VIRTUAL SUMMER PROGRAMME ON MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM - Taylor's University
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TAYLOR’S UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL SUMMER PROGRAMME ON MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM 2 August to 16 August 2021 Taylor's University is a member of the Taylor's Education Group. It has become one of Malaysia's most successful and reputable private higher education institutions. Taylor's has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of comprehensive study options, inspiring curriculum and teaching methods, progressive partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, state-of-the-art facilities.
VIRTUAL SUMMER PROGRAMME ON MALAYSIAN LEGAL SYSTEM ABOUT THE ORGANISER Established in 1992, Taylor's Law School (TLS) is one of the top private law schools in Malaysia. The school currently offers Master of Laws in the two specialised fields namely Healthcare and Medical Law and International Business and Trade Law and a research- based PhD programme that provides students with the knowledge of theory and application of the law. It has an added distinction of being the first private law school to introduce and run a student mobility programme on the Malaysian Legal System. Students here are trained in an environment that is challenging and thought-provoking, but at the same time, fits the needs of the profession. Students of TLS are also instilled with a passion for community service and a heart for the welfare of society. As a law school that highly values quality, the school has a team of well qualified lecturers, armed with years of relevant industry experience and offers good industry linkages through its industry advisory panel for internship opportunities. COURSE HIGHLIGHTS The Summer Course on the Malaysian Legal System is organised through collaboration with prestigious law firms and includes the following: • Seminars on the Malaysian Constitution and legal institutions such as the Malaysian Parliament, the Attorney General, the Judiciary, the Syariah Courts and the legal profession among others; • Virtual Field Trips to the Parliament, High Courts, Syariah Courts, Palace of Justice (where judicial courts and offices are housed), Attorney General's Chambers, Bar Council and the Orang Asli (Indigenous People) settlement (subject to confirmation from various government departments and organisations). • Exposure to prestigious national law events (where possible), providing opportunities to meet with judges, lawyers, academics and law students. LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the course, it is expected that students will have: • Reflected on their experience of the Malaysian Legal System and on the workings of law related to organisations in Malaysia. • Demonstrated their knowledge of an aspect of Malaysian Law or Legal System in a comparative context. ASSESSMENT Students will be required to prepare a 20 to 25 minutes group presentation on their reflection developed throughout the duration of the programme. The group reflective presentation will be evaluated on a pass or fail basis. PRE-REQUISITE Completion of either Year 1 or Year 2 of LLB studies. LIFE CHANGING AND ENRICHING EXPERIENCES IN A CULTURAL HOTSPOT Taylor’s University Summer Programme is offered at the equivalent of 1.5 ECTS. Students who have successfully completed the Programme will be issued with a Certificate of Participation. Should transfer of credits be required, please check with your home institution if the certificate can be accepted alongside with a verification letter from the organising school. Duration: Application Deadline: 2 Weeks 31 May 2021 Programme Fees: How to Apply: USD 200 Online Application via www.taylors.edu.my/applysp Minimum Participants: Enquiries: 10 students for the programme to commence Global Mobility Office - global.mobility@taylors.edu.my
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS WEEK 1 PROGRAMME ITINERARY PROGRAMME ITINERARY • The Application of Islamic Law DAY 1 • Welcome Reception DAY 5 • Powers and Jurisdiction of the Syariah Courts MONDAY • Workshop on Malaysian Culture and Customs FRIDAY • Conflicts between Civil and Syariah Law in Malaysia and recent cases. • Legal History DAY 2 • The Federal Constitution TUESDAY • Separation of Powers – Constitutional Monarchy, Executive, Legislature, Judiciary DAY 3 • Hierarchy of the Malaysian Courts WEDNESDAY • Appointment of Judges • Independence of the Judiciary DAY 4 • Composition of both Housest THURSDAY • Powers WEEK 2 PROGRAMME ITINERARY PROGRAMME ITINERARY DAY 6 • The Constitutional Powers of the AG DAY 9 • Rights of Indigenous People in Malaysia • The Role and Organization of the AG’s Chambers MONDAY FRIDAY • Open Discussion & Recap of Seminars • Case Study PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN MALAYSIA DAY 10 • Presentation by students in group TUESDAY • Closing Ceremony ISLAMIC NEW YEAR MONDAY *2 hours of self-study required for DAY 7 • Legal Aid mechanisms available in Malaysia each Seminar. WEDNESDAY • Legal Profession in Malaysia DAY 8 • Alternative Dispute Resolution in Malaysia THURSDAY All contents are subject to changes without prior notice. PROGRAMME ITINERARY Global Mobility Office Performance Rating by Block A, Level 2, Ministry of Higher Education Putra Brand Gold Awards Reader’s ’’s Digest Trusted Brand Gold Awa A Trusted rds Awards QS Stars Rated for Excellence & University Ranking by Region Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus No.1 Jalan Taylor’s, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Tel: +603-5629 5000 Website: www.taylors.edu.my
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