Description

The Haifa Summer Law Institute is sponsored jointly by the law schools of the University of Baltimore and the University of Haifa. The program is designed for American law students who have completed at least their first year of study, but others are welcome. All classes are conducted in English. Courses focus on comparative international law and are taught by American and Israeli professors. The academic program includes field trips to Jerusalem, with exclusive tours of the Israeli Parliament (the Knesset) and the Israeli Supreme Court, and a trip to Northern Israel (including Akko, the Galilee, and ancient Roman ruins). Optional field trips will also be offered.

Highlights

For American law students who seek an enlightening and educational summer experience abroad, the Haifa Summer Law Institute provides a unique opportunity to study comparative law in Israel. Few countries can offer more richness of history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity. Likewise, no location in Israel presents the blend of academic excellence, cultural integration, and spectacular scenery more than Haifa. The University of Haifa is the most ethnically diverse institution of higher learning in the Middle East. It is situated at the peak of Mount Carmel, which rises dramatically from the beaches of the blue Mediterranean to the lush forests surrounding the campus.

Haifa has beautiful Mediterranean beaches, many ethnic cuisines, interesting shops and museums, and a zoo. The city is well located within easy traveling distance to Israel's historical landmarks and modern attractions, from Tiberias in the northern Galilee to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in the heartland to the southern resort of Eilat. Students will study and socialize with their Israeli counterparts, and will have ample time to explore the rich religious and cultural history of Israel. Public transportation is reliable and inexpensive. Summer weather in Haifa is pleasant, with high temperatures in the 80's, lows in the 60's, and little or no rainfall. English is widely spoken throughout Israel.

Degree Level

Masters Degree

Subject Areas

• Law
• Legal Studies

Cost in US$:

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Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

two weeks

University of Baltimore School of Law's Mission Statement

The Haifa Summer Law Institute provides a unique opportunity to study comparative law in Israel. For American law students who seek an enlightening and educational summer experience abroad, few countries can offer more richness of history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity than Israel. Likewise, no location in Israel presents the blend of academic excellence, cultural integration, and spectacular scenery more than the University of Haifa. The most racially and ethnically diverse institution of higher learning in the Middle East, the university is situated at the peak of Mount Carmel,which rises from the beaches of the Mediterranean to the lush forests surrounding the campus. Courses focus on comparative international law and are taught by American and Israeli experts in the areas of civil liberties and business law. The program also includes educational field trips to Jerusalem and the Galilee.

Year Founded

2000