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Sylvie Sarolea,
Jean-Yves Carlier,
and
Christine Flamand
Who can migrate? What are the conditions to move from one country to the other? How are the numbers of migrations evolving over the recent years? Migration is both an ancient and a contemporary question, as it always existed and will never stop.
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Who can migrate? What are the conditions to move from one country to the other? How are the numbers of migrations evolving over the recent years? Migration is both an ancient and a contemporary question, as it always existed and will never stop.
Read more
Who can migrate? What are the conditions to move from one country to the other? How are the numbers of migrations evolving over the recent years? Migration is both an ancient and a contemporary question, as it always existed and will never stop.
The course aims at analyzing the evolution of migration law and its main concepts, with numerous examples. In principle, each State is sovereign to give access to its territory, to grant a right of residence, to confer nationality or to remove migrants. However, this sovereignty is limited by, on the one hand, the respect of human rights and on the other, the integration of States in free movement schemes , such as the European Union.
The analysis is completed by a concrete approach of the procedures and a theoretical questioning on the future.
Whether you are a decision-maker, a judge, a lawyer, a human rights defender, a worker in a NGO or an IGO, you have to answer the complex questions related to migration. It requires precise theoretical and practical knowledge of national, regional and international law. This course will give you insights in the notions that govern States when dealing with migration.
What you'll learn
At the end of this MOOC, you will be able, through a strong legal analysis informed by an interdisciplinary perspective, to:
- identify the actors (authors and subjects)
- identify the sources (normative, jurisprudential and doctrinal)
- use the appropriate legal terms, define who is a migrant and understand the tension between national, fundamental rights and regional integrations
- use the tools as a decision-making authority or when advocating for migrants
- analyze case law decisions of international, regional and national courts
- criticize or justify the reasoning of State authorities (administrative or judicial) in order to develop arguments in a decision or appeal
- question and imagine future challenges in the field of migration
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What's inside
Learning objectives
- Identify the actors (authors and subjects)
- Identify the sources (normative, jurisprudential and doctrinal)
- Use the appropriate legal terms, define who is a migrant and understand the tension between national, fundamental rights and regional integrations
- Use the tools as a decision-making authority or when advocating for migrants
- Analyze case law decisions of international, regional and national courts
- Criticize or justify the reasoning of state authorities (administrative or judicial) in order to develop arguments in a decision or appeal
- Question and imagine future challenges in the field of migration
- Identify the actors (authors and subjects)
- Identify the sources (normative, jurisprudential and doctrinal)
- Use the appropriate legal terms, define who is a migrant and understand the tension between national, fundamental rights and regional integrations
- Use the tools as a decision-making authority or when advocating for migrants
- Analyze case law decisions of international, regional and national courts
- Criticize or justify the reasoning of state authorities (administrative or judicial) in order to develop arguments in a decision or appeal
- Question and imagine future challenges in the field of migration
Syllabus
The course is organized in 5 modules:
Module 1: Sources and objects
Module 2: Sovereignty
Module 3: Rights
Module 4: Procedures
Module 5: Future
A textbook will be available
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possible dealbreakers
Develops theoretical and practical knowledge of national, regional and international law, which are core skills for decision-makers and those advocating for migrants
Introduces learners to the latest developments of migration law and how it has evolved over time
Taught by Sylvie Sarolea, Jean-Yves Carlier, and Christine Flamand, who are recognized in the field of migration law
Emphasizes the importance of human rights and the integration of States in free movement schemes, which is particularly relevant in current political climates
Provides a strong foundation for beginners who want to understand the complexities of migration law
Requires learners to analyze case law decisions of various courts, fostering critical thinking skills
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Activities
Be better prepared
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your course. Deepen your understanding
during
and
after
it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered
in Migration Law with these
activities:
Compile Knowledge Base
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Organize notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams to enhance understanding of course concepts.
Show steps
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Gather materials from course resources.
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Organize materials by topic or concept.
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Create summaries or outlines to condense information.
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Review and update compilation regularly.
Read 'Migration: A Global History' by Kevin Bales
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Gain a historical and global perspective on migration patterns and trends.
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Read the book and take notes on key arguments.
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Summarize the main findings and conclusions.
Compile a Glossary of Immigration Law Terms
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Enhance vocabulary and understanding of key legal concepts.
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Review course materials and identify key terms.
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Define terms in your own words.
