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CSS112 Social Sciences 3 Units intermediate

Sociology Of Law

This course introduces the methods of sociology and its influence on law within the Nigerian context. It explores the sociological perspectives of legal reasoning and law-making. Key areas include defining law and sociology, examining the relationship between law, custom, and morality, and understanding the challenges of law enforcement from a sociological viewpoint. The course also covers various legal concepts, the Nigerian legal system, and the impact of social change on legal structures.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Sociology of LawNigerian Legal SystemSocial ChangeLegal ConceptsLaw Enforcement

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Defining Law and Sociology

2

Concepts of Law

3

Theories of Law

4

Nigerian Legal System

5

Law and Morality

6

Law and Custom

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Legal Analyst

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Policy Advisor

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Social Worker

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Law Enforcement Officer

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Community Organizer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial ServicesNon-Profit OrganizationsLegal Advocacy

Course PDF Material

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Module 2 legal theories to real-world examples

2

Review key definitions from Units 1-4 weekly

3

Practice applying sociological perspectives to analyze case studies from Units 7-9

4

Focus on understanding the historical evolution of Nigerian legal system

5

Prepare detailed summaries of each unit's main points for quick review

6

Prioritize studying peak difficulty units identified in the course metadata

7

Allocate extra time for complex units like Natural Law and Positivist schools

8

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback

9

Practice essay questions on the relationship between law and social change

10

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts

11

Join online study groups to discuss challenging topics

12

Use past exam papers to familiarize yourself with question formats

13

Develop a time management strategy for the exam to ensure all questions are answered