The Libyan Parliament-designated government has issued a decree to establish a College of Advanced Studies in Security and Legal Sciences. This institution, under the Ministry of Interior, will be located in Benghazi. The college aims to offer advanced academic degrees in security and legal studies, contributing significantly to the nation’s academic and professional landscape.
The new college will provide postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and doctorates, expanding opportunities for higher education in these critical fields. This move is seen as a step towards enhancing Libya’s educational infrastructure, in key areas of national interest.
Faculty members at the college will include specialists in legal and security sciences. Appointment of faculty will adhere to the standards set by Libya’s higher education system, and the college’s regulatory framework. This ensures high-quality education and expertise in the relevant fields.
An academic council, led by the Dean of the College, will oversee educational, training, research, and cultural affairs. The council’s responsibilities include proposing educational policies, approving course content, and coordinating among different college departments. These efforts are geared towards ensuring excellence in academic and operational aspects of the college.
This establishment marks a significant development in Libya’s higher educational landscape, particularly in the fields of legal and security studies.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.