Dr. Burkhard Schafer

Professor

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Biography

Burkhard Schafer is a Professor at Edinburgh Law School specializing in Computational Legal Theory. He explores the interaction between law, science, and computer technology, focusing on the doctrinal and comparative legal-theoretical perspectives. His research delves into the challenges that technological changes pose to the law and includes elements such as technology regulation, IP law, data protection, and e-commerce. As a co-founder and Director of the SCRIPT Centre, he advocates for a holistic approach to technology regulation that crosses various legal sub-disciplines. Schafer is also involved in several organizations that promote interdisciplinary exchange between computer science and law, including the German Association for Informatics and the BILETA. Additionally, he plays an active role in the AI4People expert group and chairs a working group dedicated to establishing ethical frameworks for legal technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Edinburgh Law School • Edinburgh, Scotland

Teaching and researching in the field of law with a focus on technology and its implications.

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
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Specialization Notes

Department of Marketing