Course
GP310 - Philosophy of Law
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General Information
| Course Type | On Campus |
| Course Category | P2. Systematic Philosophy |
| Description | Teaching Objective: The course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of legal philosophy, the difference between law and law, the main legal-philosophical theories, and the meaning of law, including in relation to the challenges of postmodernity. The concepts of legal system, norms and their mandatory nature. Teaching Content: 1. Understand the main philosophical concepts and theories that have influenced the development of law. 2. Critically analyze various theories of justice and law, including those of authors such as Plato, Aristotle, Locke, Hume, Kant, Rawls, and Dworkin. 3. Evaluate the role of law in society and the importance of its legitimacy. 4. Develop critical reasoning skills and the ability to analyze philosophical and legal arguments. 5. Understand the relationship between law and morality, and the relative and contextual nature of justice. 6. Develop an understanding of the ethical and philosophical implications of judicial and legislative decisions. The aim of this course is therefore to question the essence of law. In particular, it will address the difference between philosophy of law and legal science, the philosophy of law of legal positivism and its critical issues, and the understanding of the legal phenomenon in its entirety, including its conceptual and practical applications, including those related to canon law. Finally, it will explore the challenges that postmodernity poses to law and the philosophy of law. Teaching Mode: Lecture and Discussion Assessment Mode: Oral Examination |
| College Organization Structure | Holy Spirit Institute of Philosophy |
| Course Tuition Fee | 1380.00 |
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