OXFORD SUMMER COURSE 2023
EXPLORE LAW
COURSE OVERVIEW
During this course, you will participate in a comprehensive curriculum covering the essentials of the legal system, human rights, criminal law, international law and contract law.
You will get the opportunity to explore the legal profession through a series of dynamic academic sessions and be able to witness a trial first-hand as, during the course, you take part in a mock trial.
COURSE KEY POINTS
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Safe and welcoming campus to ensure integration and full immersion
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Tailored specialist guidance for all higher education institution applications in the UK
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Full extra-curricular programme of social activities and trips
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Receive a certificate of completion at the course graduation ceremony
COURSE MODULES
WEEK 1
Criminal Law
Introduction to Law and the Legal System
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Understand the purpose of law. Explore the court structure and hierarchy of the legal system. Find out about the general legislative process.
History of Law
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Take a deep dive into the history of law. See how law has changed from ancient times to the modern days both in the west and the east.
Explore Criminal Law
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Gain an overview of Criminal Law. Take part in a mock trial and play various case scenarios, including jury, witnesses, bailiff, defence counsel, prosecutor, and defendant.
Mock trial
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Students will have time to prepare their arguments and the mock trial teaches the students how to present the ideas in public and to assess, examine and criticise information.
Business Law
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Learn the fundamentals of business law while you discover how knowledge of the legal system is crucial for all professionals.
Contract Law
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Looking at the what is necessary to create a binding contract: offer, acceptance, certainty of terms, intention to be bound, and consideration.
Investigate Business Law
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Investigate, analyse and synthesise legal principles relating to commercial transactions, corporations and other forms of business organisations.
Careers in Law
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Learn the steps to become a lawyer, including solicitor and barrister. Meet a young law professional and learn from their success.
WEEK 2
Business Law
WEEK 3
International Law and Human Rights
Introduction to Law and the Legal System
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Understand the purpose of law. Explore the court structure and hierarchy of the legal system. Find out about the general legislative process.
Human Rights
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You will examine human rights research methods, advocacy and campaigning strategies. While look at the growing challenges faced by human rights professionals and highlights opportunities to overcome them
International Law
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Develop an understanding of international affairs through the study of the legal frameworks which ostensibly govern them.
Mock Trial
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Classes are taught in a manner that encourages participation through role-plays, small group discussions, and question and answer sessions plus a mock trial.
