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Public Prosecutor

وكيل نيابة

Investigates alleged offences and brings criminal cases when legal and evidential requirements are met.

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Career overview

What they do

Public prosecutors review evidence, conduct or direct authorised investigations and make decisions about criminal proceedings. They act in the public interest, respect legal safeguards and follow a regulated legal training and appointment route.

Typical responsibilities

  • Assess evidence and investigation records.
  • Conduct or direct authorised investigative steps.
  • Consider evidence that supports or challenges allegations.
  • Prepare reasoned decisions and court submissions.
  • Follow case progress and protect procedural rights.

Skills you'll need

Legal analysisStructured interviewingArabic legal draftingObjective judgementClear oral argument

How much it relies on

MathematicsLow
TechnologyLow
ScienceLow

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
Office

Advantages

  • Meaningful responsibility within the justice system.
  • Varied analytical and investigative work.
  • Development of specialist criminal-law expertise.

Disadvantages

  • Exposure to disturbing case details.
  • High accountability for procedural decisions.
  • Demanding caseloads and sensitive deadlines.

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: A focused option for students drawn to criminal law and evidence-based judgement; entry depends on official eligibility and appointment processes.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 23 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 63,900 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–162,203, 13 programmes).

Master's: around AED 3,289 per credit hour (9 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

128 programs at 29 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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ADNOC Accelerator Program Scholars

ADNOC · Employer

Partial or discountUAE nationalsIn the UAEBachelor's · Master's

ADNOC support for high-potential Emiratis at approved UAE universities.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
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ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

AURAK merit scholarships and financial aid

American University of Ras Al Khaimah · University

Partial or discountUAE nationalsInternational studentsUAE residentsIn the UAEBachelor's · Master's

Merit scholarships for full-time students of all nationalities, plus financial aid.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

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