Law, Legal English, 7.5 Credits

In this course, students learn how to write on legal matters in formal English. They are introduced to the concept of legal argumentation -used to arrive at a legally defensible conclusion and how it can be presented in writing. Students are introduced to writing strategies that help make legal writing clear and concise and learn how to apply these when writing on topics of law. The course also covers law-specific English terms and expressions and how they are used as well as how to find and cite English-language legal sources.

ECTS Credits

7.5 Credits

Level of education

First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements (G1N)

School

School of Behavioural, Social and Legal Sciences