Departmental Activities

Seminar: Combating Drugs in the Kurdistan Region In continuation of scientific activities, on 1 February 2025, the Faculty of Law organized an academic seminar entitled “Combating Drugs in the Kurdistan Region: The Legal Framework between Criminal Deterrence, Rehabilitative Treatment, and Practical Field Challenges.” The seminar was delivered by Mr. Mohammad Hamid Abbas, an officer at the Directorate of Drug Control under the General Directorate of Asayish in Erbil. The session was moderated by Dr. Mohammad Abdulkarim Sharif and was attended by a distinguished group of faculty members and students of the faculty. The seminar provided an in-depth analysis of the criminal [...]

Seminar: The Legacy of the Republic of Kurdistan (1946) In continuation of scientific activities, on Tuesday, 28 January 2026, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized an academic seminar entitled “The Legacy of the Republic of Kurdistan (1946),” with the participation of a number of faculty members and students of the college. The seminar was delivered by Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa from the Department of International Relations. In his presentation, he offered a critical and analytical examination of the international and regional factors that have shaped the Kurdish question, tracing its development from the era of President Woodrow Wilson to contemporary [...]

Seminar: Constitutional Interpretations that Have Changed the Political Landscape In continuation of academic activities, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized an academic seminar entitled “Constitutional Interpretations that Have Changed the Political Landscape,” delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Soran Ali on 27 January 2025, with the attendance of a number of faculty members and students. The seminar addressed the role of constitutional interpretation in shaping political life and consolidating the principles of justice and the rule of law. It witnessed notable engagement from participants through discussion and questions within an academic atmosphere characterized by constructive dialogue. This activity comes [...]

Seminar: The Practice of the Legal Profession: Lawyers’ Responsibilities and Practical Challenges On 21 January 2025, an academic seminar for students of the Faculty of Law was held in collaboration with Naji Law Firm entitled “The Practice of the Legal Profession: Lawyers’ Responsibilities and Practical Challenges.” The purpose of the seminar was focused on the practical aspects of practicing the legal profession. The speakers highlighted the legal and ethical responsibilities borne by lawyers, in addition to discussing the most significant challenges imposed by real-world legal practice. This contributed to enhancing the professional skills of law students and strengthening the connection between theoretical legal knowledge [...]

Scientific Trip: Independent Human Rights Commission In continuation of the scientific trip, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized a scientific trip to the Independent Human Rights Commission in the region as part of its academic plan at Tishk International University–Erbil. On 20 January 2026, fourth-year law students participated in the visit, which aimed to strengthen the practical dimension of legal education and to link theoretical study with real-world application. The delegation was formally received by officials of the Commission, who delivered an academic lecture outlining the Commission’s mandates and its role in the protection of human rights, with [...]

The Jurisprudential and Legal Characterization of Magic and Charlatanism On 21 January 2026, a scientific workshop was held at the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University entitled “The Jurisprudential and Legal Characterization of Magic and Charlatanism.” The workshop was delivered by Dr. Khalid Jalal and Asst. Lecturer Kastro Salem, and it was moderated by Dr. Mohammed Abdulkarim. The workshop addressed the subject of magic and charlatanism from two complementary perspectives. The first was a jurisprudential perspective, in which the position of Islamic Sharia on magic was clarified, along with its rulings and its religious and social implications. The second was [...]

Seminar: Criminal Responsibility Arising from the Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Commission of International Crimes On 14 January 2025, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized an academic seminar entitled “Criminal Responsibility Arising from the Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Commission of International Crimes.” The seminar was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Abdullah Shakhawan and was attended by a number of faculty members of the Faculty of Law. The seminar addressed the most prominent legal challenges related to criminal responsibility for international crimes committed through the use of artificial intelligence technologies, with particular emphasis on the [...]

Conducting Moot Court On 19 January 2026, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University (TIU) organized a moot court for fourth-year students under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Castro Salim. The moot court addressed the crime of terrorism and the related legal and judicial procedures, with reference to the provisions of the Anti-Terrorism Law. The moot court aimed to enhance students’ practical understanding of how to handle terrorism-related cases, starting from the investigation stage, through trial procedures, and culminating in the issuance of judicial rulings. This activity contributed to strengthening legal knowledge and bridging the gap between theoretical study and [...]

  Scientific trip to Directorate of Company Registration In continuation of the scientific trip, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized a field visit on 12 January 2026 for third-year students to the General Directorate of Company Registration, under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Abdulbasit Karim Mouloud. The visit aimed to familiarize students with the legal procedures governing company registration and the operational mechanisms of official institutions, thereby contributing to the development of their practical skills and the enhancement of their professional competence. This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4): Quality Education, by providing high-quality, [...]

Seminar: Legal Harmonization  On January 11, 2026, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized an academic seminar delivered by Assistant Lecturer Khalid Khurshid, entitled “Legal Harmonization.” The seminar addressed the concept of legal harmonization as one of the fundamental pillars for ensuring coherence and consistency among legal rules, whether at the level of national legislation or in the context of their alignment with international standards. The lecturer also discussed the importance of harmonization between legal texts and their practical application, highlighting its role in reducing legislative conflicts, enhancing legal stability, and achieving legal justice in both judicial and administrative [...]