ÉCOLE NORMALE SUPÉRIEURE DE LYON · FRANCE
GEOG4205: Law and the Making of Space: Geography and Law
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- M1+M2Level
- GeographyDiscipline
- 5.00 ECTSCredits
- 2nd SemesterPeriod
- Social Sciences DepartmentDepartment
- Site DescartesLocation
This course explores the intricate relationship between geography and law, examining how legal systems shape the production and experience of space. Emerging in the early 1990s, this field of study, known as 'geo-legal studies,' moved beyond merely describing the legal frameworks influencing socio-spatial phenomena. Instead, it analyzes the active role of law in constructing and defining our spatial realities. The course provides an introduction to this dynamic research area. Through a combination of general presentations, discussions of key academic articles and books, and case studies, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how legal norms influence societal geography.
Curriculum
The course consists of 7 sessions of 2 hours each, held on Thursday afternoons in January and February. All readings are mandatory for each class.
- Year 1
- Law and the Making of Space: Geography and LawGEOG4205
Frequently asked questions
- What is the focus of the Law and the Making of Space course?
- This course explores the relationship between geography and law, analyzing how legal systems actively construct and define spatial realities through a field known as 'geo-legal studies'.
- What is the curriculum structure for this course?
- The course consists of 7 sessions, each 2 hours long, held on Thursday afternoons during January and February. All readings are mandatory for each class.
- Are there any prerequisites for this course?
- No prior legal knowledge is required to take this course. A good proficiency in academic English is desirable.
- How can international students apply for Master's programs at ENS de Lyon?
- International students can apply for research-oriented Master's programs or a Master's combined with an Excellence Scholarship. Applications for the 2024/2025 academic year through 'admission on file' opened on May 2, 2024.
- What are the credits for this course?
- This course is worth 5.00 ECTS credits.
Entry requirements
Academic EnglishGood proficiency desirable
No prior legal knowledge is required.
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How to apply
1. Master's Degree ApplicationStudents interested in research-oriented Master's degrees at ENS de Lyon should follow the specific application procedure for these programs. Applications for the 2024/2025 academic year via the 'Mon Master' platform for Social Sciences Masters were open in February 2024. 'Admission on file' applications for 2024/2025 opened on May 2, 2024.
2. Excellence Scholarship ApplicationInternational students can apply for a Master's program at ENS de Lyon with an Excellence Scholarship. Information on this combined application process is available.
Frequently asked questions
What is the focus of the Law and the Making of Space course?
+
This course explores the relationship between geography and law, analyzing how legal systems actively construct and define spatial realities through a field known as 'geo-legal studies'.
What is the curriculum structure for this course?
+
The course consists of 7 sessions, each 2 hours long, held on Thursday afternoons during January and February. All readings are mandatory for each class.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
+
No prior legal knowledge is required to take this course. A good proficiency in academic English is desirable.
How can international students apply for Master's programs at ENS de Lyon?
+
International students can apply for research-oriented Master's programs or a Master's combined with an Excellence Scholarship. Applications for the 2024/2025 academic year through 'admission on file' opened on May 2, 2024.
What are the credits for this course?
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This course is worth 5.00 ECTS credits.