Courses & Credits
Courses
The academic component of the summer program consists of two 3-credit courses:
- Legal Aspects of Trade and Investment in Latin America
- Comparative Legal Perspectives on Social Problems
Legal Aspects of Trade and Investment in Latin America, a survey course, explores the various legal issues in international trade and foreign direct investment, such as foreign investment statutes, international and domestic environmental law, bilateral and regional trade agreements, antitrust laws, and other areas of law relevant to the foreign investor.
Comparative Legal Perspectives on Social Problems introduces students to the civil law system, especially as practiced in Chile, and explores the role of legal institutions, both national and international, in transitions to democracy and the protection of human rights.
Students attend classes at the University of Chile Law School, the University of Diego Portales School of Law and the University of Buenos Aires School of Law. Classes are typically held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
All classes are taught in English. Knowledge of Spanish, while useful, is not necessary for participation in the program. Information on Spanish-speaking classes will be made available to interested students at the outset of the program.
Credits
This program is accredited by the American Bar Association. Program participants can earn a total of six credits. Applicants who intend to transfer credits should inquire about their law school's policy on that issue.
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