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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for Introduction to English Common Law by University of London

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    About the Course

    The common law of England and Wales is one of the major global legal traditions. This MOOC will give you an introduction to this influential
    legal system including its history, constitutional background, sources and institutions. You’ll learn about the different ways in which laws are
    made and interpreted, the English court system and the increasing importance of European Union and human rights law. Now is an especially
    exciting time to be learning about English common law, given the potential changes that lie ahead in today’s political, economic and social
    environment – all these pose challenges to and opportunities for the law. Each week we’ll focus on one aspect of English co...
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    May 21, 2020

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    A comprehensive introduction to English Law. The lecturers outline things in a very clear manner and the readings cover the topic well. The quizzes are quite demanding. It is a very enjoyable course.

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    Apr 18, 2023

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    The course was excellent! Information was very clear.t he videos were great. I also enjoyed that fact that there was a discussion section with other learners. I learnt so much from other learners.

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    Sep 30, 2020

    Excellent course, quite well structured; supplementary reading quite appropriate and not so extensive.

    I look forward to learning about English common law.

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    Jul 6, 2021

    An easy course to follow in which you will earn basic competencies about the English Common Law legal system. You can complete it at your own rhythm!

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    Dec 24, 2020

    I enjoyed this course very much because all topics are well explained and they are well developed with interesting lectures. I strongly recommend it.

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    Mar 3, 2019

    Very helpful course, would advise for beginners to law. Useful skills are taught, such as how to read cases, and very helpful examples are provided.

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    By Rafael O

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    Jan 5, 2023

    The course provides a comprehensive and at the same time complete overview for those who want to have an overview of English law. Excellent course!

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    By Sharifah F A S B S A H

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    Oct 11, 2021

    The teachings and contents uploaded in this course is very helpful and useful. It has provided me with better clarity on the subject of common law.

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    By Ng W S

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    Feb 12, 2022

    An interesting, easy-to-understand course with fun activities and thought-provoking discussion questions. I learnt a lot and had a lot of fun! ^0^

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    By Konstantin T

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    Aug 26, 2019

    It was a great experience learning about English Common Law with Coursera! It gave the basics to continue my education with other related courses!

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    By Ramprasad A

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    Jun 6, 2021

    It was a course worth the effort don't expect to run over the course. They will certainly teach you the best and the exams are quite competitive

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    By N f m

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    Feb 24, 2022

    This course is full of up-to-date content in accordance with its given level with excellent delivery by the tutors!

    I can not appreciate enough!

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    By Armand L

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    Aug 11, 2024

    Great course. Provided insight into many different aspects of English Common Law and the English legal system. I highly recommend this course.

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    By Parul Y

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    Oct 8, 2019

    Provides insight of the English Common Law System with interesting materials and knowledge is continuously enhanced through discussion forums.

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    Aug 9, 2020

    Very fun and interesting, as a person living in a country ruled by the Roman law it was so nice to see how other country's legal system works

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    By roy k h s v

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    Apr 30, 2022

    I just kept wanting to know more and before I knew it, it was done. Interactive and acquire lots of knowledge from it. would recommend it.

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    By Jose L R

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    May 31, 2020

    Muy valioso. Felicitaciones a ambas Profesoras; muy claras y se mantienen en lo esencial.

    El material complementario es muy valioso.

    Gracias.

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    By GADHVI P

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    Feb 5, 2020

    A brilliant course for learning the fundamentals of English Common Law. A very thorough explanation to the various approaches and systems.

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    By Anxhelona B

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    Mar 23, 2021

    So insightful, especially for a non-law student. I would suggest this course to anyone who wants to do a law conversion course in future!

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    By Andres J G A

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    Dec 26, 2020

    I like the course becouse it gives me a new way to interpretate the english legal system, their sources of law and the judicial precedent.

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    By Dante F

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    Aug 12, 2020

    Great course! Love the format of the didactics and assessments. Really provides an excellent basic knowledge of the English Legal System!

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    By Athira S

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    Mar 27, 2020

    I have to say the method of teaching was outstanding. Anyone could easily understand and also it was very interesting.

    Thank you so much.

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    By amir z

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    Mar 12, 2024

    In my opinion, This course was a really great introduction to English common law system and as a Civil law student, I really enjoyed it.

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    By Nikeeta S

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    Aug 15, 2020

    Amazing course!Little complex for a 14 year old but still. I am looking to apply at oxford for law so this would help me a lot thanks!

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    By Frances S

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    May 19, 2020

    Great introductory course with in-depth structure. It flows easily and the mix of videos and reading made the course easier to digest.

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    By Renan S

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    Jun 6, 2020

    incredible course, incredible teachers and incredible material, great experience, I will not say anything else to not give spoilers.

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    By İlikan B H

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    Jun 14, 2020

    Gives a very nice brief overview of the English legal system without going too deep and complicated. I'm glad I took this course!

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