Graduate Seminar
Durham
Liberal Arts :: Justice Studies
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2023 - Full Term (01/24/2023 - 05/08/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Spring 2023 - Full Term (01/24/2023 - 05/08/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
5
CRN: 54492
CRN: 54492
Seminar on advanced material in which the instructor has specialized knowledge through research and study. Topics may include the death penalty, terrorism, psychology of the jury, immigration, history of the law. Content of specific sections will vary by section of the course. Course may be repeated for different topics.
Section Comments: Comparative Constitutions
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.
Only listed majors in section: JUSTICE STUDIES
Instructors: Susan Siggelakis
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/24/2023 | 5/8/2023 | W | 12:40pm - 3:30pm | HS 126 |
Additional Course Details:
Comparative Constitutions
Students in this course will focus on reading and analyzing fundamental legal texts to discern various states’ and nations’ political structures, processes and culture. Among these are their forms of government (parliamentary or presidential), separation of powers, judicial review, rights and liberties and federalism. Students will be required to pursue an independent research and analysis project of a constitution, domestic and/or foreign, depending on whether undergraduate or graduate student.