INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES PROGRAM
STUDENT INFORMATION GUIDE 2019-2020
Overview
SPOTS AVAILABLE: 61
WHO CAN GO: 3L STUDENTS
MINIMUM GRADE REQUIREMENT: B-
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12:00 Noon, FEB. 8, 2019
The Schulich School of Law is committed to promoting student opportunities to study in other countries and in civil law traditions. Exchanges are normally for one term and open to third year students. Home tuition arrangements generally apply which allows Dalhousie students to study at partner institutions without additional tuition fees.
The law exchange program at Dalhousie currently includes approximately 61 spaces. The purpose of this information booklet is to provide assistance to Dalhousie law students in making their decisions regarding international exchanges in third year. The following information has been gathered from the websites of schools offering exchange opportunities to students at the Schulich School of Law.
The International Linkages Committee does not guarantee the accuracy of this information. It is the responsibility of each student to verify the relevant information needed for attending the school(s) of their choice.
Students interested in applying for an exchange are invited to submit their online application found here https://dal.moveonca.com /form/5bae42f3afec1903068b4618/eng to the International Linkages Committee. Students must have a minimum B- cumulative average at the Schulich School of Law.
Applications are due to by noon, February 8, 2019.
Please note: Students will only be given credit for participating in one exchange program. Contents
BUCERIUS LAW SCHOOL 4 Hamburg, Germany
CHINA UNIVERSITY OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND LAW 6 Beijing, China
INSTITUTO TECHNOLOGICO DE ESTUDIOS 8 SUPERIORES DE MONTERREY (ITESM) Monterrey, Mexico
LAVAL UNIVERSITY 9 Quebec City, Canada
10 LUND UNIVERSITY Lund, Sweden
NATIONAL LAW SCHOOL OF INDIA 12 Bangalore, India
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE 13 Singapore
QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST 15 Belfast, Northern Ireland
QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY 17 Queensland, Australia
SOUTHWESTERN LAW SCHOOL 19 California, USA
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY 21 Massachusetts. USA
TSINGUA LAW SCHOOL 22 Beijing, China
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UNIVERSIDAD PANAMERICANA 23 Mexico City, Mexico
25 UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA Arizona, USA
UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA 26 Barcelona, Spain
UNIVERSITY OF BERGEN 27 Bergen, Norway
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER 28 Texas, USA
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON 29 Southampton, UK
UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND 30 Johannesburg, South Africa
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON 31 Wellington, New Zealand
VRIJE UNIVERSITEIT 33 Amsterdam, Netherlands
ARCTIC UNIVERSITY OF NORWAY 36 36 Tromso, Norway
University of Genoa 39 Genoa, Italy
QUICK NOTES 42
CONTACT INFORMATION 43
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 44
APPLICATION INFORMATION 45 BUCERIUS LAW SCHOOL Hamburg, Germany
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
www.law-school.de/exchange
Accommodation
Bucerius Law School does not offer on-campus housing. While the International Office will assist students in findi ng suitable accommodation, it cannot guarantee housing for every student. A limited number of apartments will be available on a sublet basis from Bucerius students who leave for semesters abroad in the Fall. Once students have been accepted to the program, further housing information will be made available to them online.
Cost of Living: €5150-€6000
EURO CAD Rent for 480sqft studio apartment in normal area 703 1,055 German residency permit 100 150 City registration 10 15 Basic lunch in business district 11 16 Monthly public transport 89 133
4 BUCERIUS LAW SCHOOL Hamburg, Germany
Visa/Permit Requirements
Non-EU citizens studying in Germany for longer than 90 days require a visa. Proof of health insurance is required, and may also need to provide proof of financial resources. You can find more information on visa requirements at: https://www.auswaertigesamt.de/en/einreiseundaufenthalt /visabestimmungen-node
Academic Calendar
Fall semester exchange only, from Sept 2 - Dec 20, 2019 Academic calendar available under Schedule:
www.law-school.de/international/prospective-students/exchange/program- details/#c4472
Courses Offered
Visiting students participate in the “Program in International and Comparative Business Law”, which is principally offered to exchange students from partner universities. This specially designed program takes place each Fall from September to December. It is taught by Bucerius professors, distinguished guest professors and practitioners from around the world. Up to 16 law courses are offered and students earn ABA/ECTS credits for successful participation in the program. The program is designed primarily for law students wishing to broaden and extend their understanding of the forces shaping international business law. In addition, they will gain insights into the day-to- day practice of international business law from experienced professionals working in the field. The program offers a unique opportunity to acquire first-hand knowledge of German, European and International law. The academic program is complemented by interesting extracurricular activities and German language courses (all optional).
5 CHINA UNIVERSITY OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND LAW Beijing, China
Availability: 4 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English. Some Mandarin recommended.
www.lawschoolchina.com
Visa Requirements
Students must obtain a visa before beginni ng their studies in China. For more information, please visit the Embassy of Ch ina in Canada website:
http://ca.china-embassy.org/eng/
Accommodation
The university has very good facilities, such as library, stadium, swimming pool, basketball ground, and tennis court. Dormitories for international students are inexpensive and cramped (according to a recent student $60 per semester), however there is no public kitchen, gym, private bathroom, telephone, or TV. Students may also choose to live in an apartment off campus during their term on exchange.
Classes
Fall classes commence at the beginning of September and Spring classes begin in February.
Academic Calendar
There is a set curriculum for all students. Typical classes that a student would take in the fall semester include: Introduction to Chinese Law; International Law; Private International Air Law; Chinese Contract Law; and International Trade Law.
6 CHINA UNIVERSITY OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND LAW Beijing, China
Cost of Living
The cost of living index in Beijing is 39.37% lower than in Halifax.
