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 | ASIA: Asia's economic and political landscape is changing rapidly, and its legal system is developing along with it. However, there are some very stable legal systems in place as well. This area holds the most study abroad opportunities outside of Western Europe, and the number of programs are increasing every year. Currently available on this site there is only one semester program out there through Temple, but there are many summer programs. INDIA &PACIFIC: A few new programs have sprung up in India and Australia recently. So fare they are only for summer study. |
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L.L.M, Year, and Semester Programs THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND IN NEW ZEALAND Program Description: The Master of Commercial Law offers a wide range of courses in the areas of corporate and securities law, intellectual property, comparative business law, employment law, shipping and transport law, international travel law, and competition law and policy. Contact: phone: (649) 373-7999
Temple's law program in Japan offers second- and third-year law students an opportunity to study in Tokyo for the Spring academic term (fourteen weeks) . The curriculum, characterized by a blend of standard courses and specialty law courses, focuses on international comparative, Japanese and Asian legal studies. It provides an in-depth understanding of the cultural underpinnings of Japanese and Asian law and exposes students to current issues in comparative law and practice. Studying Japanese law while living in Japan is a unique and highly valuable educational experience. Contact: Phone: (215) 204-8982 |
Summer Programs DUKE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW Director: Professor James Cox Tuition & Fees: $3,000 (6 credits-3 courses, 2 credits each). No extra fees for materials and scheduled extracurricular activities Accommodations: $2,000. Housing will he available at a residential college at the University of Hong Kong Law Faculty Contact: Telephone: 919-613-7147 or 919-613-7032
Duquesne University has run a summer program in Beijing, China since 1990, with China University of Political Science and Law. This is one of the few mainland China programs available. Courses: A comprehensive survey of Chinese law; an introduction to Chinese language and culture; field trips to the National People's Congress, courts and law firms. Co-sponsored with China University of Political Science and Law. Tuition: $1,750 for 4-1/2 credits. Optional tours to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Great Wall, Ming's Tomb and other historical sites are available. Admission requirements: Available to all students in good standing in an American or Canadian law school and to foreign law students Application deadline: March 15. Applications accepted in order received; early registration advised to ensure enrollment Contact: Tel: 412/396-6188
Golden State University School of Law has been running a Summer Program to Bangkok, Thailand for five years now. This year they are adding a second program in Valletta/Msida, Malta. Director: Professor Sompong Sjcheritkul
GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY/ SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE Golden State University School of Law has been running a Summer Program to Bangkok, Thailand for five years now. This year they are adding a second program in Valletta/Msida, Malta. Director: Professor Jon Sylvester
INDIANA UNIVERSITY - INDIANAPOLIS Director: Professor Jeffrey W. Grove Contact: Tel: 317 274-8523
LOYOLA - NEW ORLEANS Description:: The program takes place on the campus of Doshisha University in Kyoto, directly across the street from the Imperial Palace. Expert faculty are drawn from law schools, law firms, companies, and courts throughout Japan. Three courses are offered for a total of six semester hours credit :Law and Society in Japan, Current Issues in Japanese Law, International Mass Communication Law. Includes visits to institutions such as courts, law offices, and corporations in the Kansai region (Osaka, Kyoto), as well as sightseeing in historic Kyoto, the center of Japanese culture. Program Director: Prof. Dan Rosen, Loyola Law School. Prof Rosen has lectured throughout Japan and has been a visiting professor at Doshisha University, Osaka University, and Kobe University. Contact: Phone: (504) 861-5563 (J. Corcoran) or (504) 861-5652 (Prof.Rosen)
SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW: Santa Clara University runs various Summer programs from Loyola University in: England, Switzerland/Germany, Hungary, China/Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, Korea, and Japan Courses: Foreign Trade and Investment Law; Comparative Commercial Law; Public and Public International Law;. Internships available in Hong Kong banks, corporations or law firms. Internships in Hong Kong and limited number of internships in Beijing. Tuition: $2,192 Application deadline: March 14 Contact: Tel: 408 554-4162
SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Technology Transfers in China: Law & Business Strategies: Syracuse University offers a unique program in Technology Transfer in China. Chinese law, politics, economics, and culture are considered in context of technology trade and investment. Courses: Six-credit course on technology transfers in China Tuition: $525/credit hour. Tuition grants available Contact: Tel: 1/800/251-9674
WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY Unique, four-week program at the East China University of Politics and Law, in Shanghai, China's largest city,leading port, and commercial trade center. The host school plays a key role in the development of Chinese trade and investment. Classes in Chinese Law and Legal Institutions. Restricted enrollment (25-35). Lectures by leading scholars in English and Chinese, with translation into English. Chinese language instruction available. Field trips to a criminal trial, divorce or other mediation, international joint venture, stock exchange, prison, and office of an American law firm. Weekend excursion to Hangzhou and day excursion to Suzhou. Special events: acrobatic circus, cultural excursions, recreation and sports with Chinese colleagues. Courses: Chinese Law and Legal Institutions, Constitutional Law, Legal Theory, Criminal Law and Procedure, Civil Code, Family Law, Civil Procedure, Mediation, Arbitration, Economic Con tract Law; joint Venture Law, Tax Law, Hong Kong-related Issues, Private International Law Issues; Chinese-U.S. Comparative Law Tuition and fees: $1,950 (room, books, board, special seminars, 3-day trip to Hangzhou and local sightseeing) Admission requirements: Good standing after at least one year at an accredited law school Contact: Tel: (503) 370-6877
TOURO UNIVERSITY In 1991, India initiated landmark reforms which have led to an unprecedented expansion of western investment. This "New India" of economic liberalization stands alongside an ancient society, distinguished for its religious and cultural pluralism. The program will emphasize this pluralism in each course: in Comparative Individual Liberties by looking at issues of gender, race and speech; in Comparative Jurisprudence by looking at the interplay between Hindu law and secular law; in Comparative Criminal Procedure by exploring how India's culture has helped to shape India's criminal code; and in International Business Transactions by examining how economic reforms play out against the backdrop of ancient India. In addition to coursework, internships throughout India are available to students interested in extending their stay in India and working for an Indian law firm. Contact: Phone: (516) 421-2244 ext. 304
WIDENER UNIVERSITY Courses: International Environmental Law; Comparative Constitutional Law; Comparative Health Law; Comparative Law of Business Organizations Tuition: $2,5OO for 2 courses; $2,000 for 1 course (3-credit courses) Admission requirements: One year in good standing at an accredited law school, or a graduate of a law school Application deadline: May 1 S; applications accepted after May only if space is available Contact: Tel: 302/477-2704
WILLIAM and MARY UNIVERSITY The William and Mary Summer Law Program in Australia is held in the city of Adelaide. Founded in 1874, the University of Adelaide is the largest and oldest university in South Australia, with a well deserved international reputation for teaching and research. The Law Faculty at the University of Adelaide has expertise in many areas of law relevant to American law students. The library has an excellent international law collection. Graduates and teachers from the Law School presently hold chairs at Oxford and Cambridge. The summer law program takes advantage of the court and government agencies located in the capital city. Join us for our 5th law program "down under!" Courses: International Aspects of Family Law; Comparative Corporate Law and Theory; Regulation of International Trade; Comparative Legal History; Comparative Immigration Law Tuition: $1,57S for up to S credits Room and board. $650 (full board) Admission requirements: Completion of first year of law, study in good standing Application deadlines: April 1 (suggested); March 3 for scholarship applicants Contact: Tel: 804/221-3818 |