Course description

The course provides a general overview of the U.S. legal system. It introduces students to the concept of common law and covers constitutional law (incl. the legislative process and its political implications), the U.S. court system as well as selected areas of substantive and procedural U.S. law, such as contracts, torts, criminal and corporate law. The course is taught through a combination of lecture and in-class discussions and encourages active participation in order to acquire and practice legal terminology.

Course Type:

Practical language exercise / 2 hrs per week

Course Registration:

Please register via Campus Management, Module "Fremdsprachenfachkompetenz A or B"

Exam:

There will be a written final examination.

Frequency:

The course will be held in every semester. close