Engagement Details
POLI 391: Foundations of Law and Government
What to Expect
Study Abroad Location:
London and Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Program Dates:
6/8/24-6/23/24
Course Description:
The purpose of this class is to provide students with an opportunity to explore the evolution and development of law and government in a cross-cultural context. Specifically, we will examine particular legal and governmental institutions that regulate policy and resolve disputes both domestically and internationally. A portion of the class will be conducted in the United States with the remaining portions taught in England and Scotland.
Over the course of the semester students will:
-Compare theories of law, governance, and democracy across different political and cultural norms and apply this knowledge to a set of global and national-level legal issues, contexts, and processes.
-Compare the evolution of institutions in the United States to those in England and Scotland by exploring the values, beliefs, and perspectives underlying and informing the institutions in these countries.
-Develop critical-thinking skills, problem-solving strategies, and the capacity to cope effectively with ambiguous or unfamiliar situations.
-Gain experience and insights related to careers in law and government.
Term: Summer
Participation Instructions: See program requirements to determine student eligibility.