Minor Law and Technology
From Facebook to ChatGPT, technology continues to challenge law and society in multiple ways. Technologies such as surveillance systems, artificial intelligence and big data continue to raise significant questions for fundamental rights and freedoms. But they are also revolutionizing the legal industry. The minor Law and Technology will give students a comprehensive overview of the intersection between law and technology. The minor is suited for students wishing to specialize in the area of technology law and those intending to gain a better understanding about legaltech. Students will learn about the various technological developments such as computational law, online dispute resolution, generative AI and machine learning that are changing the way the law is practiced and operationalized. Students will also understand the legal, ethical and policy considerations that influence technologies by discussing real life case studies from health and labour laws. They will gain hands-on practical insights through the AI and Legaltech Lab.