Northumbria University Law Students Participate In International Legal Knowledge Exchange

Study Abroad: The Inaugural Legal Knowledge Exchange Programme was held in Egypt and it is the beginning of an annual initiative between international legal institutions and Egypt’s Public Prosecutor's office.

Office of the Attorney General of Egypt hosted a new legal knowledge exchange programme where law students from Northumbria participated. Such meetings will be held annually between the international legal institutions and Egypt’s Public Prosecutor’s Office.

40 law students participated from Northumbria University, German University in Cairo, and the University of Vienna. The programme offered a unique learning opportunity for practical training, legal study, and cross-cultural exchange.

Professor Mohamed Badar, Director of the Northumbria International Criminal Law and Practice LLM Programme commented, "This visit was not just an academic opportunity to observe Egypt’s legal system – it was a platform for fostering dialogue, collaboration, and mutual understanding between countries and cultures. By engaging with different legal systems, our students develop a globally aware mindset that is essential for solving complex international legal challenges."

Details of Legal Knowledge Exchange Programme In Egypt

The week-long exchange allowed students to participate in workshops, lectures, and field visits to key legal institutes including - The House of Representatives, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Ministry of Social Solidarity, The Ministry of Justice, and The Supreme Constitutional Court.

Through these visits, the students got insights into Egypt's legislative, judicial and executive processes, and they also got a comparative perspective on international legal cooperation, digital transformation in justice, and legal governance.

Many distinguished legal professionals contributed to the programme including Amb. Dr Namira Negm, Director of the African Migration Observatory, Chief Justice Boulos Fahmy Iskandar, President of the Egyptian Supreme Constitutional Court, Justice Mohamed Shawky, Prosecutor General of Egypt, and Dr Jasmin Moussa, Legal Advisor to the Cabinet of the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

The students also got the certificates of appreciation for participating in the exchange. The certificate highlights the importance of such initiatives in preparing students for various roles in international law.

Professor Badar added, "Our students’ participation in this programme reflects Northumbria’s commitment to providing real-world legal experiences that enhance professional and cultural competencies. These exchanges strengthen their ability to navigate international legal landscapes and drive forward future legal collaborations."

Professor Michael Stockdale, Head of Department for Northumbria Law School, said, “This was an inspirational visit for our students. It introduced them to a variety of international law issues, helped them get to know other legal systems, and exposed them to a variety of new contacts, including some at very high levels.”

Dr Malvika Unithan, Assistant Professor at Northumbria Law School, added, "It was a unique academic opportunity for our students to hear from prolific and esteemed members within the Egyptian legal system regarding the practical realities of international criminal law and cooperation between States vis-a-vis legal matters. The programme provided an avenue for students to engage in analytical discussions, resulting in a shared, and stimulating experience of learning different legal approaches to international law and global justice."

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