This course aims to establish a solid scientific base for researchers in jurisprudence and its principles, through a systematic study of legal texts and applications of jurisprudential rules in various schools of thought. The program addresses advanced topics including the foundations of jurisprudence, comparative jurisprudence, contemporary jurisprudential rules, in addition to scientific research methods and the preparation of doctoral dissertations. The course combines critical analysis of traditional sources with innovation in jurisprudence based on contemporary issues, equipping students with the skills necessary to produce original contributions to the field. Practical training in writing and presenting research is accompanied by international conferences, which enhances the ability to contribute effectively to the development of Islamic jurisprudence.

The Doctorate in Jurisprudence and its Principles at Mutah University is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in al-Karak, Jordan, the program is taught in English and takes 4 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 846 / hour(s), with the next intake on September 16, 2026.
About Doctorate in Jurisprudence and its Principles
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Doctorate in Jurisprudence and its Principles at Mutah University
Entry Requirements
The programs offered at the university vary to include 105 academic programs distributed across the various academic stages. The university offers its students 53 programs at the bachelor's level, two programs at the diploma level, 43 programs at the master's level, and 9 programs at the doctoral level.
Admission requirements for master's programs:
A- The student must have a bachelor's degree with a grade of no less than good from a university, scientific institute, or scientific college recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's level.
C- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
Admission requirements for doctoral programs
A- The student must have a master's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "very good" at least from a university, scientific college, or scientific institute recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "good"
C- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's and master's levels.
D- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
English Language Requirements for Postgraduate Studies
Postgraduate students are accepted in doctoral and master's programs on condition that they pass the English language exam (TOEFL & IELTS) as an admission requirement and according to the data in the following table
IELTS 4 5- 4.5
TOEFL IBT 52-41 64-53
TOEFL CBT 150-123 180-153
TOEFL PAPER 473-437 510-477
TOEIC 405-600
Note:
Humanities Colleges students TOEFL 400
Scientific Colleges students TOEFL 500
English Language and English Language Curricula students TOEFL span
3- Students are accepted in postgraduate programs as an exception to the previous conditions in the event that they master the French language by obtaining the fifth level in the (Calibrated Test of French) TCF exam equivalent to the approved English language exam (Paper Based 500)
Fee Information

Jordan, al-Karak