“Et docere et discere servitute legis”
The Master's programme in Anti-Corruption (Master of Laws in Anti-Corruption) is a one-year, full-time, 60 ECTS programme delivered by the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, designed to combine high-level academic education with professional practice.
The Master's programme in Anti-Corruption (Master of Laws in Anti-Corruption) is a one-year, full-time, 60 ECTS programme delivered by the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan under a special procedure for organising master's education.
The programme's primary objective is to combine high-level academic education with professional practice. Particular attention is given to corruption prevention, integrity in public administration, anti-corruption compliance, corruption risk assessment, conflict of interest management, professional ethics, organisational culture, accountability, transparency, and evidence-based policy development.
Through case analysis, problem-based learning, legal and policy analysis, simulations, research projects, professional placements, and collaboration with practitioners, students develop the ability to identify corruption risks, evaluate existing anti-corruption measures, and design proportionate, practical, and evidence-based solutions for public institutions, law enforcement agencies, private organisations, and other relevant sectors.
The programme's international and comparative-legal orientation prepares graduates to address the cross-border and global dimensions of corruption and to work effectively across different legal systems and international standards.
Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to demonstrate the following outcomes, expressed as knowledge, skills, and competences:
A. Knowledge and Understanding
B. Intellectual and Research Skills
C. Professional and Practical Competences
The programme primarily employs a flipped classroom approach. Students independently study lecture materials and literature through the Academy's Learning Management System (LMS) before classes. Contact hours are dedicated to discussions, case analysis, collaborative problem-solving, and practical application of knowledge.
Key methods used in the programme:
The programme integrates international anti-corruption and integrity standards throughout the curriculum, covers the cross-border and global dimensions of corruption (including transnational bribery, money laundering, and asset recovery), and develops the ability to work across different legal systems and in international professional settings.
The dissertation topic is determined within the programme's field and must address a relevant scholarly and practical problem. The recommended length of the main text is 70–80 pages. Prior to the formal defence, the dissertation undergoes preliminary discussion, internal and external review. At least two published academic articles or conference abstracts are required for admission to the preliminary defence.
The formal defence is conducted by the Final State Attestation Commission. The commission comprises at least five professors and specialists. An external scholar or experienced practitioner who is not an Academy employee is appointed as chair.
The physical infrastructure comprises 47 classrooms, including 5 postgraduate lecture halls, 11 lecture theatres, 14 seminar rooms, 3 computer laboratories, and 160 computers. The library has 132 seats, 25 computers, subscriptions to 16 electronic databases (EBSCO, Springer, ProQuest, Web of Science, and others), and 521 electronic resources. 70–75% of the campus is covered by Wi-Fi.
Admission to the Master's programme in Anti-Corruption is carried out in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Regulations on Admission to and Organisation of Studies in the Master's Programme at the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the admission rules approved for the relevant academic year.
Candidates are admitted on a competitive basis in accordance with the principles of equal treatment, uniform admission rules, and a transparent selection procedure.
Persons holding a basic higher legal education in the bachelor's programme in Jurisprudence.
Admission of such candidates is carried out strictly according to a score-based ranking formed on the basis of the applicant's bachelor's diploma grade point average and the score for the relevant national or international certificate confirming the level of foreign language proficiency.
No additional entrance examinations are administered for external candidates for master's specialisations in this category, except where a different procedure is provided by current legislation or the official admission rules for the relevant academic year.
Internal candidates include prosecutorial service employees holding a bachelor's degree in law, including those placed in the personnel reserve. In accordance with current admission rules, prosecutorial employees with higher education in a different field may also be admitted provided they have at least five years of direct professional experience in prosecutorial bodies.
The selection procedure for internal candidates is conducted in accordance with the procedure established by the Prosecutor General of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Candidates are required to submit the documents specified in the official admission announcement within the established deadlines through a dedicated electronic application platform. The list of required documents, admission deadlines, selection procedure, appeal mechanism, and enrolment procedure are published in advance on the Academy's official website.
Selection is typically conducted in August in the language of instruction of the relevant master's programme or group.
Recognition of prior learning outcomes, qualifications, and relevant professional experience is carried out in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Academy's academic regulations. At present, the programme does not provide for automatic credit transfer or reduction of the study period on the basis of previously obtained certificates or work experience.