Phone: $20/semester Accommodation: $700 - 1200/month
Health insurance: $50/semester Transportation: $50/month
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant: $5.69
Additional Information
There are no computer facilities or internet access, and international students do not have access to the library. Unfortunately, previous students have encountered difficulties in obtaining assistance in finding accommodation and travel documents from the host university.
Note
Students who are successful in their application to this exchange are eligible to apply to Dalhousie’s Office of International Relations https://www.dal.ca /dept/international-relations.html for a travel grant, and to CLIC for a monthly allowance of approximately $600 per month plus some other benefits. http://clicstudyinchina.com/
7 ITSEM Monterrey, Mexico
Availability: Varies
Language requirement: Spanish highly recommended
www.itesm.mx
Visa/Permit Requirements
Students studying in Mexico must be able to prove that they are financially able to support themselves while a student at a Mexican university. There are often specific requirements depending on country of origin, so it is important to consult the INM or the Mexican Embassy prior to departure. Canadian citizens and permanent residents who wish to enroll at a Mexican university for more than six months must obtain a student visa. For more information, please refer to the Embassy of Mexico website: https://embamex.sre.gob.mx/canada/index.php/en/
Accommodation ITSEM offers a home stay program. There is the option of living on campus, however, it should be noted there are strict policies which forbid the use of drugs or alcohol, even in your room. Dorms are separated by gender. You may also chose to live off campus, though it is recommended you do not live downtown, or in certain other areas, because of commuting time.
Cost of Living (Can. $) 1 bedroom apartment (city centre): $400/month Basic utilities (electricity, water, heat, internet): $100/month Bus pass: $30/month Food (cooking): $150/month Food (eating out): $10-$20/day
8 UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL Quebec City, Canada
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Must be able to follow courses in French
http://www2.ulaval.ca/en/academic- programs/faculties/law.html Language Requirement
Classes are taught in French. A high level of written, oral and reading
comprehension in French is needed to participate in this exchange. To
qualify, once accepted to participate in the exchange, you must write a take-
home written comprehension exam. The school may recommend that you
take classes in French either in the summer (a five week intensive program in
Quebec City), or during the semester.
Cost of Living and Accommodation
The university offers on-campus housing in residence for $96.25 per week (2017 prices). The residences are equipped with kitchens, TV rooms, internet and cable TV. More information is available at: https://www.residences.ulaval.ca/en/prospective-residents/rooms-and-rates/
Academic Calendar Fall: September - December Winter: January - April
Additional Information
Please visit: https://www.ulaval.ca/en/international/the-international-office /contact-us.html
9 LUND UNIVERSITY Lund, Sweden
Availability: 4 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
www.lunduniversity.lu.se
Students are required to have appropriate health insurance for the Visa/Permit Requirements duration of their stay in Sweden.
You will need a visa to enter the Schengen zone. The visa is usually valid in all Schengen counties and entitles the bearer to travel freely between them until the visa expires. However, since rules may vary from county to county, please obtain relevant information from the Swedish embassy/Consulate in Canada prior to departure. You will need to apply for the visa well in advance of your departure to Sweden. Non-EU residents also require a study permit which can be obtained from the Swedish Embassy. You will need a valid passport, Letter of Acceptance, certificate of financial support and health insurance in order to apply for a study permit. The health insurance is provided by Lund University and your letter of acceptance is proof of insurance for the permit application. Application cost for student permit is $160.
Accommodation
The International Housing Office helps exchange students find accommodation but the University cannot guarantee accommodation since the housing situation in Lund is very strained. The Housing Office recommends that students consider the following housing alternatives: Blocket: www.blocket.se - Swedish version of kijiji/cragslist. BoPoolen: http://bopoolen.nu - is a local housing swap CasaSwap – www.casaswap.com - an international housing network AF Bostader – www.afb.se - is Lund University Student Society’s Accommodation Agency
10 LUND UNIVERSITY Lund, Sweden
Cost of Living Rent (shared two bedroom): $750/month Transportation $76.70/month Food: $250/month
To live and study in Sweden costs approximately $1140/month, depending on each student’s spending habits. Students who rent accommodation from the International Housing Office can expect rents in the range of SEK 2700 – 4500 per month, depending on the type of accommodation.
Academic Calendar The International Desk at Lund University runs “Arrival Day” around the middle of January (Spring semester) and mid-end of August (Fall semester), followed by the orientation program in the weeks that follow. The semester at the Faculty of Law is divided into two parts, Study Periods 1 and 2, each lasting 10weeks. Arrival Day for the spring semester 2019: 15 January, 09:00–19:00 Arrival Day for the autumn semester 2019: 20 August, times tba http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/international-admissions/why-study-at-lund- university/academic-calendar
Courses Offered A wide variety of courses are offered, including: Introduction to Swedish law; Enforcement of EU Law; Comparative European Legal History; the Fundamentals of European and International Taxation – Part 1 and 2; Law and Religion; Legal History of Minorities and; Scandinavian Legal Thinking. Lund University uses a credit system – higher education credits (HEC). 60 HECs each year are considered full-time. Students are allowed to take one course per study period (i.e. 2 courses per semester – 30 HECs in total). If you take other courses at Lund University you can be admitted to 45 HECs in total each semester. The courses are offered in an ‘independent study’ method, you are required to take one course at a time. Semester Dates Autumn semester 2019: Monday 2 September–Sunday 19 January 2020 Spring semester 2020: Monday 20 January–Sunday 7 June 2020.
