Preparation for the Study of Law in Canada

0 cr · Undergraduate

This course will prepare internationally trained lawyers for the study of law in Canada. It will introduce students to the Canadian legal system and legal terminology, expose students to Indigenous history, culture and legal traditions, and examine what it means to provide culturally competent legal services in the Canadian context. In addition, students will be introduced to resources that support their research, academic and professional needs. Depending on the instructor, this course may include a field trip component. The course is restricted to students taking the Micro-Diploma in Canadian Public Law or the Micro-Diploma in Canadian Private Law. The course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.