LA130-0 Introduction to French Law and Methodology
Introductory description
This module is a two hours weekly class for first year Law with French Law students designed to prepare students for
studying French law of obligations in their second year and studying at a French university during their third year.
Module aims
This course will aim at: equipping students with advanced linguistic competence in French; providing a political, legal and cultural awareness of the country; developing students' ability to speak and write good French; and familiarising them with the French legal methodology.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
Students will be introduced to the French political and legal system by looking at the French constitution and the history, main features and sources of French Law and its courts system. It will also give students the opportunity to read French newspapers articles and watch extracts of films on political, social and legal matters and to discuss those issues in class.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- identify the basics of French Legal Language
- use (oral and written) French Legal Language
- understand the basic structure of the French Legal System
- apply French Legal Methodology, in particular preparation of case summaries (Fiche d'arrêt) and essay writing/structuring skill
Research element
The oral assessment requires students to (a) identify a French Law topic; (b) research the topic and (c) deliver a short 10-minute presentation of their research.
Interdisciplinary
use of French legal language
International
Investigation of French legal system
Subject specific skills
Familiarity with French Legal Language
Basic ability to use (oral and written) French Legal Language
Basic understanding of the structure of the French Legal System
Reading French legal material, in particular cases.
Apply French Legal Methodology, in particular preparation of case summaries (Fiche d'arrêt) and essay writing/structuring skills
Transferable skills
Work collaboratively to present findings
Use the internet to find relevant French case law and legal text
Oral presentation skills
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Seminars | 18 sessions of 2 hours (75%) |
| Assessment | 12 hours (25%) |
| Total | 48 hours |
Private study description
No private study requirements defined for this module.
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
Students can register for this module without taking any assessment.
Assessment group C
| Study time | Eligible for self-certification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 6 hours | No | |
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Timed essay |
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| Oral assessment | 6 hours | No | |
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Oral presentation |
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Feedback on assessment
Verbal feedback on presentation + written feedback
Courses
This module is Core for:
- Year 1 of ULAA-M10A Undergraduate Law with French Law (Qualifying Degree)