Foundations of Law: Rights, Justice, and Governance
Overview
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Constitutional Principles: Understand rights, justice, and the legal foundations of governance.
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Law-Making Processes: Learn how laws are developed, enacted, and enforced in democratic systems.
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Practical Applications: Engage in mock trials and simulations to experience legal processes firsthand.
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Societal Impact of Law: Analyze how legislation shapes and responds to societal needs.
Module Structure
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Pre-Learning:
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Access pre-recorded lectures and essential readings to build foundational knowledge.
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Interactive Lectures:
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Discuss key legal concepts and explore their applications in governance.
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Workshops:
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Apply knowledge through simulations, mock trials, and real-world case studies.
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Week 1
Day 1
Introduction to Public Policy, Law, and Administration
Day 2
The Role of Law in Society: Rights, Justice, and Responsibility
Day 3
Parliamentary and Legislative Procedure
Day 4
Policy Implementation and the Role of State Institutions
Day 5
Debating Constitutional Law: Rights and Justice
Week 2
Day 6
Case Studies: Legal Challenges in Contemporary Society
Day 7
Exploring Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Day 8
Synthesizing Legal Insights
Day 9
Mock Parliamentary Committee Sessions: Part I
Day 10
Mock Parliamentary Committee Sessions: Part II
Projects
​The Oxford Scholars Programme offers an innovative approach to learning through project-based learning. During the programme, you will have the opportunity to work on one project under the guidance of an academic tutor, in a one-on-one setting. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply knowledge learnt during lectures in a practical context, culminating in a project proposal or report by the end of the programme.
End-of-week assessment
Students will draft evidence documents to the Committee.
Learn from the Best
Students are guided by an exceptional team of accomplished professionals from Oxford, bringing expertise and a commitment to excellence. Below are some distinguished individuals leading this transformative learning experience:
Dr Nick Dickinson
Politics
Bingham Fellow in Constitutional Studies