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About Study Course

ECTS:6
Course supervisor:Ivans Jānis Mihailovs
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Law
Language:Latvian
Study course description Full description, Full time
Branch of science:International Rights; Law

Objective

The aim of the study course is to offer students a modern perspective on the development of rights and globalisation, so-called analysis of theoretical and methodological issues of interpretation of detailed legal norms. It looks at the interplay between national, European Union and international law, as well as the impact of sources of law on the application and interpretation of legal provisions. Particular attention is paid to contemporary interpretative approaches, national and European Court of Justice case-law and the role of comparative law in the interpretation process.The study course promotes students’ ability to independently and critically analyse complex problems of interpretation of rights, as well as to assess the impact of globalisation on the development of rights.

Prerequisites

Is familiar with legal theories, national law, international law.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

1.Students know the diversity of modern law and understanding of globalization, are familiar with theories, approaches and methods of interpreting rights.

Skills

1.Able to independently and critically analyse complex legal issues requiring the combined application of a number of legal sources and interpretative methods.

Competence

1.Legally sound and methodologically measured decisions shall be taken on a case-by-case basis.