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Faculty of Social Sciences
LLB (Hons) Full and Part time
COURSE GUIDE 2015/6
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About this guide Welcome Course Management and Staff Involved with the Course Student Voice Student Feedback Student Charter Engagement The Wolverhampton Graduate About the Course Enhancement Contact Hours External Examiners Academic Regulations Exam Regulations Course information Academic Misconduct Anonymous Marking Support for Students Course Structure University Academic Calendar Timetables Where to Get Help with your Course Extensions, Extenuating Circumstances and Leave of Absence Health and Safety Issues Health and Wellbeing whilst using your computer Progression for Further Study Alumni
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About this guide This Course Guide has been designed to help you plan your course. You are encouraged to read this Guide through now. It will be a considerable advantage to you to be familiar from the outset with the various aspects of your studies that are described. It may be that the relevance of some of the sections will not be immediately obvious. Keep it somewhere accessible, so that you can refer to it as needed. Obviously even in a document like this we have not covered every query and problem that you might have about the course. The Course Guide should be read in conjunction with the Undergraduate Student Guide / Postgraduate Student Guide; the Student Charter; the University’s Policies and Regulations and the University Assessment Handbook documents should provide you with all the basic information that we think you will need for your period of study here. If you find that there is something you need to know, please contact your Academic Faculty Office or local Student Centre on the details included below.
Please enter the contact details for your Personal Tutor for your future reference:
----------------------------------------------------- The name of your Personal Tutor will be given to you at the beginning of your course and can be checked via e:Vision
Your local Academic Faculty Office is:
FoSS Student Support Office MC125 Tel 01902 321515
Your Student Centre (Here to Help) is:
Student Centre Wulfruna MI001 Ground floor, MI Building, City Campus Wulfruna Please use the e:Vision helpdesk for any queries relating to your course: Tel: 01902 321062 Fax:01902 321159 Student Enabling Centre contact details: Tel: 01902 321074 Email: [email protected]
Please note that in order to develop and improve the Course, it may be necessary on occasions to amend or revise the details given in this Course Guide. We are pleased to hear your views and welcome suggestions for ways of improving the operation of the Course.
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Welcome On behalf of the Course Management Team I should like to extend to you a very warm welcome and wish you every success in your studies at the University of Wolverhampton. The University experience and academic success is all about the effort you put into learning and making the most of the wide range of opportunities available to you. We welcome students who are eager to think for themselves, to take control of their own learning and who are ready to get involved in developing the skills required in a highly competitive job market. You will need to demonstrate good time management skills, independent learning, flexibility and discipline in order to achieve a study-work-life balance. We believe it is important that you are encouraged to make your own contribution to the effective operation and development of your chosen course. We are, therefore, keen to hear your views and would welcome any suggestions that you may have about ways of improving any aspect of your course and/or the student experience here at the University. Lynn Ellison, Course Leader Full Time and Part Time Weekday LLB: [email protected] Louise Miles, Course Leader Saturday Part Time [email protected]
Course Management and Staff Involved with the Course Course Leader Full and Part Time Weekday: Lynn Ellison, email: [email protected] Extension 3511. Course Leader Saturday Part Time: Louise Miles, [email protected] Extension 1590 Special needs tutor: Jennifer Hulme, email: [email protected] Extension 2211 Placement co-ordinator: Sat Sehmbey, email: [email protected] Extension 5803 (Monday to Wednesday), 2537 (Thursday), or 5634 (Friday) Academic counsellor: Rosemary Higgott, email: [email protected] Extension 1571 Student Advisor: Joyty Jassal-Sandhu, email: [email protected] Extension 1640 Staff teaching on the course may include: Helen Barker Email: [email protected] Extension: 1546 Modules taught: 4LW003 Contract Law; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort; 5LW011 Medical Law; 5LW016 Housing and Welfare Law Module leader: 4LW003 Contract Law; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort; 5LW011 Medical Law; 5LW016 Housing and Welfare Law Dr Kim Barker Email: [email protected] Extension: 1749 Modules Taught: 4LW003 Contract Law; 5LW010 Commercial Law; 5LW009 Intellectual Property Law; 6LW034 Internet Law; 6LW016 International Trade & Finance Law Module leader: 5LW009 Intellectual Property Law; 6LW034 Internet Law; 6LW016 International Trade & Finance Law Penny Brooker Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1646 Modules taught: 5LW002 Criminal law; 5LW004 Advanced Criminal Law Module leader: 5LW004 Advanced Criminal Law
