Comparative Legal History and Contemporary Jurisprudence

About the course

The course comprises two areas of legal studies: comparative legal history and contemporary jurisprudence. In comparative legal history, the course deals with the Western legal tradition. In particular, the various traditions that now form part of the E.U., as well as other legal traditions, for example, the Islamic tradition. 

In jurisprudence, the course deals with various legal theories as well as theories of interpretation and other methodological issues. Issues that relate to the idea of the rule of law and human rights are dealt with in both parts of the course.

Instruction

The course consists mainly of seminars where you participate by presenting the material and common discussions of the issues raised during the seminar. There will also be lectures. The lectures are intended to provide context and interpretation of the main issues that the course deals with. One or more written assignments are also part of the course. 

The introduction and the seminars are obligatory and to pass the course you are required to actively participate. 

Examination

The course is examined by writing papers (PM) and written exams. Your grade for the course will be based on the written exam and the papers. To pass the course you must have participated in all the obligatory parts.