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Join a Study Group for Immigration Law Discussion
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Engage in peer learning and exchange perspectives on course topics.
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Find or create a study group with peers.
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Discuss course materials, case studies, and legal principles.
Review Immigration Law Fundamentals
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Solidify a strong understanding of the legal basis upon which immigration law operates.
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Review course materials on sources and objects of immigration law, sovereignty, and rights.
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Review relevant case law and legal doctrines.
Explore Case Law Analysis
Show steps
Follow tutorials to refine the analysis and interpretation of case law decisions in the context of migration law.
Browse courses on
Case Law Analysis
Show steps
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Identify relevant case law databases or sources.
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Select tutorials on case law analysis techniques.
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Apply techniques to analyze case law on migration issues.
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Extract key legal principles and precedents.
Attend a Guest Lecture on Immigration Law Enforcement
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Gain insights from professionals and experts in the field.
Show steps
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Attend a guest lecture or webinar.
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Engage with the speaker and ask questions.
Analyze Immigration Case Studies
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Develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply legal principles to real-world scenarios.
Show steps
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Gather relevant facts and documents from case studies.
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Identify legal issues and applicable laws.
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Develop legal arguments and solutions.
Volunteer at a Legal Aid Clinic
Show steps
Apply legal knowledge and gain practical experience assisting immigrants with legal issues.
Show steps
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Contact a local legal aid clinic and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
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Assist with legal research, case preparation, and client representation.
Draft an Immigration Law Policy Brief
Show steps
Enhance analytical and writing skills while engaging with practical policy implications.
Show steps
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Research current immigration policies and regulations.
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Identify a specific policy issue and develop a research question.
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Conduct legal and policy analysis.
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Draft a policy brief outlining findings and recommendations.
Develop a Blog Post on Emerging Trends in Immigration Law
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Engage with contemporary issues and refine communication skills.
Show steps
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Research and identify current trends in immigration law.
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Write a blog post that analyzes the trends and their implications.
Compile Knowledge Base
Show steps
Organize notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams to enhance understanding of course concepts.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather materials from course resources.
- Organize materials by topic or concept.
- Create summaries or outlines to condense information.
- Review and update compilation regularly.
Read 'Migration: A Global History' by Kevin Bales
Show steps
Gain a historical and global perspective on migration patterns and trends.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Read the book and take notes on key arguments.
- Summarize the main findings and conclusions.
Compile a Glossary of Immigration Law Terms
Show steps
Enhance vocabulary and understanding of key legal concepts.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review course materials and identify key terms.
- Define terms in your own words.
Eight other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 11 activities
Join a Study Group for Immigration Law Discussion
Show steps
Engage in peer learning and exchange perspectives on course topics.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find or create a study group with peers.
- Discuss course materials, case studies, and legal principles.
Review Immigration Law Fundamentals
Show steps
Solidify a strong understanding of the legal basis upon which immigration law operates.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review course materials on sources and objects of immigration law, sovereignty, and rights.
- Review relevant case law and legal doctrines.
Explore Case Law Analysis
Show steps
Follow tutorials to refine the analysis and interpretation of case law decisions in the context of migration law.
Browse courses on
Case Law Analysis
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify relevant case law databases or sources.
- Select tutorials on case law analysis techniques.
- Apply techniques to analyze case law on migration issues.
- Extract key legal principles and precedents.
Attend a Guest Lecture on Immigration Law Enforcement
Show steps
Gain insights from professionals and experts in the field.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Attend a guest lecture or webinar.
- Engage with the speaker and ask questions.
Analyze Immigration Case Studies
Show steps
Develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply legal principles to real-world scenarios.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather relevant facts and documents from case studies.
- Identify legal issues and applicable laws.
- Develop legal arguments and solutions.
Volunteer at a Legal Aid Clinic
Show steps
Apply legal knowledge and gain practical experience assisting immigrants with legal issues.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Contact a local legal aid clinic and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
- Assist with legal research, case preparation, and client representation.
Draft an Immigration Law Policy Brief
Show steps
Enhance analytical and writing skills while engaging with practical policy implications.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research current immigration policies and regulations.
- Identify a specific policy issue and develop a research question.
- Conduct legal and policy analysis.
- Draft a policy brief outlining findings and recommendations.