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Chris Busst Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1727 Modules taught: 6LW005 Employment Law; 5LW016 Housing and Welfare Law Module leader: 6LW005 Employment Law Sukhwinder Singh Chhokar Email address [email protected] Extension: 1592 Modules taught: 4LW014 Professional Development and Skills; 4LW005 Law of Torts; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort Module leader: 4LW014 Professional Development and Skills John Cotter Email address [email protected] Extension: 1743 Modules taught: 4LW011 Constitutional Law; 4LW012 Administrative Law and Human Rights; 6LW004 Law of the European Union Module leader: 4LW012 Administrative Law and Human Rights Lynn Ellison Email address: [email protected] Extension: 3511 Modules taught: 4LW014 Professional Development and Skills; 4LW011 Constitutional Law; 4LW012 Administrative Law and Human Rights; 5LW002 Criminal Law; 5LW004 Advanced Criminal Law Module leader: 5LW002 Criminal Law Richard Glover Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1627 Modules taught: 6LW042 Law of Criminal Evidence; 6LW005 Employment Law; 5LW002 Criminal Law Module leader: 6LW042 Law of Criminal Evidence Michelle Hammond Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1751 Modules taught: 5LW002 Criminal Law; 6LW034 Internet Law Rosemary Higgott Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1571 Modules taught: 4LW014 Professional Development and Skills; 4LW005 Law of Torts; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort; 6LW001 Family and Child Law Module leader: 6LW001 Family and Child Law Rebecca Hill Email address: [email protected] Ext: 1578 Modules Taught: 4LW003 Contract Law; 4LW004 Advanced Contract Law; 5LW008 Alternative Dispute Resolution Law and Skills; 6LW016 International Trade and Finance Law. Jennifer Hulme Email address: [email protected] Ext: 2211 Modules taught: 4LW005 Law of Torts; 4LW001 Advanced Law of Torts; 5LW011 Medical Law
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Mumtaz Hussain Email: [email protected] Extension: 1559 Modules taught: 4LW005 Law of Torts; 5LW008 Alternative Dispute Resolution Law and Skills; 6LW001 Family and Child Law Module leader: 5LW008 Alternative Dispute Resolution Law and Skills Carol Jones Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1605 Modules taught: 5CJ006 Punishment and Society Dawn Jones Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1744 Modules taught: 5LW006 Land Law Louise Miles Email address: [email protected] Ext: 1590 Modules taught: 4LW014 Professional Development and Skills; 4LW011 Constitutional Law; 4LW012 Administrative Law and Human Rights; 6LW004 Law of the European Union Module leader: 4LW011 Constitutional Law; 6LW012 Equity & Trusts Saidunnabi Piyal Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1609 Modules taught: 5LW006 Land Law; 6LW012 Equity & Trusts; 5LW009 Intellectual Property Law; 5LW010 Commercial Law; 5LW021 Applied Legal Research Module leader: 5LW006 Land Law, 5LW010 Commercial Law Chris Turner Email: [email protected] Extension: 2784 Modules taught: 4LW005 Law of Torts; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort; 5LW002 Criminal Law; 6LW004 Law of the European Union Module leader: 4LW005 Law of Torts; 6LW004 Law of the European Union Chris Umfreville Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1740 Modules taught: 5LW006 Land Law, 6LW013 Company Law Module leader: 6LW013 Company Law Matilde Ventrella Email address: [email protected] Extension: 3342 Modules taught: 4LW003 Contract Law; 4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort; 6LW004 Law of the European Union; 4LW011 Constitutional Law
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Margaret Walsh Email address: [email protected] Extension: 1575 Modules taught: 5LW002 Criminal Law 6LW002 Research Methods and Dissertation; 6LW011 Business and Community Link Module leader: 6LW002 Research Methods and Dissertation; 6LW011 Business and Community Link; 5LW022 Supervised Work Experience Penny Welch Email address: [email protected] Extension: 2456 Modules taught: 6CJ011 Serious and Organised Crime Module leader: 6CJ011 Serious and Organised Crime
Student Voice The Student Voice is a partnership between the University and the Students’ Union, put in place to make sure students opinions/feedback are heard at every level of university governance, from course level to the University’s governing body. The main positions within the Student Voice are Course Reps, who are volunteer students on every course. They have meetings with lecturers on a regular basis, highlighting both positive and negative feedback to Heads of Department or lecturers within their course. Faculty Reps are elected during the Spring Elections and have meetings with Senior Management within their Faculty. They are an essential link between Course Reps, the Students’ Union and management within each Faculty. To find your Faculty Rep: Faculty Representatives If you ever wanted to get involved with the student voice, or need more information please contact the Engagement Team in the Students’ Union – Student Voice
For independent advice and guidance on all matters related to being a student eg. academic, finance, and housing issues, contact the Students’ Union’s Advice and Support Centre by telephone or e-mail Advice and Support. Responding to Student Feedback “You said/We did” As a result of student feedback we have made the following improvements/changes to this course:
1. Students commended the pilot scheme for feedback sessions trialled last year and as a
result of this endorsement, further sessions were rolled out this year across other modules. 2. Students have discussed the fact that the course relies heavily on assessment by way of
examinations. This has been taken into consideration and from this year more modules will be assessed by coursework assignments.
