University of Benghazi Concludes Specialised Legal Research Methods Training with Qatar University
The University of Benghazi has concluded a four-day specialised training programme in Legal Research Methods, delivered in cooperation with Qatar University. The programme formed part of a joint project under the Arab-German Young Academy of Sciences and Humanities (AGYA), with support from AGYA and the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR). The programme, which began on 11 October 2026, was designed to strengthen legal research methodology and academic writing skills among students and graduates of the Faculty of Law.
Developing Practical Legal Research Skills
The programme was organised in cooperation with the University’s International Cooperation Office and the Office of the Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, with Connect hosting the training sessions at its premises. The programme was delivered by Dr Lena-Maria Möller and Dr Ezzeddine El Mahjoub of Qatar University, under the supervision and coordination of Dr Munir Al-Harish, a faculty member at the Faculty of Law, University of Benghazi.
Academic Cooperation with Qatar University
The training combined academic and practical components covering the foundations of legal research, the formulation of research questions, comparative methodology, empirical legal research, and interdisciplinary research methods. Participants also worked on practical research assignments throughout the programme, developing their methodological skills and their ability to prepare legal studies in accordance with academic standards.
Research Presentations and Certificate Ceremony
The final day featured interactive academic discussions in which participants presented and reviewed their research work. The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates of participation.
