UF Law will now be offering our annual South Africa program this coming summer from June 10 - July 10, 2009. This ABA-accredited six credit study abroad opportunity will consist of three two-credit courses: Law and Politics in South Africa (Prof. Nunn), Comparative Constitutional Law (Prof. Rush), and Introduction to South African Law (Prof. Paleker and other South African professors).

Students studying in this program benefit from a dual focus on comparative and international law. We examine United States and South African legal systems on a comparative basis with American and South African professors. Students view South Africa's Civil Law system, compare its constitution to ours and supplement study of South African cultural heritage with visits to Robben Island and other sites significant in the anti-apartheid struggle.

Another highlight of this program is the involvement of South African students. And this year, the World Cup is taking place in South Africa.

All UF Law students pay the same program fee: $2,800 for 6 credits. An estimate for the remaining costs, including airfare, housing, course materials, meals, and personal expenses is $6,000-$8,000. (Detailed costs will be discussed at the informational meeting. Financial aid will also be addressed.)

The application deadline is Oct. 30. The application procedure will be discussed at the informational meeting on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 1-2 p.m. in HOL 355B; it is not first come, first served. You must attend this meeting to learn details about the courses, housing, excursions, costs, application procedure.