11 NATIONAL LAW SCHOOL OF INDIA Bangalore, India Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
Student visa is required
http://www.blsindia-canada.com Accommodation /studentvisa.php Students live in the on-campus residences. There are 3 halls for men and 3 halls for women. As far as possible the choices of the foreign students will be accommodated. If space is not available on campus, the University will help to the maximum extent possible to find accommodation near the Campus for such exchange students coming from abroad. For information about the course and any other details, contact Dr. T. S. Somashekar, Student Exchange Program Coordinator at [email protected].
Courses Offered The Law School offers opportunity for foreign students to study the international developments of law and policies in the Indian context. They will be able to examine the impact of international policies from a developing country's perspective. The students can choose from amongst the 60 courses being taught at the Law School courses include Business Law, Human Rights Law, Environmental Law, Medical Law and Ethics, Intellectual Property Rights Law, Child Rights Law. https://www.nls.ac.in /index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=25 Academic Calendar (3 trimesters) Trimester 1: July 1 - Sept. 30 Trimester 2: Oct. 16 - Jan. 16 Trimester 3: March 9 - June 9 Cost of living (per trimester) The cost of living in Bangalore is 61.87% lower than in Halifax. Rent: $130 - 300/month Transportation $30/month Meals at Inexpensive Restaurants $3. Utilities $30/month Fees (library, Internet, gym) $150 Books and supplie $80
12 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE Singapore Availability: 4 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
Every student must take up the compulsory NUS Group Medical Insurance Scheme.
http://law.nus.edu.sg/ Visa/Permit Requirements For incoming international students, the University will apply for a Student’s pass Application Number on your behalf once you are offered admission to NUS. You will then be given this Application Checkpoints Authority [ICA] web- based Student’s Pass Online Application and registration [SOLAR] system to verify the accuracy of your information and submit eForm 16 online as part of your Student’s Pass application procedure. http://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/edu/ng.html#applicationprocedures
Accommodation
NUS believes that accommodation plays a big part in the overall exchange experience and wants to provide incoming exchange students with a wonderful learning and living environment. NUS will try to accommodate the exchange students in University owned or leased housing. Undergraduate Exchange international students from universities outside Singapore applying to admit NUS during AY2014/2015 Special Term (summer program) may submit NUS Housing request via [email protected]. For Non- Exchange students, Graduate Exchange students and Undergraduate Exchange students who are not successful in their application for NUS Housing, please refer to private housing options see: http://nus.edu.sg/osa/housing/other-accommodation.html
13 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE Singapore
Cost of Living: S$1000-S$2000/month
Here is a list of estimated expenditure a single student may likely incur during your stay in Singapore. These amounts may vary accordingly depending on the student’s personal needs and lifestyle pattern. You are advised to refer to the sample data as a rough guide for planning your expected individual costs. Please note that this schedule only includes expenses for your daily essentials and does not account for non-essentials and major items such as shopping, entertainment, computers, electronic/ communication devices, travel plans, etc. In addition to tuition, the faculty of law has a S$125 miscellaneous fees.
Living on campus: S$200-S$450 Public transport: S$100-S$150 Living off campus: S$350-S$1000 Books & Stationary: S$200-S$300 Food (three meals a day): S$400-S$800 Miscellaneous: S$200
Academic Calendar NUS Semester 1 (August – December) NUS Semester 2 (January – May)
Orientation week commences on the first Monday of August of each year. In the first semester, the instructional period starts in the week immediately following Orientation week. For the second semester, the instructional period starts on the second Monday of January. After 6 weeks of class, following the recess week. The second part of each semester is of 7 weeks duration, after which students are given a reading week. The 2 week examination period starts on the Saturday immediately following the reading week
Classes NUS provides wide offerings in Commercial Law, IP and Technology, Asian Legal Studies, and Comparative Law, Law and Society, Environmental Law, Maritime Law, and International Law. Some students in the past have expressed some difficulty with registration.
14 QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST Belfast, Northern Ireland
Availability: 2 spaces
Autumn semester: Mid Sept. - mid Dec. Spring semester: Early Jan. - end of May
www.qub.ac.uk
Visa/Permit Requirements If you a going to be attending for one semester, you will need a Short Term Student Visa. If you will be attending for a full academic year, you will need to apply for a Tier 4 General Student Visa. Once you have accepted an offer Quuen’s will issue you the necessary documentation to apply for your visa. You can contact [email protected] for assistance.
Accommodation
Queen’s University Belfast is ranked by the Telegraph as a top 10 university for their accommodation. Student housing is located within walking distance from the university in a residential area. Accommodation is self-catered, and includes internet access. International students are guaranteed a place. More information is available at: www.stayatqueens.com. Insurance
Students are expected to have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their stay. Obtain international health insurance or find out if your existing insurance covers you internationally.
15 QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST Belfast, Northern Ireland
Courses Offered Exchange students are able to take general topic courses, or specialist courses that reflect the research strengths of the faculty. JD level courses are also available here. Dalhousie students are entitled to access modules offered at the LLM level. There are courses on the EU and governance law, International business and law, Human Rights, Criminal Justice, etc. Course offerings vary from semester to semester.
Cost of Living
Belfast was recently named the UK’s most affordable city. The cost of your stay will largely depend on your lifestyle, and the kind of accommodations that you choose. Accommodation ranges from $170 to $200 per person, weekly. The average student at Queen’s spends $80 a week on groceries.
Additional Information
Queen’s offers great social opportunities with over 190 clubs and societies. The city offers a unique blend of Irish and British cultures and has bars, museums, an incredible atmosphere, and is surrounded by “Game of Thrones” film locations. Northern Ireland was recently names the safest region in the UK (British Crime Survey, 2014). The school also has a dedicated International Students Support Office to assist you during your stay.