Admission to the Master's programme in "Anti-Corruption" at the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan for the 2026/2027 academic year was held from 10 June to 31 July through the electronic platform www.my.uzbmb.uz.
A total of 14 admission places have been approved for the full-time mode of study in the "Anti-Corruption" specialisation: 4 places for employees of the prosecution authorities (state grant-funded), 1 place for external candidates through open competition (state grant-funded), and 9 places (fee-paying, contract-based).
Students admitted on a state grant through open competition receive a monthly stipend in the manner and amount established by law.
| Registration and orientation events | 2–7 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| First semester classes | until 19 December 2026 (15 weeks) |
| First semester examination period | 11–16 January 2027 |
| Second semester classes | 18 January – 22 May 2027 (15 weeks) |
| Second semester examination period | 24–28 May 2027 |
| Re-sits and deferred assessment | 1–12 June 2027 |
Selection is typically conducted in August in the language of instruction of the relevant master's programme or group. The allocation of places by language of instruction is determined in accordance with the applicable admission criteria.
Programme Director: Alisher Khidoyatullaev
Email: info@proacademy.uz
Additional information may be obtained by telephone at (71) 202-04-96 (ext. 1716, 1795).
The duration of study in the Academy's master's programme is 1 year.
| Specialisation | 70420117 — Anti-Corruption |
|---|---|
| Academic degree | Master |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Credits | 60 ECTS (1,800 hours) |
| Language of instruction | Uzbek |
| Academic year | 2026/2027 |
| Level | FQ-EHEA second cycle / EQF Level 7 |
All five modules are studied by every student on the programme. Each module is 4 ECTS / 120 hours: 16 hours of lectures, 28 hours of seminars, 72 hours of independent study. All compulsory modules are taught in Semester 1.
From eight elective modules, students choose five (5 × 2 ECTS = 10 ECTS). Each module is 2 ECTS / 60 hours: 8 hours of lectures, 12 hours of seminars, 36 hours of independent study. Elective modules are taught in Semester 2.
| Semester 1 (30 ECTS) |
Compulsory modules (1.1–1.5, 20 ECTS) + Research work (3.2, 10 ECTS) |
|---|---|
| Semester 2 (30 ECTS) |
Elective modules (10 ECTS) + Professional placement (3.1, 8 ECTS) + Research work (3.2, 12 ECTS) |
To obtain the academic degree of Master, students must fulfil the following conditions:
Each required learning outcome is delivered by at least one compulsory module. Elective modules deepen the outcomes but do not independently deliver any minimum required learning outcome.
| Module | Status | Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Understanding Corruption | Compulsory | CLO1, CLO4, CLO11, CLO12 |
| 1.2 International Standards | Compulsory | CLO2, CLO6 |
| 1.3 Research Methodology | Compulsory | CLO4, CLO9 |
| 1.4 Integrity in Public Administration | Compulsory | CLO3, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8, CLO12 |
| 1.5 Investigation and Prosecution | Compulsory | CLO5, CLO6 |
| 2.1–2.8 Elective Modules | Elective | Deepening of CLO5, CLO7, CLO8, CLO12 |
| 3.1 Professional Placement | Compulsory | CLO10 |
| 3.2 Research Work and Dissertation | Compulsory | CLO9, CLO11 |
Professional accreditation: The programme does not confer a separate professional status, licence, or membership in a professional organisation. A state diploma and the degree of Master of Laws are awarded in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
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Read moreGraduates who successfully complete the programme will be able to demonstrate the following attributes, valued in the professional field and on the labour market:
Programme graduates are prepared for professional activity and career advancement in the public and private sectors, including as:
Given the student composition, which includes serving prosecutorial employees and candidates from authorised state bodies, the programme also supports the professional development and career advancement of specialists already working in this field.
Successful completion of the master's programme provides a foundation for pursuing doctoral studies. The Academy offers doctoral-level education in law and related fields.
The Virtual Anti-Corruption Academy supports the continuing professional development of graduates by providing access to online courses, mini-courses, and specialised programmes on selected areas of anti-corruption and integrity.
Additional information may be obtained by telephone at (71) 202-04-96 (ext. 1716, 1795).
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