3. In some instances, students have found that recommended books have been too difficult to
understand. As a result a wider range of different books for different learning styles have been suggested.
4. Students have requested as much help as possible with revision. In response, this year we
have recorded revision lectures and these are now available on Wolf. Face to face revision sessions will still be held both at the end of semester and during the resit period, as students have stated that they find this useful when preparing for assessments.
Student Charter The University’s Student Charter has been developed primarily by the Students’ Union and informed by student views. The Charter is not a contract, nor is it intended to be legally binding; it is a set of shared expectations which establishes the values and standards we are seeking to promote across all of our learning community. The Charter seeks to apply to all students on all
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courses and reflect our normal expectations of your experience at University. On occasions different types of study and interactions will mean necessary variations from time to time. However, what is important to us is that, whatever you are studying, your experience is a great one.
Engagement The University recognises that you have made a significant investment in both time and money in choosing to study for a degree. The University is committed to helping you fulfil your potential. Your engagement with the study materials, and participation in the sessions, activities and assessment tasks are very important in ensuring that you are able to do so. Your engagement will help you to:
Understand the subject area you are studying;
Acquire and develop the skills and knowledge needed to ensure success;
Prepare for assessment tasks;
Learn from and with your fellow students;
Receive feedback from your tutors on your progress;
Fully participate in sessions, forums, seminars and other activities;
Develop your communication skills. If you are unable to participate in any of the activities or sessions please let your tutor know that you are unable to do so. He/she will then be able to give you advice on what was dealt with during the session or activity, and what you need to do to catch up. Please do remember how important engagement and participation is to your success. You may be required to sign an attendance register at lectures so that we may monitor engagement. You are encouraged to engage with the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and Student Management System, further details of how to access these can be found here. Contact time with teaching and associated staff is available to help shape and guide your studies. The term 'contact hours' refers to the amount of time that you spend learning in contact with
teaching or associated staff, when studying your chosen course. The number of contact hours on a
course is influenced by the subject, as well as how and where you are studying. Academic staff should make it clear how many hours contact time you should receive, and what these hours are at the beginning of the course/module.
The Wolverhampton Graduate
The experience of studying at University is about much more than just gaining knowledge and understanding of a subject(s), it is also about developing additional skills and capabilities that you can take with you into a wide range of different settings. Sometimes it can be difficult to explain to others what you have done and achieved. The following Graduate Attributes will help you think about the knowledge and skills you have gained and how these can be presented to prospective employers and/or other interested parties. This is not an exhaustive list and you will need to reflect on what you can personally demonstrate that is appropriate for different settings and contexts such as job interviews. You will also have formed your own opinion about what going to university means to you and how you think you have developed. While at university you will have the opportunity to:
1. acquire, generate, interrogate and apply knowledge from a wide range of sources,
2. develop research skills to enable analysis , synthesis, understanding and evaluation of
data and information.
3. demonstrate self-discipline and organizational skills by meeting deadlines, and taking
responsibility for your own development and learning
4. present ideas clearly in an informed and persuasive manner to a variety of audiences.
5. be innovative, creative and enterprising work collaboratively, whilst acknowledging,
respecting and engaging with the views of others in a constructive and empathetic
manner
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6. draw on professional advice and feedback to reflect on and improve your own learning
and professional practice;
7. prepare for the world of work through engagement with real life situations, briefs and
problems
8. engage with new ideas and ways of working as an active member of the communities
in which you study, live and work.
About the Course This Guide outlines the modules which are available, teaching and learning activities and assessment tasks. If there is anything you need to discuss further, please contact the course leader Lynn Ellison for full and part time weekday students and Louise Miles for part time Saturday LLB or the individual module leaders for any module enquiries.
The educational aims of the course are: The educational aims of the course are: The LLB degree provides a qualifying law degree enabling successful graduates to progress to further study on the Legal Practice Course (Solicitor) or the Bar Professional Training Course (Barrister) and is therefore designed in accordance with the professional body requirements and will include:-
subject specific knowledge of the areas of law known as the Foundations of Legal Knowledge comprising: Constitutional and Administrative Law and Human Rights Law; Law of the European Union; Criminal Law; Contract; Tort; Property Law and Equity & Trusts with an initial study of Legal Skills and English and European Legal Systems and training in legal research.
application (including problem solving)
research, analysis, evaluation, critical judgement and synthesis
an ability to work independently
effective communication, literacy (including proficiency in ICT skills) and other key skills.
The course aims to provide students with knowledge of the English Legal system, familiarity with its institutions and procedures and a basic understanding of how law fits together and operates in England and Wales and the European Union.
Students will demonstrate progression through their course of study and develop the ability to apply knowledge to legal problems and provide solutions to a wide number of legal issues.
