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Personal Development
Understanding the Rule of Law in the UK
time1.5-3hrs
timebeginner level
This course explores important legal concepts and the structure of the judicial system of the UK. We explore the hierarchy of the courts and examine public and private law. We then study the process of sentencing, the appeals process and the precept of Juridical Precedent. We also explain how the European Union (EU) was formed and discuss the activities of the EU Parliament and the EU Court of Justice. Sign up to explore the UK’s legal system.
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Understanding the Rule of Law in the UK
This free online law course explores the fundamental legal principles and practices that drive the UK’s judicial system.
This course explores important legal concepts and the structure of the judicial system of the UK. We explore the hierarchy of the courts and examine public and private law. We then study the process of sentencing, the appeals process and the precept of Juridical Precedent. We also explain how the European Union (EU) was formed and discuss the activities of the EU Parliament and the EU Court of Justice. Sign up to explore the UK’s legal system.
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Module 1
5 Lessons
Rule of Law in the UK
This module will explain the hierarchy of the court and statutes. We delve into public and private law and discuss the process of sentencing, appeals process and juridical precedent. Also, you'll see an overview of EU law, and we'll explore the activities of the European Parliament and the responsibilities of the European Court of Justice.
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2.Public and Private Law
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3.The Process of Sentencing
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4.European Union Law
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