Universität Wien

030251 KU Introduction to Japanese Law (2026W)

2.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 3 - Rechtswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle
Fr 16.10. 09:00-11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1

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Details

max. 40 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 09.10. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 23.10. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 06.11. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 13.11. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 04.12. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to selected areas of Japanese law, with a particular focus on civil law. In addition, fundamental issues in constitutional law, corporate and commercial law, and labor law will be outlined. The course will conclude with a discussion of questions of transnational relevance.
The course will be conducted in English. Information regarding the course procedures can be found on Moodle.

Assessment and permitted materials

two written exams

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Assessment is based on a points system. A maximum of 100 points can be obtained. Each of the two tests is worth 50 points. To pass the course, more than 50 points in total must be achieved. Further details are available on Moodle.
In the case of a negative grade, a resit exam will be offered (covering the entire course content).

Examination topics

• Fundamentals of Japanese Law in general (especially history, sources, legal professions, law in everyday life) (2–3 units)
• Basics of Constitutional Law (1–2 units)
• Civil Law (3–4 units)
• Basics of Corporate and Commercial Law (1–2 units)
• Basics of Labor Law (1–2 units)
• International Aspects (1–2 units)

Reading list

- Oda, Japanese Law 4th edition (2021)
- Lecture slides

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Fr 09.10.2026 07:05