In addition to the designated mandatory subjects for study there will be the opportunity to select options at Levels 5 and 6 as preparation for areas of future employment and/or specialism. The overall aim is that students will be able to act independently in planning and managing tasks. Core and option areas which they have studied and will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of ICT and engage with blended learning and technology supported learning. The course learning outcomes are: :
At the end of this course you, the student, will be able to:
1. Gain knowledge and understanding of the fundamental doctrines, sources and
principles which underpin the Law of England and Wales, including the Foundations of Legal Knowledge; how Law is made and developed, ethics and the concept of justice and the institutions within which the law is administered.
2. Apply knowledge to complex legal situations; recognising potential alternative conclusions and taking into account ambiguity and uncertainty in the law, providing supporting reasons and communicating these, both orally and in writing, appropriately.
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3. Demonstrate the intellectual and practical skills needed to research and analyse the law; including the effective use of resources to retrieve and evaluate information; and to apply the findings of such work to the solution of legal problems.
4. Be able to act independently in planning and managing tasks with limited guidance in areas which they have studied.
5. Demonstrate an awareness of the contexts within which law operates and be able to use this awareness to offer critical judgments of arguments or legal issues.
These will be achieved through the following learning activities: There will be a variety of learning activities across the course at each level which will support the student’s achievement of the course learning outcomes, including:
Lectures
Seminars
Interactive lectures
Tutorials
Small and large group work
Student presentations (individual and group)
Case studies
Research activities/exercises
Independent and guided study
Collaborative and individual on-line activities
Discussion forums
Videos and DVDs
Community-based learning through placement Student support materials are available on WOLF along with on-line activities, formative MCQ and ePebble-Pad to support student’s digital literacy along with any required elements of assignment writing by word-processing Group and individual tasks, student individual and team presentations and seminar work will support student’s enterprising ideas The international perspectives taken in many of the Modules and those specifically focussed on international aspects of the subject area will support student’s global citizenship. The course is accredited, endorsed or approved (depending on the professional body requirements) Solicitors Regulatory Authority http://www.sra.org.uk/home/home.page and Bar Standards Board https://www.barstandardsboard.org.uk/ guidance in respect of qualifying Law degrees The LLB (Hons) law specialist degree will be in accordance with the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Law, Framework for Higher Education Qualifications, Solicitor’s Regulatory Authority and The Bar Standards Board.
The professional body requirements will include:-
The knowledge and transferable skills which should be addressed in any course of study leading to the award of a degree recognised by the Law Society and General Council of the Bar as satisfying the initial or academic stage of training are as follows:
Knowledge
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Students should have acquired:
Knowledge and understanding of the fundamental doctrines and principles which underpin the law of England and Wales particularly in the Foundations of Legal Knowledge;
A basic knowledge of the sources of that law, and how it is made and developed; of the institutions within which that law is administered and the personnel who practice law;
The ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a wide range of legal concepts, values, principles and rules of English law and to explain the relationship between them in a number of particular areas;
The intellectual and practical skills needed to research and analyse the law from primary resources on specific matters; and to apply the findings of such work to the solution of legal problems; and
The ability to communicate these, both orally and in writing, appropriately to the needs of a variety of audiences.
General Transferable Skills
Students should be able:
To apply knowledge to complex situations;
To recognise potential alternative conclusions for particular situations, and provide supporting reasons for them;
To select key relevant issues for research and to formulate them with clarity;
To use standard paper and electronic resources to produce up-to-date information;
To make a personal and reasoned judgement based on an informed understanding of standard arguments in the area of law in question;
To use the English language and legal terminology with care and accuracy;
To conduct efficient searches of websites to locate relevant information; to exchange documents by email and manage information exchanges by email;
To produce word-processed text and to present it in an appropriate form.
Contact Hours At University, the term ‘contact hours’ is used very broadly to refer to the amount of time that you spend learning in contact with teaching or associated staff, when studying for a particular course. This time provides you with support in developing your subject knowledge and skills, and provides opportunities to develop and reflect on your own, independent learning. Contact time on this course will be based on your interaction with staff in some or all of the following situations: lectures, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations, practical classes and workshops, project supervisions, fieldwork, external visits, one-to-one sessions and discussions, interaction by email and other electronic or virtual media and situations where feedback is given on assessed work. During your study this interaction takes place with academic (teaching and research) staff, teaching assistants, technical and specialist support staff, employers and others.
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Alongside contact time, private and independent study is therefore very significant. This is the time that you spend learning without direct supervision from, or contact with, a member of staff. Your independent study time will include background reading, preparation for seminars or tutorials, follow-up work, wider practice, the completion of assignments, revision and others.
