Department of Law
You’ll develop the cultural awareness and critical thinking skills you need to analyze and produce a broad range of discourse in a full spectrum of careers — and to make a difference in whatever you do.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
The Department of Law offers a wide variety of courses in law and related subjects. The department is home to a number of world-renowned legal scholars, and its courses are consistently ranked among the best in the country.
The department offers a wide range of courses in law and related subjects. These include:
Introduction to Law
This course provides an overview of the English legal system and its place in the global legal order. It covers the main institutions and sources of law, and the main areas of law, including contract, tort, property, public law, and criminal law.
Constitutional Law
This course considers the nature and scope of the PK constitution and its impact on the individual. It covers the main constitutional principles, including the rule of law, separation of powers, and the principle of parliamentary sovereignty.
Administrative Law
This course considers the powers and duties of the executive, legislature, and judiciary in relation to the administration of justice. It covers the main areas of administrative law, including judicial review, statutory interpretation, and human rights.
Criminal Law
This course considers the nature and scope of criminal law and its impact on the individual. It covers the main areas of criminal law.
Career Opportunities
Current Job Openings:
Assistant Clinical Professor of Law – Immigration and Human Rights Clinic
Assistant Professor of Law – Public International Law
Current Fellowships:
The U.S. State Department’s Legacy of Justice and Peace Fellowship
The Freedom Forum Media Studies Center Fellowship
The University of Connecticut School of Law Fellowships in Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, and International Human Rights
Current Internship Opportunities:
The University of Connecticut School of Law offers a variety of clinical internships and externships each semester. More information about these opportunities can be found on the Externships and Clinics web pages.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Law program will be able to:
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the nature and function of law, including its history and development.
2. Understand the principles of statutory interpretation and legal research.
3. Understand the principles of constitutional law, administrative law, and civil procedure.
4. Understand the principles of contracts, torts, property, and criminal law.
5. Understand the principles of evidence and professional responsibility.
6. Understand the organization and operation of the courts and the legal profession.
7. Understand the impact of technology on the practice of law.
8. Understand the role of law in society.
9. Understand the importance of ethical values in the practice of law.
10. Understand the need for continuing legal education.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric & the Public Sphere | 4 | ESTU 203 |
| Communication & Everyday Life | 2 | ESTU 340 |
| Critical & Rhetorical Methods | 4 | ESTU 657 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Relational Communication | 4 | ESTU 768 |
| Public Relations Campaigns | 4 | ESTU 432 |
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | 2 | ESTU 873 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric & the Public Sphere | 4 | ESTU 203 |
| Communication & Everyday Life | 2 | ESTU 340 |
| Critical & Rhetorical Methods | 4 | ESTU 657 |
| Semester 4 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Relational Communication | 4 | ESTU 768 |
| Public Relations Campaigns | 4 | ESTU 432 |
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | 2 | ESTU 873 |
| Total for the entire period of study | 40 |
Eligibility Criteria
BS(04YEAR):
45% marks in FA/F.Sc/I.Com/ICS.
How to Apply?
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- You Get Ready
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