16 QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Brisbane, Australia
Availability: 5 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
www.law.qut.edu.au
Visa/Permit Requirements
Once the student has returned his/her accept ance offer and pays the required feeds, the University will issue them an electronic confirmation of enrolment (eCOE). This is to be used to arrang e student visas through an Australian embassy or consulate. If the studen t’s application is successful, he/she will be issued a Multiple Entry Visa allowing them to travel to and from Australia within the period for which the student visa is valid. The applicant’s eligibility for a student visa will be assessed against five levels by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting- a-visa/visa-listing/student-500). Every applicant must satisfy the criteria in order to be granted a visa. Criteria include, but are not limited to: Financial resources, English proficiency, and intention to comply with visa conditions. DIAC has provided information about assessment levels so that students can determine the visa type that they will require. If you are going for one semester, you may be able to go on a working holiday visa but you would have to send it to the host institution as proof before acceptance is processed. Students must also arrange Australian international student health coverage through Overseas Student Health Cover. More information is available at https://www.qut.edu.au/study /applying/study-abroad-and-exchange/exchange.
17 QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Brisbane, Australia
Accommodation
Brisbane offers a wide range of accommodation options, including homestay, student hostels, student apartment complexes, boarding houses, private apartments and houses. With assistance from International Student Services (ISS), most students find accommodation within a week or two of arriving in Brisbane. ISS also assists students with temporary accommodation while they search for accommodation for the rest of their stay. For more information, please visit: www.qut.edu.au/international/study-abroad-and-exchange/qut- and- brisbane/accommodation
Academic Calendar The first semester of classes runs from mid February to early June. Orientation week is the first week of the semester. The 2-3 week exam period finishes at the end of June. The second semester of classes start in mid-July and finish in late October. Orientation week is the first week of the semester (classes commence during this week). Exams run for 2-3 weeks in November.
Courses Offered
The school’s strengths include Business Law, IT, Environmental Law and Property Law. As long as students meet the prerequisites and have permission from their home institution, they can take more or less any available subjects. Themes include criminology, foundations of law, policing, and social justice.
Cost of Living: $9000 per semester
Costs upon arrival and before accommodation is found: $1700-$2000 Rent, food, books, entertainment: $500/week *** (All prices are in Australian dollars)
Additional personal expenses may vary.
18 SOUTHWESTERN LAW SCHOOL Los Angeles, California
Availability: 2 spaces, varied availability
Students must have health insurance while attending Southwestern.
www.swlaw.edu/
Visa/ Permit Requirements
Students must obtain an Exchange Visitor Visa if staying for one semester. More information can be found at: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-v isas/study/exchange.html
Accommodation Students may apply to live in on-campus housing, however, most law students obtain off-campus apartments. The Mid-Wilshire area is closest to campus and offers affordable housing. Please contact the law school admissions office for more information on the best neighborhoods in the area. Cost of Living
TThe cost of living per month including books is about $2500-$3000 (US dollars) as a Traditional Day student, not including tuition. Expense chart: https://www.swlaw.edu/admissions-financial-aid/tuition-fees/student-service- fee-other-fees. Academic Calendar
Fall semester classes run from middle August to early December. The examination period usually runs for a couple of weeks, from the middle to the end of December. Winter semester classes commence in early January and finish in late April. Spring break usually runs for a week late March. Students should be prepared for the examination period running from the beginning to mid-May.
19 SOUTHWESTERN LAW SCHOOL Los Angeles, California
Courses Offered
Southwestern has a broad-based legal education with opportunities to focus on a particular area of the law, such as entertainment, criminal, international, commercial, family, or tax and others.
Southwestern's Donald E. Biederman Entertainment and Media Law Institute was established in 2000 to take advantage of the law school's long history of involvement with the entertainment and media industries. It features a rich spectrum of media and entertainment law courses on subjects ranging from music publishing and motion picture production law to technology agreements and information privacy law.
Additional Information
This opportunity is to live in the United States and study at an American Law School should interest both students who contemplate graduate work in the United States and those who would find background in American law helpful.
20 SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY Boston, Massachusetts
Availability: 2 spaces, varied availability
http://www.suffolk.edu /academics/25568.php
Contact: Beth Engwall [email protected] Visa/Permit requirements
A “J -1Visa” is required for students on exchange from an accredited institution.
Accommodation
Both on campus and off campus housing are made available through the university.
Students wishing to live in an on-campus residence must submit a deposit. If you are
planning to find off-campus housing you should arrive at least one week before the semester starts to find suitable accomodation. Suffolk has an off-campus housing office that can help students with this. The following websites will direct you to the respective portions of the university website relating to housing: On campus: http://www.suffolk.edu/campuslife/1776.php Off Campus: http://www.suffolk.edu/campuslife/1659.php
Academic Calendar Fall: Orientation for international students begins on September 1st. Classes start the first week of September and run to the first week of December (Exam Period: First/Second week of December –Mid December). Winter: Second week of January - end of April (Exam Period: End of April – First week of May). Additional Information The university is right in the heart of Boston providing a lively environment within a global city offering a fantastic cultural experience. The Law School itself looks over the Boston Commons. There are plenty of cultural and extracurricular activities throughout the year offered through global community living.
