2010-2011 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
CLA 287 - Roman Law
Multidisciplinary introduction to the legal system that governed the Roman Empire and influenced all subsequent Western legal thought. Interactive, case-based approach focuses upon analysis of hypothetical situations. Topics include substantive private law, Roman legal history, and contributions to modern legal systems. Especially valuable for pre-law students. All readings in translation. Part of Freedom and Social Control theme. Offered fall semester in odd-numbered years. Prerequisites: fulfillment of the freshman writing requirement.
Credits: 3