FACULTIES

Law and Global Justice

Through interactive classes, debates, and mock trials, students will gain a clear understanding of law’s role in society and develop the analytical skills needed for entry into the UK Higher Education system.

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The Faculty of Law and Global Justice at Innovate Academy is designed for students passionate about international justice and the legal world. The curriculum covers key areas such as legal principles, international human rights law, and global governance, blending foundational legal knowledge with a focus on current global justice issues. In addition to classroom learning, the programme offers guest lectures from legal practitioners and human rights advocates, as well as site visits to legal institutions like the Royal Courts of Justice. By exploring real-world issues such as human rights violations and international conflicts, we encourage our students to navigate complex legal challenges and ethical dilemmas.

Core objectives

Through interactive classes, debates, and mock trials, students will gain a clear understanding of the law’s role in society and develop the analytical skills needed for top-tier pathways into the UK Higher Education system.

Foundational Legal Knowledge

Build a solid foundation in core engineering concepts and explore the different schools of mechanical, chemical, civil and electrical.

International Legal Frameworks

Develop expertise in financial planning, investment strategies, and economic analysis through hands-on exercises and simulations.

Global Justice Issues

Examine key issues in global justice, including human rights violations, international conflicts, and ethical considerations.

Critical Analysis and Advocacy

Develop skills in critical thinking, legal analysis, and advocacy for justice and human rights.

Ethical and Policy Perspectives

Foster an understanding of the ethical dimensions and policy implications of legal and justice issues globally.

Core modules

This module provides an overview of legal systems worldwide, with a focus on common law, civil law, and international law. Students learn about the structure and function of courts, the role of judges, and how laws evolve. Through case studies and discussions, they gain insight into the foundational principles of justice and the rule of law.

Focused on the global framework of human rights, this module covers the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, humanitarian law, and key international treaties. Students explore current human rights issues, engage in debates on ethical questions, and discuss how international laws are enforced.

This module introduces criminal law, exploring concepts such as crime, punishment, and the judicial process. Students examine the roles of prosecution, defence, and the judiciary, and discuss the moral and ethical implications of criminal justice policies.

This module explores environmental law’s role in addressing climate change, pollution, and conservation. Students learn about international environmental treaties, national policies, and the impact of legal decisions on environmental protection.

This module delves into the ethical underpinnings of legal systems, exploring questions around justice, equality, and fairness. Students engage with philosophical concepts such as utilitarianism and social contract theory, applying these to contemporary legal issues.

This module introduces the basic principles of corporate law, focusing on corporate responsibility, governance, and financial regulations. Students explore how legal frameworks regulate businesses and protect stakeholders, analysing case studies involving corporate misconduct.

This module addresses the history and evolution of civil rights laws, with a focus on social justice movements. Students explore key cases and policies, learning how law is used to advocate for equality and social change.

This module explores the field of digital law, focusing on online privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection. Students examine recent legal responses to data privacy concerns and the ethical challenges associated with technology.

Covering the basics of immigration law, this module examines refugee rights, asylum procedures, and the responsibilities of host countries. Students explore the legal and ethical dimensions of immigration and the concept of global citizenship.

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