Cost of Living: $8000-$15,000 per semester
Books: $1000 Health Insurance: $1000
21 TSINGHUA LAW SCHOOL Beijing, China Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
Student Visa required http://www.travelchinaguide.com Courses Offered /embassy/visa/student.htm The curriculum covers the major fields of Chinese law. The Program will offer you both unique insights in Chinese legal system and exciting experience in China. Courses include: Chinese Society and Law, Constitutional and Administrative Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Civil Procedure and Conflict of Laws, Contract Law, Environmental Law and International Arbitration and International Intellectual Property. Accomodation Students can make their own arrangements or stay in the university’s dormitories. A shared room is $8-9/day and a single room is $13-17/day. Grades A score will be given to each course based on examinations or papers. Most of the required courses have in-class-examinations and most of the elective courses have take-home- examinations. The examinations may take the forms of written essay or questions and answers at the decision of the professors and teachers. Cost of Living per semester Rent/utilities/food: $1400-2700 Personal expenses: $1000 Insurance: $49 Books and supplies: $80 Students attending Tsinghua as exchange students are required to pay the application fee and the comprehensive insurance fee charged to all international students at Tsinghua. Additional Information Students who are successful in their application to this exchange are eligible to apply to Dalhousie’s Office of International Relations https://www.dal.ca /dept/international-relations.html for a travel grant, and to CLIC for a monthly allowance of approximately $600 per month plus some other benefits. http://clicstudyinchina.com/
22 UNIVERSIDAD PANAMERICANA Mexico City, Mexico
Availability: 5 spaces
Language requirement: Fluency in Spanish required
www.up.edu.mx/en Health Insurance
Visiting students are covered under the studen t health insurance provided by Universidad Panamericana and could have imm ediate medical attention in the case of an accident. They will also have ass istance to get medical attention in case of sickness.
Visa/Permit Requirements
Students going to Mexico must obtain an FM3 student visa, which can be obtained free of charge from the Mexican Embassy. Students studying in Mexico must be able to prove that they are financially able to support themselves while a student at a Mexican university. There are often specific requirements depending on country of origin, so it is important to consult the INM or the Mexican Embassy prior to departure. For more information, please refer to the Embassy of Mexico website: https://embamex.sre.gob.mx/canada/index.php/en/
Academic Calendar The University’s courses are divided into two semesters. Fall term runs from the second week of August through to the second week of December. The Spring term runs from the second week of January through to the second week of June
23 UNIVERSIDAD PANAMERICANA Mexico City, Mexico
Cost of Living: $3,730 per semester (CDN)
Books and materials: $100 Room and board (off campus): $3000 Transportation: $130 Personal expenses: $500
Courses Offered
The University has the best academic law plan in Mexico which allows students to receive a world- class legal education. Some of the university’s most recognized fields include: Tax Law, Civil Law, Ethics and Human Rights Law, International Law, Roman Law, History Law, Constitutional Law & State, Administrative Law, Company Law and IP.
24 UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA Tuscan, Arizona Availability: 1 space www.law.arizona.edu
H ealth Insurance T he UA Student Insurance Plan is mandatory for all exchange students and m ust be paid for on the first day of classes. The amount is approx. $ 640-$1020 per semester.
V isa/Permit Requirements S tudents must obtain an Exchange Visitor Visa. More information can be found at: https://global.arizona.edu/international-faculty/j-1-exchange-visitor Academic Calendar
The academic year consist of two semesters. The fall semester starts in late August and ends in mid to late December. International student orientation is August 10 and classes start August 25. Accommodation Accommodation is available on-campus but it must be arranged prior to arrival. Off-campus accommodation does not need to be arranged prior to arrival, however it is possible to do so. More information on off-campus housing is available at: https://global.arizona.edu/international- students/housing Courses Offered Students are offered a range of courses to chose from, including: International Trade and Business Law, Criminal Law, Environmental Law, Science and Policy, Tax, Business and Corporate, International and Comparative Law. Cost of Living Books and materials: $250-$600/month Shared apartment/house: $350-$600/month On campus residence hall: $650-$950/month Food: $150-$400/month
25 UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA Barcelona, Spain
Availability: 2 full-year spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in Catalan
https://www.ub.edu/portal/web/law
Health Insurance
All international students should take out private medical insurance for the duration of their stay at the University of Bar celona. Confirmation should be obtained from the insurer, in Spanish or Cata lan if possible, indicating that coverage applies for the duration of the stud y period in Spain. Insurance is available from Ferrer&Ojeda Asociados Corre duría de Seguros, S.L., the UB's preferred partner. When registering at the U B on your arrival, you will be requested to show a copy of your medical insurance.
Accommodation
To arrange accommodation for your stay in Barcelona, please contact the Resa Housing Service: [email protected], www.resahousing.com. The Barcelona University Centre (BCU) provides all the information you need to live and study in Barcelona: how to get to Barcelona, cost of living, climate, moving about the city, and services for the university community. Please visit the BCU website: www.bcu.cat, [email protected].
Visa/Permit Requirements
For information, consult: www.ub.edu
Academic Calendar
Fall Semester classes start mid-September – early February. Winter Semester classes start during mid-February – early July. Course information (Catalan) http://www.ub.edu/dret/ori/destacats/estudiants/incoming.html
26 UNIVERSITY OF BERGEN Bergen, Norway
Availability: 4 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
http://www.uib.no/en/jur
About the University
Currently there are approximately 46 faculty members and 2000 students.
The law school is located on the hillside of the University campus, with scenic
views overlooking both the city centre and Bergen fjord. The law school is
within walking distance of the downtown core. Bergen University generally,
and the Law School in particular, has emphasized the importance of
international and comparative studies. Research strengths include criminal law, maritime law and international human rights.
Accommodation Accommodation is guaranteed to all those who apply with a commute of only 15 minutes on the tramline. See: http://www.sib.no/hostels
Courses Approximately 25 courses offered per year in English in a wide variety of areas of law including human rights, energy, commercial company and legal philosophy.
Academic Calendar
Fall: mid August - mid December Spring: early January - mid June
27 UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER Houston, Texas
Availability: 4 spaces
www.law.uh.edu
Visa/Permit Requirements Students must obtain an Exchange Visitor Visa. For more information: https://travel.state.gov/con tent/visas/en/study- exchange/exchange.html
Accommodation The Housing Office is available to assist students w ho wish to live on campus. More information is available at: www.ho using.uh.edu
The public transportation system is not well suited for UHLC students, however there are affordable accommodation opti ons near the campus.
