Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin - Sprachenzentrum

91035

Legislation and case law are two of the most important sources of law in most modern legal systems. It is therefore critical that students and legal professionals have the right tools to navigate and discuss them, particularly when studying or practising in an international context. This course will examine methods for interpreting and describing legislation and case law at the national and European levels. It will take a comparative approach, with a particular focus on England and Wales, Australia and Germany, including highlighting critical differences and equipping students with useful practical skills and legal vocabulary. Students will prepare (as a home assignment) and give a short presentation on a legislative provision and its judicial interpretation and application. There will be a final examination covering reading, vocabulary and writing. The Leistungsnachweis will be awarded on the basis of regular and active participation and the course assessment.

Students of the Law Faculty will receive 5 BZQ II points for successful completion of this course.

Voraussetzung: Online-Einstufungstest mit 65 bis 100 Punkten.

91036

This course will equip you to deal with legal practice in the context of the UK. We will look at the different legal professions, the court system, key areas of law, and the process of litigation. We will also explore recent developments of significance to lawyers and of wider public interest. You will become familiar with typical reference materials as well as more informal sources such as videos and blogposts, and practise presenting an argument orally and in writing. Throughout, we will emphasise the vocabulary required to communicate confidently and effectively in each area. Assessment will be on the basis of a presentation prepared for homework on a related topic of your choice and a final test in listening and writing.

Students of the Law Faculty will receive 5 BZQ II points for successful completion of this course.

Voraussetzung: Online-Einstufungstest mit 65 bis 100 Punkten.