Introduction to the English Legal System

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Taught at the very centre of legal London, this course offers the chance to discover the reasons why the common-law system has had such an impact across the world.By examining primary and secondary sources, and through film, TV and visits to important London landmarks, we will look at the English legal system, exploring the basics of British law, and using historical context and its surroundings to discover the rich history of the system.

With visits to local courts and Inns of court, you will experience the inner workings of the English legal system today, investigating the influences of the common-law system on legal systems around the world, and the future of the English system.

The following areas will be covered within this course:

- The History of British Jurisdictions;

- The Development of the English and Common-law System;

- Sources of Law;

- The Courts System;

- British Lawyers and Judges;

- Criminal and Civil Law;



- The Future of the English Legal System.

Period
01-07-2013 - 19-07-2013 (3 weeks)

Target group
Pre-law and law students from around the world would benefit from this course, however anyone with a keen interest in how the English legal system works is welcome to apply.

Course aim
By the end of this course you will have a strong understanding of the development of the English common-law system and debates surrounding its continuing influence on the legal systems of the world.

Credits
7.5 ECTS credits

Many of our students get credit for the summer courses taken at Kings. You should approach your home university before applying to find out whether they accept our courses for credit. We would recommend a three-week course to be equivalent 4 US credits or 7.5 ECTS, for instance.

Course fee
GBP 1350: tuition fee only

Course leader
Dr Thomas MacManus is a researcher and teacher at King's. He is qualified as a New York attorney and an Irish solicitor and has recently completed a PhD in corporate crime at King's. He enjoys coordinating and teaching on the Summer School and l

King's College London
Address: Strand, London
Postal code: WC2R 2LS
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
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