Academic Calendar The Fall semester runs from the end of August to the end of December. Exchanges are not offered in the Winter term. Insurance Students on non-immigration visas are required to pay the foreign student medical insurance fee (approx. $315 per semester) and are fully covered under the student health insurance. Applicants may apply for a waiver of this fee by providing the University Health Center with proof of insurance before the twentieth day of classes. Courses Offered Specialties at the law school include Health Law, Energy Law (Oil and Gas), IP and International Law. Cost of Living: $9250 Books and Materials: $1200 Living Expenses: $8050
28 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Southampton, U.K.
Availability: 2 spaces www.southampton.ac.uk/law
Visa/Permit Requirements
A visa is required for Canadian citizens in the UK for stays longer than 6 months. International student office offers support and advice for those applying for visas. https://www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/international.pag Accommodation There are two options for accommodation at Southampton – university accommodation and private rented housing. As an international student you will have a guaranteed offer of accommodation in the residence. The university can also help you find private rented housing, lodgings or bed and breakfast accommodation. Southampton produces a guide to private housing, available on their website.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Southampton is on average 20% cheaper than in London. Landlords are allowed to advertise rooms at any rents. However, those landlords who ask for rents above the average rent would be expected to provide superior quality accommodation and be able to explain why the rent demanded is at an inflated level. Residence Housing 740 - 1360 /month (CAD) Food 260- - 275/month (CAD) Utilities (incl. internet) 205/month (CAD Travel – unilink 180 per month ( daily use) (CAD) http://www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding/living-costs.page
Additional Information
In recent rankings the Law School tends to place in the top 20% of law schools in the UK. It has a full-time faculty of 40 and an undergraduate student body of approximately 700. The school specializes in marine law, health law and law and technology, all of which match comfortably with our three Institutes.
29 UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND Johannesburg, South Africa
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English.
http://www.wits.ac.za/law/
Accomodation
The University has 18 residences which accom modate 20% of the student population. http://www.wits.ac.za/accommod ation/ Contact International Students Office at: stud [email protected]
Oliver Schreiner School of Law It is one of Africa’s top law schools and its graduates are among the leading lights in the legal fraternity. The Oliver Schreiner School of Law is recognized as one of the top two law schools in the country, with a reputation for leading edge research, active public engagement, excellent teaching and rigorous. It is particularly renowned for the leading role it has played in shaping some of the country’s most important legislation, most notably the South African Constitution and Human Rights. The Mandela Institute is recognized for its research, policy development and teaching in various areas of international economic law, while the Centre for Applied Legal Studies (CALS) has a global reputation for independent, rigorous scholarship and the leading role it plays in furthering human rights.
Cost of Living/month: in ZAR More at https://www.wits.ac.za/internationalstudents/financial- information/average-living-costs/ Accommodation: 5,000 Transportation: 500 Food: 2,000 Pocket Money: 1,000 Total/month: 8,500
30 VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON Wellington, New Zealand
Availability: 2 spaces
http://www.victoria.ac.nz/law/
Visa/permit requirements
International students must obtain a student visa . Additionally, all international students must have current and app ropriate medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Insurance must comply with the guidelines set out in the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students (The Code).
Accommodation Your Offer of Admission for Study sent to you by Vic International will state that (for visa purposes) you are guaranteed accommodation. It does not guarantee you a place in your first choice of hall. Your housing could be in a residence hall, homestay or private accommodation. You do not need to wait until you have your visa to apply for hall accommodation. For more information, please visit:
http://www.victoria.ac.nz/accommodation/international.aspx
Academic Calendar The Victoria University of Wellington academic year is divided into three trimesters: First trimester: March - July Second trimester: July - October (exams continue into November) Third or summer trimester: November - February
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Cost of Living The university estimates that students will need a minimum of $18,000 for essential living expenses, per year. For an idea on the cost of living in Wellington, please refer to: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/international/planning/costs.aspx Studying at Victoria
The Victoria Law School is located in the historic Government Buildings, in the heart of Wellington’s legal and political district. Next door to the Courts, Executive Government and Parliament, this is an ideal environment for the study of law. The exceptional caliber of the teaching staff combines with this unique situation to make Victoria University one of the leading providers of legal education in New Zealand.
The programme of study at Vic is carefully structured to teach the essence of the legal perspective - how to think legally - as well as to provide a good grounding in the important core subject areas of law. The Victoria Law School has long held a reputation for high standards in teaching and research, and the stimulating environment it provides attracts highly qualified students, researchers and staff.
Research centres at the law school include the New Zealand Centre of International Economic Law & the New Zealand Centre for Public Law.
32 VRIJE UNIVERSTEIT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English
http://www.rechten.vu.nl /en/index.asp
Visa/Permit requirements Canadian residents can apply for a visa (called t he working holiday permit). The school will assist you in booking appointments with the IND (immigration). The link for information on this visa is https://ind.nl/en/exchange/Pages/working- holiday.aspx
Insurance International students are required to have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their stay in the Netherlands
Accommodation The international office of VU University Amsterdam is able to provide accommodation for short- stay foreign exchange students at the university. Accommodation consists of furnished rooms with private or shared facilities. In most cases, bathroom, kitchen and living room must be shared with other students. It is common that male and female students will live together in the same student house. The standard furnishings include a bed, desk and cupboard, and in most cases kitchen utilities are available. The prices vary between €1450 and €3300 per semester, per person. https://www.victoria.ac.nz/accommodation/international.aspx#new
Academic Year The academic year starts in the first week of September and is divided into two semesters. Each semester consists of three periods of 8+8+4 weeks. Examinations are held at the end of each semester (January and June), or at the end of the eight- or four-week period.