Develop a Blog Post on Emerging Trends in Immigration Law
Show steps
Engage with contemporary issues and refine communication skills.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research and identify current trends in immigration law.
- Write a blog post that analyzes the trends and their implications.
Career center
Learners who complete Migration Law will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Immigration Judge
Immigration Judge
Immigration judges decide cases involving immigration law. They may also oversee the naturalization process. This course would be helpful for immigration judges who want to learn more about the legal principles that govern migration.
Professor
Professor
Professors teach and conduct research in a particular field. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for professors who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better teach their students.
Attorney
Attorney
Attorneys advise and represent clients in legal matters. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for attorneys who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better advise their clients.
Human Rights Officer
Human Rights Officer
Human rights officers promote and protect human rights. They may work for a government agency, a non-governmental organization, or an international organization. This course would be helpful for human rights officers who want to learn more about the legal and human rights issues surrounding migration.
Researcher
Researcher
Researchers conduct research in a particular field. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for researchers who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better conduct their research.
Paralegal
Paralegal
Paralegals assist attorneys with legal research and other tasks. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for paralegals who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better assist their attorneys.
Asylum Officer
Asylum Officer
Asylum officers decide whether to grant asylum to people who are fleeing persecution in their home country. This course would be helpful for asylum officers who want to learn more about the legal and humanitarian issues surrounding asylum.
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant
Legal assistants assist attorneys with legal research and other tasks. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for legal assistants who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better assist their attorneys.
Policy Analyst
Policy Analyst
Policy analysts research and analyze public policy issues. They may specialize in a particular area of policy, such as immigration policy. This course would be helpful for policy analysts who want to learn more about the legal and policy issues surrounding migration.
Writer
Writer
Writers write articles, books, and other works on a particular subject. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for writers who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better write about it.
Law Librarian
Law Librarian
Law librarians help people find and access legal information. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as migration law. This course would be helpful for law librarians who want to learn more about migration law so that they can better assist their patrons.
Refugee Resettlement Officer
Refugee Resettlement Officer
Refugee resettlement officers help refugees resettle in a new country. They may provide refugees with housing, food, and other essential services. This course would be helpful for refugee resettlement officers who want to learn more about the legal and social issues facing refugees.
Social Worker
Social Worker
Social workers help people navigate social service systems. They may specialize in working with a particular population, such as immigrants. This course would be helpful for social workers who want to learn more about the legal and social issues facing immigrants.
Border Patrol Agent
Border Patrol Agent
Border patrol agents enforce immigration laws and protect the borders of a country. This course would be helpful for border patrol agents who want to learn more about the legal and practical aspects of immigration enforcement.
Customs Inspector
Customs Inspector
Customs inspectors enforce customs laws and protect the borders of a country. This course would be helpful for customs inspectors who want to learn more about the legal and practical aspects of customs enforcement.
For more career information including salaries, visit:
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Reading list
We've selected eight books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Migration Law.
An exhaustive resource on international migration law. It covers many of the topics examined within the syllabus, and provides a detailed legal framework.
This handbook emphasizes practical legal issues in migration law. Practitioners in migration matters will find this book helpful.
This law treatise is considered by many to be the leading authority on immigration law.
Examines the intersection of migration and human rights.
This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the international legal framework governing migration, including the protection of migrants' rights and the regulation of migration flows.
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Provides a detailed analysis of the immigration laws of the United States.
This handbook useful resource for understanding the human rights of migrants.
This report provides data and analysis on the global trend of migration. It aids in understanding the economic impact of migration on the sending and receiving countries.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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Effort
6 to 8 hours per week for 16 weeks
Level
Introductory
Via
edX
Institution
Université catholique de Louvain
Instructors
Sylvie Sarolea
Jean-Yves Carlier
Christine Flamand
Session
February 6, 2024
- May 27, 2024
Language
English
Transcript
English
Good to know
Develops theoretical and practical knowledge of national, regional and international law, which are core skills for decision-makers and those advocating for migrants
Introduces learners to the latest developments of migration law and how it has evolved over time
Taught by Sylvie Sarolea, Jean-Yves Carlier, and Christine Flamand, who are recognized in the field of migration law
Emphasizes the importance of human rights and the integration of States in free movement schemes, which is particularly relevant in current political climates
Provides a strong foundation for beginners who want to understand the complexities of migration law
Requires learners to analyze case law decisions of various courts, fostering critical thinking skills
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