Law and Global Justice Summer Camp at University College London

Course Description: Law and Global Justice Summer Camp at University College London

The Law & Global Justice Summer Programme is an academically rigorous, university-led experience designed for students interested in law, ethics, human rights, and international justice. Delivered on UCL’s historic Bloomsbury Campus, the programme introduces students to core areas of legal study through case-based learning, debates, mock trials, and applied legal analysis, all taught by experienced university lecturers and legal professionals.

Students live and study in a true university environment while gaining insight into how law operates across societies, institutions, and global systems.

📍 Campus & Location

Teaching takes place in UCL academic buildings at the Bloomsbury Campus, located in the heart of central London. Student accommodation is provided at Garden Halls, a modern UCL residence approximately 10 minutes’ walk from classrooms.

This Zone 1 London location places students within walking distance of legal institutions, museums, courts, and historic landmarks—ideal for a law-focused academic experience. Class Size: 12 students per class

🍽️ Meals (Fully Included)

All meals are fully included for both residential and day students:

• Breakfast & Dinner: Served daily at Garden Halls

• Lunch: Provided at the UCL refectory

• Excursion Days: Packed lunches provided

All dietary requirements are fully supported, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, and food allergies.

🗓️ A Day in the Life (Weekdays)

Morning (09:00–12:00) Students attend faculty-specific academic classes delivered by university lecturers. Sessions include lectures, seminars, case study analysis, legal debates, and structured discussions.

Lunch Students dine together at the UCL refectory, encouraging peer discussion and community building.

Afternoon Afternoons focus on experiential and enrichment learning, which may include:

• Visits to legal institutions

• University visits and academic enrichment

• Industry and professional law-related visits

• Museums and policy-focused institutions

Evening Evenings are dedicated to:

• Guest lectures from legal professionals

• Career and university preparation masterclasses

• Capstone project development

• Supervised social and cultural activities

Typical Day: 08:30 – 21:30

🗓️ Weekends & Full-Day Excursions (Included)

Weekend excursions are fully included and form a key part of the programme:

• Oxford University day trip Guided college tour with academic insight into engineering and science pathways, alongside a Q&A with a current student

• Cambridge University day trip Guided college tour and exploration of academic traditions

• London Experience and afternoon tea a full-day tour of central London, including a Thames cruise

• Silverstone Formula 1 tour: Full-day excursion to Silverstone Circuit, including access to the Simulation Suite featuring the latest 2027 F1 cars and tracks

All excursions are fully supervised, with organised transport and on-site pastoral staff.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Staff

All teaching is delivered by university lecturers and legal professionals from leading UK universities, ensuring academic credibility and exposure to real-world legal practice.

Sample Lecturers Include:

• Dr. Marcus de Matos - Birkbeck, University of London

📚 Faculty of Law & Global Justice

Programme Overview

This programme provides a comprehensive introduction to law, global justice, and ethical decision-making, exploring how legal systems operate at national and international levels. Students engage with topics such as criminal justice, human rights, environmental law, and emerging legal challenges, developing strong analytical, advocacy, and critical-thinking skills.

Learning is delivered through interactive lectures, debates, mock trials, and real-world case studies, offering a strong foundation for university-level law and related disciplines.

🧠 Detailed Sample Curriculum

Core Module 1: Introduction to Law & Legal Systems

This module introduces students to legal systems around the world, including common law, civil law, and international legal frameworks. Students examine how courts function, the roles of judges and lawyers, and how laws are created, interpreted, and enforced. Case studies help illustrate the rule of law and access to justice.

Core Module 2: Human Rights & International Law

Students explore the global human rights framework, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, humanitarian law, and international treaties. Through debates and case analysis, students examine contemporary human rights challenges and the mechanisms used to protect and enforce rights internationally.

Core Module 3: Criminal Law & Justice

This module introduces criminal law concepts such as crime, liability, punishment, and due process. Students analyse the roles of prosecution, defence, and judiciary while discussing ethical and moral questions surrounding criminal justice systems.

Core Module 4: Environmental Law & Global Policy

Students examine how law addresses environmental challenges such as climate change, pollution, and conservation. Topics include international environmental treaties, national legislation, and the impact of legal decisions on sustainability and global policy.

Advanced Topics & Applied Learning

Additional topics explored throughout the programme include:

• Ethics and philosophy of law

• International arbitration and dispute resolution

• Tort law and civil liability

• Law and artificial intelligence

• Capstone project: Designing legal solutions to global challenges

🏛️ Sample Industry & Legal Visits

Mock Court Case – Royal Courts of Justice Students participate in a mock court case within one of the UK’s most iconic legal institutions, assuming roles such as barristers, solicitors, and witnesses while learning courtroom procedure.

UK Supreme Court Students visit one of London’s historic Inns of Court and meet with a practicing barrister to learn about advocacy, career pathways, and life in the legal profession.

🏠 Accommodation – Garden Halls (UCL)

Residential students stay in single ensuite rooms at Garden Halls.

Key Features:

• 24-hour security and staffed reception

• Secure access barriers

• On-site laundry facilities

• Wi-Fi and social spaces

• Cinema room, music and games rooms, landscaped gardens

Accommodation includes full board with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily.

🛡️ Safety & Supervision

• 24/7 accommodation security and medical resources

• Supervised movement to all activities and excursions

• Curfews, room checks, and clear conduct policies

• Dedicated on-site pastoral and academic staff

Student welfare and safeguarding are central throughout the programme.

💷 2027 Dates & Prices

Three 2-week intakes run in summer 2027: 1–15 July, 15–29 July and 29 July–12 August.

Residential 2-week programme – £6,650

• Accommodation: Full-board accommodation in single en-suite rooms at UCL’s Bloomsbury campus.

• Included: Insurance and weekend excursions.

• Airport transfers: £300 return (£150 each way), not included.

Non-residential 2-week programme – £4,550

• Hours: Students are on programme from 8am to 9pm.

• Included: Three meals a day and weekend excursions to Oxford or Cambridge.

Early booking offer: Families who book and pay a 25% deposit by 31 October 2026 are charged 2026 prices (£5,985 residential, £4,095 non-residential).

✈️ Airport Transfer Assistance

Optional airport transfers are available to all London airports at an additional cost of £300 return (£150 each way).

📜 Certification & Academic Outcomes

Students receive:

• Certificate of Completion

• Academic Report Card

• Letter of Recommendation from a university lecturer

• 12-month access to an academic resource database

🌍 Visa Guidance (International Students)

International students attend under a UK Visitor Visa, where required. Visa guidance is provided upon enrolment.

🎒 Day Students

Day students receive all programme components except accommodation:

• All meals included

• Full weekday and weekend programme

• Academic teaching, activities, and excursions included

🧳 What to Bring

• Laptop (essential)

• Weather-appropriate clothing (UK climate can be variable)

• Smart or formal attire for presentations and graduation

📱 Mobile Phone Policy

Students are encouraged to use mobile phones constructively for research, project-based learning, and academic activities. Usage is supervised and guided.

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What Parents & Students Say

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Kerem

Aug 11, 2025

5.0

It was more than satisfactory. The program and the lectures were very rich. Everything was great (although there were only a few participants; perhaps it would be better if there were more).

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KE

Kerem

Aug 11, 2025

5.0

It was more than satisfactory. The program and the lectures were very rich. Everything was great (although there were only a few participants; perhaps it would be better if there were more).