The course focuses on the acquisition of advanced skills in the sociological observation of the law, as a system of actions structurally and functionally connected to society.

• Sociology of law - Definition and object
• Norm as a sociological concept
• Law and action
• Law and institutions
• Law and roles
• Law and opinions
• Sociological-legal research methodology

There is no obligation of prerequisites to access the course. 

Learning outcomes:

a) obtain basic skills for the development of ideas and original applications in the sociological observation of law (Knowledge and understanding);

b) demonstrate the ability to solve theoretical and applied problems in interdisciplinary contexts relating to the fields listed above (Applying knowledge patience and understanding);

c) demonstrate the ability to integrate their own knowledge and making judgments in theoretical situations or complex practices relating to the areas listed above (Making judgments);

d) demonstrate the ability to communicate the acquired knowledge in a clear, essential and scientifically correct shape (Communication);

e) demonstrate the ability to develop their own learning with autonomy and critical sense (Learning skills).

The teaching material prepared by the lecturer in addition to recommended textbooks (such as for instance slides, lecture notes, exercises, bibliography) and communications from the lecturer specific to the course can be found inside the Moodle platform › blended.uniurb.it

On request, the teacher will prepare individualized support activities.

Teaching

Lectures, Working class.

Attendance

Compulsory course attendance is not required, but active participation in the lessons is strongly recommended. 

Course books

Compulsory Course Texts: 

• V. Ferrari, Diritto e società. Elementi di sociologia del diritto, Laterza, Roma-Bari, 2019 (16° ed.)

No-Compulsory Course Texts:

• V. Ferrari, Prima lezione di sociologia del diritto, Laterza, Roma-Bari, 2010

Assessment

For the purpose of ascertaining the preparation, the student must take an oral test concerning the topics of the course of study. The test aims to ascertain knowledge skills, comprehension skills, ability to communicate and apply the knowledge acquired with autonomous judgment.

Here below the calculation criteria for the oral test

• less than 18: skill level not enough
• 18-20: skill level enough
• 21-23: skill level satisfactory
• 24-26: skill level good
• 27-29: skill level very good
• 30-30 with honors: skill level excellent

Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)

Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.

To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.

Teaching

Non-attending students are required to complete all the parts scheduled through the individual study.

Attendance

The study of the required texts must be thorough and aim at achieving the expected learning outcomes.

The expected individual study is at least 150 hours, or 25 hours per CFU.

Course books

Compulsory Course Texts: 

• V. Ferrari, Diritto e società. Elementi di sociologia del diritto, Laterza, Roma-Bari, 2019 (16° ed.)

No-Compulsory Course Texts:

• V. Ferrari, Prima lezione di sociologia del diritto, Laterza, Roma-Bari, 2010

Assessment

For the purpose of ascertaining the preparation, the student must take an oral test concerning the topics of the course of study. The test aims to ascertain knowledge skills, comprehension skills, ability to communicate and apply the knowledge acquired with autonomous judgment.

Here below the calculation criteria for the oral test

• less than 18: skill level not enough
• 18-20: skill level enough
• 21-23: skill level satisfactory
• 24-26: skill level good
• 27-29: skill level very good
• 30-30 with honors: skill level excellent

Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)

Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.

To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.

The texts provided for the exam may be in English at the request of the student.

Based on the progress of the ongoing Covid19 pandemic, the methods of assessment may vary. However, the evaluation criteria will not be changed. Changes in the examination procedures will be duly communicated via blended.