Introduction

The Legal Research Methods course is designed to develop learners' research skills in the context of legal studies, covering essential methodologies and theoretical frameworks. Through this course, students will learn how to conduct structured literature reviews, analyse legal data, and evaluate ethical considerations in research. The course includes hands-on practice in developing research proposals, setting research objectives, and planning projects. By the end of the course, learners will have the tools to conduct thorough, credible legal research, enabling them to contribute meaningful analysis and insights within the legal field, particularly in academic and policy-oriented settings.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand how to conduct legal research.
• Be able to develop legal research approaches.
• Be able to critically review literature relevant to a legal topic.
• Be able to design legal research methodologies.
• Be able to plan and prepare a legal research project.