LAW 4031 Introduction to the Global Study of Law
Course description
This three-part course is designed to introduce advanced prelaw students to key topics in the study and practice of law, within a global context. Its units are organized around three sets of issues. First, how do U.S. law and legal institutions relate to legal cultures from around the world; and how does one analyze different national and international legal systems from a comparative and cross-cultural perspective? Second, what is the role of constitutional law and principles both within the U.S. and globally? Third, what are the main challenges confronting international human rights, including their ability to protect traditionally disadvantaged groups such as women? Taught entirely by faculty of Cornell Law School, this course will prepare prelaw students for success in law school.
Summer 2025: Off campus
Section ID: | LAW 4031 001-LEC |
Number: | 1908 |
Program: | Cornell Prelaw Summer Program in Paris |
Session: | Extra-session |
Class dates: | June 23-July 11, 2025 |
Mode of instruction: | In person |
Days / times: | M-F 9 AM - 5 PM |
Location: | TBA |
Final exam/project due: | Friday July 11, 9 AM - 5 PM (see Final exams) |
Credit: | 4 |
Grade: | Student option |
Instructor: | TBA |
Max. enroll: | 36 |
To enroll: | Register now |