External Examiners Mohamed Ramjohn, Ealing Law School, University of West London Frances Seabridge, Staffordshire University External Examiners play a key role in helping the University to ensure that our standards are comparable with other institutions in the sector and are consistent over the years and that our assessment processes and regulations treat all students fairly and equitably. It is not part of their remit to communicate with individual students (it is to be noted that students are given access to External Examiner reports in their entirety via the Modules and Programmes page on e-vision in line with the HEFCE Publication 06/45 and some students may have the opportunity to meet with externals if they visit placement areas or attend for planned meetings or assessment). Students are therefore reminded that they must not make direct contact with External Examiners in respect of their assessed work or performance. Any student issues should be relayed either directly to the Module or Course Leader.
Academic Regulations This course follows the University’s academic regulations. A full version of these regulations can be found on the University web page for Policies and Regulations. These regulations govern your course and will be binding on you. It is, therefore, important that you read and become familiar with them. If you have any questions regarding the regulations you should raise your query by logging an e:Vision Helpdesk call.
Exam Regulations The University also have regulations that specifically cover examinations. Exam Regulations
The maximum period over which an award may be studied is detailed in the regulations appropriate to your course. Typically these are:
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Full Time Students Normal Maximum
Honours Degree 3 years 5 years
Degree 3 years 5 years
Part Time Students Normal Maximum
Honours Degree 5 years 8 years
Degree 4 years 8 years
The above maximum registration periods do not include time away from study approved under the Leave of Absence procedure. Please be aware that to be eligible to continue on your course you must pass at least one module in your first year of study. Please however note the time limits that apply to the completion of a qualifying law degree, as noted in the joint statement from the SRA and BSB. Please see the relevant provisions in the Academic Stage handbook: http://www.sra.org.uk/documents/students/academic-stage/academic-stage-handbook.pdf
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Course Information A Qualifying Law Degree A Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is a law degree giving exemption from the academic stage of legal professional training, and is also referred to in this guide as the ‘LLB (Hons) degree’. The programme of study for this degree includes core modules which are also referred to by the legal professional bodies as ‘foundation subjects’. The subjects are prescribed and consist of the following: Obligations (including contract, restitution and tort) Criminal law Equity and the law of trusts Law of European Union Land law Public law (including constitutional law, administrative law and human rights law) The legal professional bodies have strict requirements regarding the progression of students through law degree courses. These requirements are be more stringent than those imposed by the University and it is important that you are aware of these if you wish your degree to be recognised by the professional body as a qualifying law degree. If you are intending to qualify as a solicitor or barrister, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of the current requirements of the legal professional bodies as regards a qualifying law degree and on qualifying as a solicitor or barrister in the UK. In particular you need to be aware of the “three attempts rule” which operates in respect of the foundation law subjects as detailed above and also the time limits for completion of your degree, which is usually six years. It is essential that you familiarise yourself with the rules of the professional body as outlined in the academic stage handbook, available by following this link below: http://www.sra.org.uk/documents/students/academic-stage/academic-stage-handbook.pdf The LLB (Honours) Law specialist degree satisfies the requirements for the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Law, Framework for Higher Education Qualifications, SENDA (2001) and RRAA (2000)The professional body requirements will include: subject specific knowledge of the areas of law known as the Foundations of Legal Knowledge application (including problem solving) research, analysis, evaluation, critical judgement and synthesis an ability to work independently effective communication, literacy (including proficiency in ICT skills), research and other key skills. Blended Learning This will be achieved through the following learning activities: Each of the Modules whether Core or Option, contributing to the course utilises blended learning where appropriate to enable students to develop as independent learners. Modules where appropriate provide formative assessment on-line. All lecture-produced course materials and documents pertaining to the course and Modules will be available on WOLF for students to access electronically both through the provision within the Learning Centre and also remotely. Students will have opportunities at each level of study to engage in interactive learning during face-to-face sessions, either through seminars, workshops or interactive lectures. Where appropriate, students will be able to submit assessments on line. In certain modules, students may have opportunities to collaborate on line with others in their learning cohort. Students will receive electronic feedback for some on line tasks where possible for formative assessments.
