The Law School Preparation Program will immerse students in the theory and practice of law and to develop a roadmap for joining the legal profession.

This course provides a gentle, yet practical introduction to law for secondary school students, through classes in important law subjects, such as contracts, torts, and company law, visits to courts, and discussions of possible law career paths, and studying law overseas and locally. As stated in the title, this course aims to prepare students to become future lawyers and provide students with an unbeatable advantage in selecting their desired careers ahead.

 

Getting a head-start is vital in a field as competitive as Law. The legal profession is considered a noble profession as it is the upholder and protector of law. For students who are considering entering into law school, the HKU SPACE Law School Preparation Program can provide a competitive edge, by demonstrating a passion and understanding of the law.

The Law School Preparation Program will help them grow in understanding of the common law system underpinning the legal system in Hong Kong and other countries (UK, USA etc), as well as giving their legal study skills a boost. Most importantly ‘Law School Preparation Program’ allows students to immerse themselves in the theory and practice of law and to develop a roadmap for joining the legal profession.

The Law School Preparation Program is an ideal opportunity for students to use a portion of their summer to enhance their future possibilities in the field of Law. This course will be divided into two parts. The first part will focus on an introduction to the law, the legal profession and the mechanisms of the legal system.  The second part will focus on the development of legal research and communication skills through cooperative problem solving and presentations. The teaching will follow a traditional law school model and students are encouraged to actively participate in class.   

 

 

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Duration

• 18 hours (3 hours per session)
  Monday, Wednesday, Friday (1:30 - 4:30 pm)
  Classes will be held on 22 Jul, 24 Jul, 26 Jul, 29 Jul and 31 Jul with Outside Activities in Ma Hang Prison, Stanley on 2 Aug at 2:00-5:00 pm for Group A and 8 Aug at 2:00-5:00 pm for Group B (shuttle bus will be provided).
  

Venue

• Admiralty Learning Centre

Tentative Schedule

Session	Date	Time	Lecture Themes	Class Exercises
1	22 Jul 2024  (Mon)	1:30 – 4:30 pm	Legal System in Hong Kong What is law? (differences between law and rules/ ethics/ social norms) Types of legal systems (Civil/ Common Law/ Religious) Court hierarchy Stare decisis Basic Law The law-making process in the Hong Kong legal system (roles of the legislative council/ the courts) Role of Courts/ Legislative Council/ Department of Justice/ ICAC/ Police Force other government agencies.   The Legal Profession Who are lawyers? What is the difference between a barrister and solicitor? What about other members of the legal profession? The role of a Legal Executive/Paralegal/Legal Secretary/ Legal Clerk in law firms. Law firms and the difference between law firms.   Tertiary options and career pathways for students Studying law and the experience of being a law student. Studying Law in Hong Kong and overseas Potential career pathways for students Challenges of the legal profession	In-class quiz and discussions
2	24 Jul 2024 (Wed)	1:30 – 4:30 pm	Introduction to the substantive law   Contract Law & Company Law	Quiz: Law quiz
3	26 Jul 2024 (Fri)	1:30 – 4:30 pm	Introduction to the substantive law   Tort Law & Criminal Law	Quiz: Law quiz
4	29 Jul 2024 (Mon)	1:30 – 4:30 pm	Visit to the HKU law library   Core legal skills Legal Research and Writing Skills and IRAC technique   Public speaking and case presentation skills	Quiz: Law quiz
5	31 Jul 2024 (Wed)	1:30 – 4:30 pm	Law Case Presentation
6	2 Aug 2024 (Fri) for Group A   8 Aug 2025 (Thu) for Group B#	2:00 – 5:00 pm	Activities in Ma Hang Prison, Stanley (shuttle bus will be provided)   Mock trial Simulated reception procedures Experienced custody in dormitories and single cells Participate in foot drill training, simulated work groups. Sharing session by inmate

Note:

#For the Prison Visit Date: Enrolling before 15 June 2024 will be placed in Group A (Prison visit on 2 August 2024), while those enrolling after that date will be part of Group B (Prison visit on 8 August 2024).  Details of all other sessions (Session 1 - 5) will be the same for both Group A and Group B students. 

SPECIAL NOTICE TO STUDENTS:  

• The availability of the class will be depended on student enrollment. Early registration on a first-come-first served basis is appreciated. 
• “Statement of Attendance” will be issued within three months of the end of the course to participants achieving at least 70% of class attendance.
• Detailed timetables showing venues for each module you have enrolled on will be sent out one week before the start of that course.  If you do not receive a timetable three days before the course starts, please e-mail studylaw@hkuspace.hku.hk or telephone 25204665.  
• The School reserves the right to change the time and place of meetings and to change the Tutor / Lecturer / Teacher, without prior notice.
• Course fees paid are not refundable or transferable.

Course Fee

• HK$4,300

Applicants should be aged 15 or above (including providing parental consent).  There are no specific entry requirements but, given the language of instruction, students should have competence in English language.

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Enrolment Method

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Applicants shall

a) complete the enrolment form and enroll in the course(s)

 (i) at the Enrolment Centres of HKU SPACE (please refer to the ‘Learning / Enrolment Centres’ section) by cash, EPS, cheque/bank draft or credit cards (VISA / MasterCard);

OR

 (ii) by mail with cheque/bank draft to ‘HKU SPACE Summer School Office, 11/F, 250 King’s Road, Hong Kong’

Cheque/Bank draft should be made payable to ‘HKU SPACE’ with applicant’s name and course(s) applied written on the back.  A photo of the applicant (in plain colour background, 45mm(W) x 55mm(H)) is also required.

b) apply through the School’s online enrolment system and pay by credit card or PPS.

All applicants who are below age 18 on 10 July 2024 MUST complete and submit the ‘Parent/Guardian Consent Form’ together with the Enrolment Form.

If you are applying for more than one course, please check to ensure that there is no clash of class schedules before submitting your application.

Notes

1. Fees and places on courses cannot be transferred from one applicant to another. Once accepted to a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on approved transfers.
2. Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
3. Receipts will only be issued once. For additional copies of proof of payments, please send a stamped, self-addressed envelope with a completed form and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to ‘HKU SPACE’. Such copies will only normally be issued at the end of a course.

For details of admission, information for students, enrolment centres and other information related to HKU SPACE Summer School, please visit our Summer School webpage.