College: Graduate School of Social Sciences

Public Law focuses on the principles and practices of law governing the relationship between individuals and the state, as well as the structure and functions of government institutions. Students develop skills in constitutional law, administrative law, human rights, and international law. Graduates are prepared for careers in legal practice, government, NGOs, and academia.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the fundamentals of public law and its applications.
Develop skills in analyzing constitutional law, administrative law, and human rights.
Learn techniques for interpreting statutes, regulations, and case law.
Explore principles of international law, comparative law, and legal theory.
Analyze and interpret public law data and research findings.
Develop critical thinking, legal reasoning, and advocacy skills for effective public law practice.

Program Outline:

Introduction to Public Law
Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in public law. Fundamentals of legal systems, sources of law, and legal institutions.
Constitutional Law
Principles of constitutional law, including constitutional structure, rights, and judicial review. Techniques for interpreting and applying constitutional provisions.
Administrative Law
Principles of administrative law, including administrative agencies, rulemaking, and adjudication. Techniques for navigating and challenging administrative decisions.
Human Rights Law
Principles of human rights law, including international and regional human rights systems. Techniques for advocating for and protecting human rights.
International Law
Principles of international law, including sources, subjects, and institutions. Techniques for applying international law in global contexts.
Comparative Law
Principles of comparative law, including comparative legal systems and methods. Techniques for comparing and contrasting different legal systems.
Legal Theory
Principles of legal theory, including jurisprudence, legal philosophy, and ethical considerations. Techniques for analyzing and critiquing legal theories and concepts.
Public Law Practicum
Hands-on experiences in public law, including internships, clinics, or projects in legal practice, government, or NGOs. Application of learned skills in practical public law scenarios.
Public Law Capstone Project
Comprehensive project applying skills in constitutional law, administrative law, or human rights. Submission of a polished public law project, paper, or presentation.

Assessment Methods:

Constitutional law analyses, administrative law projects, human rights advocacy plans, international law reports, comparative law studies, legal theory critiques, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of law, political science, and legal research methods. Suitable for students interested in legal systems, governance, and human rights.

Program Duration:

Typically 3-4 years for a bachelor's degree or 1-2 years for a master's degree, including coursework, projects, practica, and internships.

Certification:

Graduates can earn a degree in Public Law and pursue further education or professional certifications, such as a Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), or relevant legal qualifications.

Target Audience:

Aspiring lawyers, legal consultants, government officials, human rights advocates, and individuals seeking careers in legal practice, government, NGOs, international organizations, and academia.

This specialization equips students with the legal, analytical, and advocacy skills necessary to excel in public law and pursue careers in legal practice, government, NGOs, international organizations, and academia.