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Assessment methods A variety of assessment methods are utilised including seen and unseen examinations, multiple choice tests , written assignments and presentations. Additionally seminars will focus on formative assessment in preparation for the summative assessments required on each of the Modules. WOLF will be utilised for formative assessment. Support for learning All students will have a personal tutor to support their progress throughout their course. The student support advisors based in MC125 provide additional support for students. There is a designated undergraduate student support advisor available to advise on student courses and other academic issues. Students are further supported by dedicated administrative support staff who are aligned to courses and or subject areas. The development of both academic and legal skills and is at the heart of this course with the inclusion of Personal Development and Skills module at level four through which the key legal and study skills will be introduced and will also be embedded through seminars at all levels. The level four modules will be a vehicle for the development of the skills which students will need to complete the course successfully. More advanced legal skills are covered at Level 5 through the modules ADR and Applied Legal research. Where appropriate on line activities will support all learning One-to-one consultation appointments are available, study-group classes and workshops as well as re-sit preparation sessions when re-sits are taking place. Students will receive feedback formally and also informally throughout the modules and the course through written feedback and where appropriate electronically for both formative and summative assessments. The focus of the feedback will be constructive and also advice-based to indicate best changes to make in style of study and delivery to progress and enhance the students learning. Students undertaking a Research Project which is optional at level 6 will be supported by an allocated academic tutor. Distinctive Features of the Course The legal skills studied at Level 4 throughout the year provides sound preparation for the further study of both core and option modules throughout the Degree course. Students continue to further enhance specific legal skills in modules at levels 5 and 6 underpinned by input on ethics and also research. Options are available to contribute to the design the of the degree. Materials provided to the students for the core modules will have a corporate style with in-built study sections. Pastoral support for students is an area of pride for the School; there is a supportive culture with a large team of academic and student support staff to provide excellent pastoral care together with a welcoming academic environment, lecture rooms and facilities. Our teaching is research-led ensuring that student’s learning is focussed on the latest debates in policy and practice in the varied subject areas.
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Personal Tutor When you join the University you will be given a Personal Tutor. This information can be found in your e-vision homepage. Your personal tutor is someone who can offer you guidance and advice, this could be about your course, and any other aspects that affect your study. In order for personal tutoring to be a beneficial and meaningful relationship for you, you need to communicate with your personal tutor.
Academic Misconduct We take pride in the academic integrity of our staff and students but when academic misconduct is suspected the University will take action. The University considers seriously all acts of academic misconduct, which by definition are dishonest and in direct opposition to the values of a learning community. If not challenged, academic misconduct will ultimately devalue our academic standards and undermines the honest efforts on the part of our staff and students.
Academic misconduct includes plagiarism, collusion and cheating and may be deliberate or unintentional. Whatever form it takes, it will be thoroughly investigated and penalties will be applied if proven.
Support for Students The University and the Students’ Union believe that many incidents of academic misconduct can be avoided by increasing students’ knowledge and skill.
A variety of support mechanisms are in place to help students succeed and avoid academic misconduct:
Visit the Learning Centre or our study skills support website at www.wlv.ac.uk/skills
Download the Students' Union guide to Avoiding Academic Misconduct ("Write Right") - available from the Student’s Union website:
Book a Skype appointment with study skills adviser or joint the online chat service ASSIST - through the Learning Centre “Skills for Learning” website.
Contact your personal tutor or module leader.
Remember – there is help available if you need it.
Defining Academic Misconduct Cheating Cheating is defined as any attempt to gain unfair advantage in an assessment by dishonest means, and includes, for example, all breaches of examination room rules, impersonating another student, falsifying data, and obtaining an examination paper in advance of its authorised release. Cheating attracts the University’s most severe penalties.
Other common examples of cheating would include –
Being in possession of “revision notes” during an examination
The purchase or commission of assignments from others
Theft of other students’ work
Prohibited communication during an examination
Plagiarism Plagiarism is the act of taking someone else’s work and passing it off as your own. This includes incorporating either unattributed direct quotation(s) or substantial paraphrasing from the work of another/others. It is important to cite all sources whose work has been drawn on and reference them fully in accordance with the referencing standard used in each academic Faculty.
The most common forms of plagiarism are –
Cut or copied and pasted materials from websites
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Copying the work of another student (past or present) including essays available through “essay bank” websites – or other data.
Copying material from a text book or journal
When you’re using other people’s work or ideas it is important to engage with their work critically. You can quote, paraphrase, summarise or critically review – but you must always provide appropriate references.
Collusion Collusion is when two or more people combine to produce a piece of work for assessment that is passed off as the work of one student alone. The work may be so alike in content, wording and structure that the similarity goes beyond what might have been coincidence. For example – where one student has copied the work of another, or where a joint effort has taken place in producing what should have been an individual effort.
Collusion should not be confused with the normal situation in which students learn from one another, sharing ideas and group work to complete assignments (where this is specifically authorised). Plagiarism Detection In concert with the skills and experiences of academic staff the University will utilise electronic tools such as Turnitin to detect plagiarism. Turnitin is the software currently subscribed to by the University. At Undergraduate level the University will require that all final year projects and dissertations are submitted to Turnitin for analysis. At postgraduate level the University will require that all dissertations (or similar) are submitted to Turnitin for analysis. Students are required, where appropriate, to make a declaration as the authenticity and originality of any submitted piece of work. This declaration also authorises the University to request and require students to provide an electronic version of any submitted assessment for checking work via Turnitin where plagiarism is suspected. Penalties Where an offence is admitted, or a panel decides that cheating, plagiarism or collusion has occurred, a penalty will be imposed. There is a cumulative range of penalties which will be applied to any continuous period of registration for study with the University. The severity of the penalty will vary according to the nature of the offence and the number of previous offences. Penalties range from failure of the assignment under investigation to exclusion from the University.