33 VRIJE UNIVERSTEIT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cost of living: €1000/month Rent for housing: €450 Food: €250 Insurance: €100 Public transport: €50 Books: €50 Other: €60
Courses Offered The College of Law provides an exceptional general legal education, focusing on traditional areas of legal study as well as providing students with a rich variety of elective offerings. Among the courses offered are: Internet Governance, Human Rights and the Border, Public International Law, Danger Risk and Law in International Society; Human Rights and Citizenship of Aliens; Historical Introduction to European Legal Science; EU Law; International Intellectual Property Law; International Labour Law. https://www.vu.nl/en/programmes/exchange-semester-amsterdam/exchange /courses/index.aspx
Academic Calendar
The academic year starts in the first week of September and is divided into two semesters. Each semester consists of three periods: two of eight weeks and one of four. The second semester starts in February. Students are generally required to be in Amsterdam one week before the lectures start and some faculties hold their introduction program during this week. The academic schedule especially for semester 1, clashes with the academic calendar for students coming from the United States, Canada and some universities in the U.K. as their first semester runs only up to mid-December and they have to start their second semester back home again in January. Those students generally pick only courses in periods 1 and 2. For example, 3 courses in period 1 and 2 courses in period 2. This way their last exam will be just before the Christmas break. Please note, in this scenario there is no option for doing re-sit exams for period 2.
34 VRIJE UNIVERSTEIT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Academic Year The academic year starts in the first week of September and is divided into two semesters. Each semester consists of three periods of 8+8+4 weeks. Examinations are held at the end of each semester (January and June), or at the end of the eight- or four-week period.
Grades
The Dutch grading system is generally based on a mark between 1 (minimum) and 10 (maximum). A grade of 5.5 or more is considered to be a “pass”, a grade of less than 5.5 is a “fail”. After successful completion of the course components, a transcript of records is drawn up and a university certificate is awarded.
Assistance for Exchange Students
ESN-VU Amsterdam is the organization for Dutch and international students at VU University Amsterdam. The Dutch members are students from a range of disciplines and their task is to introduce international students to both the university and the city of Amsterdam. At the beginning of each semester, ESN- VU organizes the International Student Introduction Days. ESN- VUniverse also runs a mentorship program in which small groups of international students are assigned to a Dutch mentor who takes part in social activities or helps answer practical questions. Students can also apply for the airport pick-up service available at certain days at the beginning of the semester. This group also offers trips within Amsterdam and to other countries that you can participate in.
35 TROMSØ, NORWAY
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Courses offered in English https://en.uit.no/education/admissions/art?p_document_id=490106
About the University The Arctic University of Norway was established in 1968. It is the third largest university in Norway and the northernmost university of the world. Since 1984, UiT has offered Law studies, initially under the auspices the Institute of Fisheries. In 1987, it was separated as an Institute of Law, and in 1997 it became an autonomous Faculty of Law.
Norway does not formally rank its universities. However, the Faculty of Law at UiT fares well in student surveys, which measure the contentment of the students at different study programmes. In The National Student Survey, which is carried out each year, the Faculty of Law at UiT has the best score of all the law schools in Norway. The Faculty has about 850 students pursuing a 5-years Master’s degree in Law. It also has 10-15 students enrolled in the international LL.M.-programme, Master of Laws in Law of the Sea.
Tromsø is located on the coastline of Northern Norway. The North Norwegian nature is ideal for many outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, kayaking etc. This makes Tromsø a splendid starting point for nature-based experiences, which many students greatly appreciate. The city of Tromsø is also a vibrant student city, with plenty of cultural happenings all year round. The students at UiT have access to a multitude of student activities hosted on and off campus.
The Arctic Student Welfare Organization provide the students with a wide range of affordable services, when it comes to housing, food and drink, sports and health. The international students on exchange programs are prioritized for student accommodation in Tromsø. The students also have access to on-campus cafeterias with student friendly prices, and a brand new on-campus sports center which offers numerous sporting activities for the students.
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Visa permits/requirements
Non-EU citizens must apply for a student visa before entering Norway for study purposes. Students must transfer a deposit as proof of financial ability for one semester (~$9,000 CAD or NOK 58 185) to the holding deposit account at The Arctic Student Welfare Organisation to be able to apply for a study permit before June 1. You will have access to your money after arriving in Norway through a Prepaid Card (cash card) until you receive a National Identification Number to open your own Norwegian bank account.
You must deposit the amount by June 1, so that you may receive your confirmation of deposit in time to apply for your student visa.
You must also provide proof of housing before you are eligible for a student visa.
More information on student visas can be found here: https://en.uit.no/education /studentportal/new/art?p_document_id=373688 https://www.udi.no/en/want-to-apply/studies/ https://en.uit.no/education/admissions/art?p_document_id=373660
Accommodation
The University has partnered with the Housing Department at the Arctic Student Organization of Norway (Samskipnaden) which offers rental of student housing for students of UiT in Tromso.
All international students admitted to exchange programs by the International Office at UiT can apply for student housing through Samskipnaden Housing Department. You may apply as soon as you have received an email from UiT about your nomination.
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Courses In the 2018/2019 academic year the following courses in English were available.
First Semester (August-December) • Introduction to International Law and EU Trade Law • Indigenous Peoples’ Rights • International Environmental Law and Climate Change in the Arctic • General Law of the Sea
Second Semester (January-June) • Indigenous Peoples’ Rights • European Human Rights Law • Energy Law • International law and armed conflict • International Environmental Law and Climate Change in the Arctic
Cost of Living
Students wishing to go on exchange are advised that the cost of living in Norway is high.
Accommodation: $1,200-$1,550 CAD/month depending on type of apartment and number of roommates.
