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JS 710

History and Theory of Jurisprudence

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Standard

Overview

Description

General aspects of law from philosophical, historical and social perspectives: jurisprudence; legal history; courts and the administration of justice; and punishment, culture and society.

Units

Lecture3

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Offered: Every Fall

Terms

fall

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Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • understand and articulate the philosophical foundations of western legal systems.
  • understand and articulate the historical foundations of America law.
  • understand and articulate applications of social science research to the legal system.
  • critically evaluate various aspects of legal and judicial systems, including how justice is administered and the role of punishment within the legal system.
  • successfully develop thesis topics related to issues covered in the course.