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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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    Top reviews

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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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    By Harshana J

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    Jun 4, 2019

    This course is a well designed one. It provides us a good comprehensive guide on the legal practice in England. I'm grateful to the designers of the course and 2 lecturers for presenting us this.

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    By Michael L

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    Nov 27, 2018

    As mentioned earlier, I applause your university to conduct such short courses. However, I would like to suggest that you follow the subject content of the University Under graduate on LLB to the core and allow potential student a glimpse of what is to expect and also give them a boost should they have completed the short course they may be encouraged to go sign up for the full UG LLB course.

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    By FRANK A

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    May 21, 2020

    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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    By David F

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    Sep 28, 2021

    Excellent basic level course. It is what I needed. It allowed me to learn a lot not only about English Common Law or about the British government, but also about law in general. Thank you!!

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    By Helena Z

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    May 19, 2019

    Very good overview to law, especially to someone who had never studied it before. Some parts were confusing, as I did not know the law term, but overall beneficial course.

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    By Mrs. G T

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    Sep 12, 2021

    It was very informational about the English common law. I really didn't know that the laws that are used in the United States are the same or somewhat laws that the United Kingdom use also.

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    By Ziyad B

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    Jun 7, 2020

    This was a fantastic course which helped me learn about the basics behind English Common Law. I thoroughly recommend this to anyone and everyone intrested in learning about the law.

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    By Andy M

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    May 11, 2020

    Excellent course. I recommend it to all law professionals. The course has two excellent teachers who provide all the support the student needs. The material available is abundant. Therefore, the student is not helpless when taking the learning tests.

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    By Athanasios S

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    Jun 19, 2019

    what an amazing experience, to have been able to be taught by the best in the field! this is highly recommended for anyone seeking a degree in Law in the foreseeable future!

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    By Wei B T

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    Nov 23, 2020

    I was overjoyed after being notified on the completion of this course. A huge shoutout to the 3 peers who had reviewed by assignment, your comments are really my biggest joy of the day !!! I personally enjoyed myself very much throughout the course with its self-paced structure of a combination of short videos, optional reading, discussion forum and quiz. At the discussion forum, it did not only trigger myself to think, but also, it had opened my mind to think from other participants' points of view. Overall, this course is very amazing for a beginner to gain an overview of the English Common Law ! I have just one suggestion which it will be better to ensure the URL links in the website that brings the participant to a reading website be kept up-to-date often because I came across some URL links where it said 'error' or the website is no longer there. All in all, I am very grateful for this course and the participants along the course for the fantastic sharing!!!!! Thank you !

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    By Sonika S

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    Apr 17, 2020

    I found this course very useful and knowledgeable. It helps me to understand the English common law and related concepts. Teachers are very good and helps to understand the concepts in better way. So, i am graceful to University of London and Coursera for providing me this opportunity of learning .

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    By Morten K

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    Oct 26, 2019

    Excellent course, well taught. Got me so excited I enrolled into an LLB program at University of London, Class of '22. Looking forward to learning more.

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    By Ravi R

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    Aug 19, 2019

    I utilized this course to gain an understanding of English Common Law which is part of the Day 1 Outcome for the QLTS Exam ( Solicitor of E&W), that I have embarked upon. Thanks so much to University of London for the excellent course content and for Dr Eloise Ellis and Ms.Charlotte Crilly for the superb articulation and for inciting the interest in me. Thanks so much !

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    By Davia W

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    Apr 19, 2023

    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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    By Ekaterina S

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    Apr 14, 2020

    The course is very interesting, not easy, but not very complicated. You may find many interesting links to very useful information that you may need in future, in your work. I studied English law earlier at the university (also some introduction) and now I am pleased to "rethink" it. I got a good overview on the most important points of English law system. After these "basics" it will be much easier to study any special common law courses.

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    By Adam W

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    Apr 30, 2020

    Fantastic introduction to English Common Law. Covers the factors that are most important to English law in an appropriate level of detail that leaves you confident in your understanding of the English Common Law. The ability to discuss and compare your ideas with others on the course is a fantastic element that forces you to evaluate your ideas whilst also allowing you to consider the strengths and weaknesses of the legal system.

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    By Ilona C

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    Feb 20, 2020

    It is a wonderful course! From a technical point it is very well-structured, you can easily navigate through the course material, highlighting and noting down valuable information. In regards to the content I enjoyed it too as it provided a good depth to the main topic and an additional amount of sources to enrich one's understanding of what is learned in each module. Thank you, Coursera and lovely instructors!

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    By Seo Y C

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    Mar 4, 2020

    This is an excellent course for many prospective law students, like myself, which provides a good outline of the English common law system. I sometimes found some questions form the end of week quizzes a bit too absurd, but that's a minor issue. I hope the University of London can provide more introductory courses like this in other law subjects like Tort Law, Contract Law, or perhaps Jurisprudence.

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    By K. Y W

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    Feb 20, 2020

    Concise, well-structured introduction, presented clearly. Enriched with reference resources and up to date topics, like EU and Human Rights' impact. Practical tips on how to read cases and pointers to sources for legal research. Peer graded assignment was engaging to complete; challenged thinking and reasoning. Thank you University of London lecturers and Coursera for this gem of a course.

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    By Rosemeire V d A

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    Jul 10, 2019

    It was rewarding indeed. Such a good course. I have never studied at University here in Brazil, about the common law, and here I could see all its framework , how it works, what are the issues they have come across in a changeable modern society.

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    By Ranadhir L S

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    Feb 21, 2020

    This was a very good course. I learnt a lot and also enjoyed doing it. Thanks so much to the University of London for the excellent course content and for Dr Eloise Ellis and Ms.Charlotte Crilly for the clear articulation and guidance.

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    By JOLICOEUR

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    Jul 24, 2024

    The final assignment is very interesting because it allows you to think about something, and you only validate the course after finishing the assignment and after you reviewed some of the other's

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    By MURTAZA M

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    Feb 24, 2019

    Great. Thanks a lot

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    By Vasanthamaran S R

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    Aug 13, 2020

    great

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