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Comparative Criminal Law Last Updated Date: 29 June 2009 4 Credits, Semester 1 Course Description: This course introduces students to the application of the theory and methodology of comparative law to substantive criminal law. It builds on a student’s prior knowledge of a basic course in criminal law by comparing selected principles of the law with those found in Australia, Canada, England, India, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore. Topics covered include the fault elements of murder and of criminal negligence, the principles of causation, the concurrence principle, consent in rape, the defences of provocation, private defence and insanity, the German law of homicide, and special homicide offences. The insights gained by students from comparative analyses of these topics will sharpen their appreciation of the strengths and weaknesses of the criminal law of particular jurisdictions, and enhance their ability to view law from wider theoretical, sociological and reform perspectives. Note: Students from continental law systems can expect to be working harder for this course due to their unfamiliarity with some of the common law concepts. Course Convenor: Prof Stanley Yeo Co-teacher(s): Nil Module Codes: LL4067 / LL5067 / LL6067 Contact Hours: 9 session over 3 weeks: Three, 3hrs continuous weekly seminars Workload: Intensive course: [12 - 31 Aug] Mode of Assessment: Take Home Exam - 60%; Class Participation - 20%;(1) Short Essay OR (2) Leading seminar discussion - 20% [Thexam: Release - Fri 9 Oct 09 (4pm): Due - Mon, 12 Oct 09 (10am)] Preclusions: Nil Prerequisites: NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. Examination Date: Different Mode of Examination Click here to go Back |
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