Legal Studies

This course explores Anglo-American law from a central perspective: First, by analyzing the historical origins of fundamental institutions, it explores the operating logic and social context of the Anglo-American system, revealing the unique DNA of the common law tradition. Second, through the study of classic case law in branches of law (such as contract law and related law), it cultivates the "follow precedent" thinking method, mastering core skills such as inductive reasoning and factual distinction. This skill is designed to help students discern technical details and grasp the essence of the Anglo-American system's "empirical rationality," fostering a comparative legal insight both through institutional analysis and practical application.

This course explores various legal issues that arise from international relations, taking a broad approach rather than focusing on state actors. It covers how international law applies to specific issues; general principles of jurisdiction, and how domestic courses use international law. 

This course provides a study of the international art trade. Topics include: the international art market; international art auctions; international art loans; black market; international thefts of works of art; illegal export of works of art.

With increased trade and deeper market integration, the legal issues of international economic relations are becoming more complicated. The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the only and the most important institution addressing the rules of trade between nations. The WTO agreements cover goods, services, intellectual property and dispute settlement. This course is designed to introduce the major legal disciplines under the WTO legal system. Assessment: class participation (30%), group presentation (30%), final exam(40%).