Course for PhDs and beyond

Normative Legal Research

Course Description: In this course, participants will study how to examine normative frameworks and develop normative legal arguments. This course will enable participants to:

• grasp basic tenets of selection of normative theories and (counter) arguments, comparing and analyzing such theories and arguments;
• explain their normative research approach to enable exchange and collaboration with colleagues outside of law and humanities;
• critically reflect on the nature and point of normative legal analysis; and
• further deepen their normative legal analysis skills through specialized coursework.

Prior Requirements: None.

When: The course has 4 lessons, on the following dates:

• 13 May 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 20 May 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 27 May 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 03 June 2027, 14:00 – 16:00

Practical information:

• The course has up to five spots available for ELS members.
• The courses will be offered in English and in person in the A building on the Roeterseiland Campus of the UvA.
• There are no requirements to attend.

Lecturer: TBD

Registration deadline: Anytime before the start of the course. For questions or registration, please contact Noah van Dongen at n.n.n.vandongen@uva.nl.