Meals: A combo meal at McDonalds is approximately $17 CAD, and a meal at an inexpensive restaurant is approximately $37 CAD.
Transport: A monthly bus pass costs approximately $100 CAD
38 UNIVERSITY OF GENOA GENOA, ITALY
(Approval pending)
Availability: 2 spaces
Language requirement: Some courses offered in English https://en.uit.no/education/admissions/art?p_document_id=490106
About the University
The College of Law at the University of Genoa has existed since at least the 14th century. Over the centuries it has undergone numerous iterations, secular and religious, with its most recent re-characterization as a Department of Law in 2012. Current areas of research strength include the “Genoa Institute of International European and Maritime Law”, the “Genoa Centre for Law and Finance”, and an Erasmus Strategic Partnership Project on Mediation. Genoa is located on the Northwest coast of Italy. It has “340 km of breathtaking coastal landscapes (including nearby Cinque Terre) and is approximately 150 km from Milan.” There is also an international airport.
Visa permits/requirements
Non-EU citizens must apply for a student visa through the Italian consulate in Canada nearest them. Once in Italy, students must apply for a residence permit from the Italian Government if they will be staying for more than 90 days. You must submit your residence permit within 8 days of arriving at the competent “Questura” (Italian permit office). Once you have your residence permit, you will be able to travel to other Schengen countries for up to three months without any formal requirements.
More information can be found here: https://www.studenti.unige.it/sass/en /permit/
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Health Insurance
Students coming to Italy need to obtain health insurance for their stay. This can be done through the National Health Service, which requires a 150 euro payment and guarantees total coverage and entitles you to choose your own general practitioner. It is valid for one year.
Alternatively, international students can subscribe to a private health insurance policy with WAI Italy: they have to register on the following web site Welcome Association Italy and then pay € 120 for one year or € 71 for six months.
Accomodation
The City districts, Dinegro, Sampierdarena, S.Teodoro, Castelletto, Principe are close to the location of the college of law.
The University of Genoa supports International students in their accommodation research, but does not guarantee nor reserve any kind of accommodation. Students interested in university residences should contact ALFA (the regional agency for work, education and accreditation), the body in charge for this kind of accommodation: [email protected]
Students should ask their landlord to sign a rental agreement. A standard version is available at SASS office.
Courses In the 2017/2018 academic year the following courses in English were available.
First Semester Public Comparative Law – Module 1; Public Comparative Law – Module 2; The Law of International Organizations; Developing Countries and Constitutional Law
Second Semester International and European Law of the Sea; Transnational and EU Environmental Law; EU Labour Law; European Union Financial and Insurance Markets Regulation
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Academic Calendar
Classes run in the Fall semester from mid September to mid December. The Exam period runs from mid December to early February with a break from Christmas until after New Years.
Classes run in the Winter semester from mid February to the end of May. Exams run from early June to mid July.
Cost of Living
Accommodation: 250 – 500 euros depending on type of apartment and number of roommates. Utilities: About 50 euros per month. Meals: The University canteen offers meals from 6-15 euros and grocery stores sell staples for relatively cheap. Transport: A monthly bus pass costs 46 euros.
41 QUICK NOTES
Legal Systems
Some of our partner institutions follow common law legal traditions, like Canada, but others do not. It is important to understand the legal system you will be studying under during your exchange program prior to arriving. Please note that some legal systems are mixed (like Canada!) and not all common law or civil law jurisdictions operate in the same way.
Common Law Jurisdictions Civil Law Jurisdictions
Australia The Netherlands India Spain New Zealand Germany Singapore Sweden UK Norway Northern Ireland China US Mexico South Africa
Currencies
All of the cost estimates included in this booklet are based on historical exchange rate data. Please note that some currencies fluctuate in value more than others, and that exchange rate changes have the potential to dramatically alter the cost of living for you abroad.
42 CONTACT INFORMATION
Cherilyn MacIntosh Administrative Secretary, International Linkages Committee [email protected]
Professor Olabisi Akinkugbe Acting Chair, International Linkages Committee [email protected]
43 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
P lease be aware that some of the partner exchange schools’ terms end later than the term ends at Dalhousie and that various consequences could flow from having to defer graduation, including issues with bar admission courses, articles, clerkships, graduate school, and other employment issues.
For additional information concerning these matters please contact
Ms. Dana-Lyn Mackenzie Director Student Services and Engagement [email protected]
44 APPLICATION INFORMATION
Thank you for applying to the exchange program at the Schulich School of Law. Please note you must fully complete the online application and submit all required documents by the deadline of February 8, 2019 12:00 noon.
Because of the limited number of exchange opportunities available, the International Linkages Committee encourages students only to apply if they are serious about studying abroad, and understand the additional financial costs involved.
The selection process for exchanges is based upon a lottery system. After we contact you with an offer via email and phone, you will have twenty-four hours to accept. If you do not respond within this period of time, the offer will be revoked (excluding exceptional circumstances) and your application will be voided.
As a result of the lottery system, past experience indicates that it can take up to two weeks for the selection process to be completed. If you do not receive an offer in the first few days, do not be concerned. This only means that you are not in the first cohort. You are still likely to receive an offer of exchange (depending on how many exchange partners you have indicated interest in). While it is probable that it may not be your first choice, it is still a possibility.
If you are successful in your application and then withdraw this may have the impact of denying another student the opportunity to participate in the exchange program.
Please note: if you are planning to apply to any of our NACLE partners (Arizona, Houston, Panamerica, ITESM, South Western or Suffolk), contact Prof. Akinkugbe by 4pm Thursday, January 31st ([email protected]), to ensure that there will be exchange opportunities available with these partner institutions.
Thank you and good luck!
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