1 semester
1 semester
Prerequisites
It is an advantage if the student has some knowledge of the discipline of law. In particular, students should have basic knowledge of legal sources. It is also recommended that students follow the first 5-6 hours of the course 5350 Business Law which is taught during the spring semester as part of the Economics and Administration, 2-year programme.
Course Objectives
This foundation course provides students with an introduction to the legal system of the European Community (EC) and the European Economic Area (EEA), Norway’s relation to the European Union (EU), and gives an insight into significant international rules.
Learning Methods
3-4 hours of lectures per week in the spring semester.
Course Description
This course gives an introduction to Norwegian constitutional law and international law. It describes central elements of the EU/EEA legislation, the organisational structure in the EU and EEA, the four freedoms regulating the internal market and the legislation in the field of private and public competition (e.g. state subsidies and public procurement).
Assessment Methods
Written examination, 4 hours.