Full details about the University's policy on Academic Misconduct, regulations and procedures, investigation of academic misconduct or to make an appeal or a complaint are available on the conductandappeals website.
Anonymous Marking Anonymous marking is the process undertaken to avoid the possibility of bias through the assessment and marking process. To this end, wherever possible, the identity of students should not be apparent to markers and work should only be identified by student number. Where the method of assessment does not allow anonymous marking, (e.g. dissertations, presentations, oral examinations, practical examinations), alternative methods of marking to mitigate the possible effect of bias will be explained to you. When submitting assessments in hard copy, you are asked to use your personalised bar-coded coversheet and ensure that you record only your student number in the header or footer of your piece of work.
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Course Structure for Undergraduate courses Students will study: Full-time: normally modules worth 120 credits each academic year Part-time: normally modules worth no more than 80 credits each academic year.
Level 4 (1)
Semester 1 Semester 2
C 4LW011 Constitutional Law
20
C 4LW012 Administrative Law
and Human Rights
20
C 4LW014 Professional
Development and Skills
20
C 4LW005 Law of Torts 20
C 4LW003 Contract Law
20
C 4LW015 Obligations in
Contract and Tort
20
Level 5 (2)
Semester 1 Semester 2
C
5LW002 Criminal Law
20
C
C
5LW006
5LW021
Land Law
Applied Legal Research
20
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2 option modules to be taken in semester 1 1 option module to be taken in semester 2
O 5LW008 Alternative Dispute
Resolution Law and Skills
20
O 5LW016 Housing and
Welfare Law
20
O 5LW010 Commercial Law
20
O 5LW004 Advanced Criminal
Law*
20
O 5LW011 Medical Law
20
O 5LW009 Intellectual
Property Law
20
O 5CJ006 Punishment and
Society 20
O
5PH001 Law, Morality and Society
20
O
5HU002 Popular Texts
20
O
5GK005 Volunteering in Action: Making a Difference in your Community
20
O 5HU001 The Enlightenment
20
O 5GK015 Contemporary
Britain
20
O 5WL002 Elementary
Language 20
O
5WL002 Elementary Language
20
O 5WL001 Basic Language 20 O 5WL001 Basic Language 20
O 5LW022 Supervised Work Experience (Sandwich Year Option)
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*February (Semester 2) start students will not be entitled to choose 5LW004
Please note – In the case where option modules are not viable in terms of student numbers, FoSS reserves the right to withdraw the module and offer an alternative to the affected student(s)
Please note that students wishing to pursue the Bar Professional Training Course in order to qualify as a barrister should select 5LW004 Advanced Criminal Law.
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Level 6 (3)
Semester 1 Semester 2
C
6LW004 Law of the European Union
20
C
6LW012 Equity and Trusts (includes requirement for independent study)
20
2 Option modules to be taken in semester 1 2 Option modules to be taken in semester 2
O 6LW016 International Trade
and Finance Law
20
O 6LW034 Internet Law 20
O 6LW005 Employment Law
20
O 6LW042 Law of Criminal
Evidence
20
O 6LW001 Family and Child
Law
20
O 6LW013 Company Law 20
O 6CJ011 Serious and
Organised Crime
20
O 6LW002
Research Methods and Project
20
O
6CJ004 Counter-Terrorism: Law, Policy and Practice
20
O
6LW011 Business and Community Link in Law
20
O 6LW002
Research Methods and Project
20 O
6WL001 Intermediate/ Advanced Language
20
O
6LW011 Business and Community Link in Law
20
O 6WL001 Intermediate/
Advanced Language
20
At each of levels 4, 5 and 6, you must select 120 credits. The credit value of each module is 20 credits. You MUST select every core module (marked with a ‘C’) and then you may choose from the optional modules. ONLY ONE GK or HU CODED MODULE OR LANGUAGE MODULE MAY BE STUDIED PER SEMESTER. In each semester you need to study a total of 60 credits if you are studying full time. Please note that the specification above provides all of the modules which may contribute to the degree course. In respect of the LLB part time Saturday course the course team will run sufficient modules to enable you to complete the LLB but there will be greatly reduced choice and in some years of study there will be no choice of modules because of the small number of students registered onto the LLB part time Saturday Course. Part time Saturday LLB students please refer to the informational WOLF topic LLB Part Time Saturday Study which you must subscribe to.
