After this course:
- the student has knowledge and insight into the methodology of comparative law.
- the student is able to conduct a comparative law research resulting in an academic paper on a private law topic.
- the student has developed independent research evaluation skills and critical skills of commentary, both written and oral.
- the student has developed his English language skills by means of studying English literature and communication about the subject in English.
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Ever wondered how other legal systems solve particular legal problems? Ever considered whether one can usefully compare English and Dutch law? Ever wondered whether solutions abroad could be of use in The Netherlands? If you have ever thought about these questions or if these questions interest you, then this is the course for you!
Contents:
This general course is designed as a framework with two important targets:
The first is to examine tasks, objectives, current issues and methodological approaches of comparative law; to the comparative study of law and the major legal families. By using both examples from a particular field of law, as well as practical examples from international and governmental organizations, students will be able to see how comparative law functions in practice.
The second is to write an academic legal comparative paper (involving the law of two jurisdictions) on a private law topic demonstrating the acquired knowledge of comparative law and general legal writing skills. In fact, one may speak of an experience of “learning by doing” as work on the paper starts together with the learning of the relevant methodology.
Experience shows that students find the course difficult and the writing of the paper to require a lot of work. The writing of the paper and the provided supervision is, however, also highly rated amongst students as it provides a solid base for future academic writing projects such as a bachelor/master thesis.
Working groups are arranged in different private law areas such as family, contract and tort law. Students should therefore consider which area of law has the preference (sign up via Blackboard) and also consider signing up for a particular working group with fellow students that one would like to work with on the paper. Given the fact that groups are formed and topics chosen within the first two weeks, it is essential to be present form the beginning of the course.
Not possible in combination with RGBOA0110 Comparative Law Methodology
Place of the course within the curriculum:
Additional requirements:
Any additional requirements of the course are listed in the "Leidraad" of the course.
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