Class of 2024.

Degree Requirements

No	Course Description	Subjects	Credit Hours
1	Foundation Program (Government Mandated)	11	28
2	University Core Required Courses	8	24
3	Department Required Courses	14	42
4	Concentration Required Courses	8	24
5	Electives	5	15
	Total	47	133

Foundation Program (Government Mandated)

Effective September 2023, the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education of the Federal Government of Somalia has mandated a one-year foundation program for all university students in Somalia. The Ministry’s directive has specified the foundation year’s minimum courses and credit hours, ensuring students are prepared for their academic journey. As a result, like any other university in the country, the City University of Mogadishu students will complete a well-structured foundation year program.

Foundation classes (Semester 1)

Medium of Instruction (Intensive English Course) FND 051 Beginner English FND 061 Elementary English FND 071 Pre-Intermediate English FND 081 Intermediate English FND 091 Upper Intermediate English	16 hours	3
Introduction to University Context	1	1
Essentials of Islam and Ethics	2	2
Computer Technology	2	2
Introduction to Civil Engineering (CIE100)	3	3
Total	25	11

Foundation Course (Semester 2)

Course	Contact Hours	Credit Hours
Medium of Instruction Language (English)/Academic Writing	8	3
Somali Language	4	3
Critical Thinking	4	3
Conflict Resolution	2	2
Arabic)	4	3
Pre-Calculus	4	3
Total	24	17

City University Core Courses

City University’s core curriculum is divided into two parts. First, all students take the required core courses after they successfully finish their foundation program. This shared intellectual experience is designed to immensely contribute to the achievement of the University Learning Outcomes. Second, depending on their degree program, students will select from the free core electives throughout their years of study at the university.

Number	Course No	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	UNI 117	Understanding the Somali Society and Culture	3
2	UNI 121	Oral & Written Communication	3
3	UNI 123	Academic English (Writing)	3
4	UNI 132	Islamic Civilization	3
5	UNI 208	Statistics	3
6	UNI 310	Research Methods	3
7	UNI 321	Entrepreneurship Management	3
8	UNI 421	Globalization	3
		Total	24

Structure of the Program

Foundation classes (Semester 1)

Medium of Instruction (Intensive English Course) FND 051 Beginner English FND 061 Elementary English FND 071 Pre-Intermediate English FND 081 Intermediate English FND 091 Upper Intermediate English	16 hours	3
Introduction to University Context	1	1
Essentials of Islam and Ethics	2	2
Computer Technology	2	2
Introduction to Civil Engineering (CIE100)	3	3
Total	25	11

Foundation Course (Semester 2)

Course	Contact Hours	Credit Hours
Medium of Instruction Language (English)/Academic Writing	8	3
Somali Language	4	3
Critical Thinking	4	3
Conflict Resolution	2	2
Arabic)	4	3
Pre-Calculus	4	3
Total	24	17

Semester 3

Course No	Course Title	Contact Hours
UNI 123	Academic Writing	3
	Property Law	3
	Criminal Law	3
	Constitutional law	3

Semester 4

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 208	Statistics	3
	Fiqh 1	3
	Contract Law	3
	Legal Methods	3

Semester 5

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 121	Oral and Written Communication	3
	Fiqh 2	3
	Islamic Law	3
	International Law	3

Semester 6

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 117	Understanding the Somali Society and Culture	3
	Criminal Procedure I	3
	Civil Procedure Law I	3
	International Human Rights Law	3

Semester 7

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 132	Islamic Civilization	3
	Criminal Procedure II	3
	Fiqh of Inheritance	3
	Law of Torts (Civil Law) or Legal Research and Writing	3

Semester 8

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 310	Research Methodology	3
UNI 132	Islamic Civilization	3
	Trial Advocacy	3
	Civil Procedure II	3

Semester 9

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 132	Entrepreneurship Management	3
	LAW 500: Legal Clinic I	3
	LAW 501: Externship I	3
	Capstone Research I	3

Semester 10

Course No	Course Title	Credit Hours
UNI 421	Globalization	3
	LAW 500: Legal Clinic II	3
	LAW 501: Externship II	3
	Capstone Research II	3

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