Course Details
Country:
France
Institution:
Université Paris I Dauphine
Course Title:
Introduction to French Law
Course Number:
IDROX02
Course Description:
Introduction to French Law introduces students to the fundamentals of the French Legal system. We will first focus on the history of French law and its modern political and judicial institutions. We will then turn to an overview of French private and public law, with a focus on their major features, principles and classifications. Finally, we will explore how French lawyers and law students research, analyse and frame legal issues.
The aim of this course is to provide an overview of French Law and Institutions, with a focus on their history, role and characteristic features. The course will also teach practical aspects needed in a French legal environment, to help prepare students study at Paris-Dauphine. Subjects will include an overview of French legal history, the Fifth republic political institutions, the structures and functions of the courts, basic principles of public and private law and civil law methodology.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
INTS 399
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