Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions for any student and their family. At Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU), our Faculty of Law and Political Science (FLPS) offers an opportunity unlike any other in Lebanon.
Here, you don’t just study law or political science—you gain a competitive advantage for your future. While students elsewhere only discover the importance of the dual legal system only after beginning their careers, at NDU you start mastering it from your very first year. NDU is the only university in Lebanon where students are trained in both the French civil law system and the common law system, as practiced in the United States, the Gulf region, and internationally. This dual foundation is not a luxury; it is exactly what today’s world of business, finance, arbitration, and technology demands. The reality is simple: international business contracts, major arbitration centers in the GCC, and global corporate practice are all shaped by common law. At NDU, you graduate fluent in both traditions—ready to work in Lebanon, the Gulf, or anywhere in the world.
For our students in Political Science and International Affairs, the value is equally clear. Our programs prepare future diplomats, policy analysts, and leaders who can navigate international institutions, understand crises, and negotiate across cultures. In today’s interconnected and digital world, diplomacy extends far beyond embassies and conference halls—it unfolds on social media, in cyberspace, and across digital platforms where public opinion and global policy are shaped. At NDU, you are trained to master this intersection of law, politics, technology, and diplomacy, developing the skills to engage, influence, and lead in both the physical and digital arenas of international relations.
Parents choose NDU because they know their children will receive not only academic excellence, but also the skills, confidence, and international exposure needed to secure careers in law firms, corporations, ministries, NGOs, international organizations, or diplomatic missions. Employers and business leaders value NDU graduates because they are prepared, adaptable, and ready to perform from day one.
At NDU FLPS, we believe education should open doors, not limit them. If you want to build a career with global relevance—whether in courtrooms, boardrooms, or international arenas—this Faculty is your gateway.
We invite you to join us and become part of a future where you don’t just follow the world, but help shape it.
Dr. Pierre El Khoury, Dean