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Module Descriptions
4LW014 Professional Development and Skills School
School of Law
Module Leader Sukhwinder Chhokar ([email protected] )
Credits 20
Module description The module will introduce students to the core elements of English Legal Systems, which underpin the law degree, and develop key personal and professional skills to prepare students for the remainder of the degree and their future careers. Amongst the skills will be legal research and legal writing. This module is part of the LLB which is regulated by the Bar Standards Board and the Solicitors Regulation Authority. The module complies with the Joint Statement issued by the Law Society and the General Council of the Bar on the completion of the academic stage of training by obtaining an undergraduate degree. Assessment Portfolio 100%
4LW011 Constitutional Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Louise Miles ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description While the United Kingdom is one of the few countries in the world not to have a codified written constitution, it has both written and unwritten rules and practices that define the functions of the legislature, executive and judiciary, and define the relationships between these organs of government. This module is a study of these rules and practices. The educational aim is to develop an understanding of the nature and sources of the United Kingdom constitution and of such fundamental constitutional concepts as the rule of law, the separation of powers, the sovereignty of Parliament, the implications of membership of the European Union, the Royal Prerogative, etc. The module will also explore the functions of the Houses of Parliament, the Prime Minister and central government, and the judiciary. Assessment Examination 100%
4LW003 Contract Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Helen Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module aims to develop a knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of contract law by considering the requirements for a legally binding agreement, with particular emphasis on the formation of a contract and the contents of a contract, including exclusion of liability. Assessment Coursework 1: 50%, Coursework 2: 50%
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4LW005 Law of Torts School
School of Law
Module Leader Chris Turner ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The law of torts covers many forms of action in which individuals use civil proceedings to seek compensation for harm done to them by others or to prevent such harm from occurring. Tort claims are based on duties which are imposed by general law and which are owed to particular individuals rather than to society at large. The law of tort is fragmented, in that it seeks to protect a wide range of interests, for example: personal injury; reputation; property; economic interests. Assessment Coursework 100%
4LW012 Administrative Law and Human Rights School
School of Law
Module Leader John Cotter ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The uncodified, and partly unwritten, constitution of the United Kingdom is characterised by a respect for the rule of law, a separation of powers (albeit not a pure version), and a respect for the human rights and civil liberties of the individual. AV Dicey, writing of the manner in which the rule of law is respected in the United Kingdom constitution, stated that "no man is above the law"... from the Prime Minister down to a constable or a collector of taxes." This module is a study of how the constitution of the United Kingdom ensures that executive power acts lawfully and respects the human rights and civil liberties of the individual. The module will entail, firstly, a study of administrative law: that is, the rules that govern the exercise of power by the executive, and judicial control of same. Secondly, the module will involve a study of the law on human rights and civil liberties in the United Kingdom, with a particular focus on how the individual is protected against breaches of these rights and liberties by executive power. Assessment Coursework 100%
4LW015 Obligations in Contract and Tort School
School of Law
Module Leader Helen Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description This module covers obligations in both contract law and law of torts.
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The first part of the module will look at the obligations created under a legally binding contract, such as the type, status and classification of terms. It will also look at the ways in which a contract can be discharged, such as by agreement, performance, frustration and breach. It will also look at the remedies available for breach of contract, both common law and equitable. The second part of the module will look at the general principles underlying liability in the law of torts and the extent to which the principles and rules are excessive or deficient in compensating/protecting claimants from harm or interference. A variety of tort liability will be considered in this part of the module, including occupiers’ liability, trespass to the person and vicarious liability. Assessment Examination 100%
5LW008 Alternative Dispute Resolution Law and Skills School
School of Law
Module Leader Mumtaz Hussain ([email protected])
Credits 20
Module description The module aims to provide awareness of the different types of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), as an alternative to civil litigation through the English Legal System, for civil dispute resolution; ii. provide an introduction to negotiation, arbitration and mediation as a means of alternative dispute resolution; iii. provide guidance on negotiation skills theory and practice to enable students to develop and/or enhance their verbal communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Assessment Presentation 50%, Coursework 50%
5PH001 Law, Morality and Society School
School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts
Module Leader Meena Dhanda ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description This module mainly aims to understand the challenges to the morality of individuals arising out of conflicts and differences with other individuals, the requirements of allegiance to the State, and the practical necessity of living in a plural society. These challenges bring into focus our conceptions of rights and duties. Laws regulate a large part of our public conduct within a variety of social institutions, thus this module will focus on the relation between morality and law. Assessment Coursework 25%, Examination 75%
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5GK005 Volunteering in Action School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Patricia Green ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description This module provides opportunities for community-based learning through voluntary community engagement. This activity enables students to understand the relevance of their studies within a community context, combining practical experience with academic studies. In addition, it is an opportunity to develop a critical understanding of the Third Sector, and the notion of citizenship. Both subject specific and transferable skills will be developed and utilised throughout this module, thus developing graduate employment attributes. Assessment Coursework 20% Portfolio 80%
5LW006 Land Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Dr Said Piyal ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module will involve the student in a comprehensive examination of the law relating to the ownership and transfer of estates and interests in land. The student will explore the foundations of the concepts of Land law; the relationship between the common law and equitable principles and the scope, nature and effect of estates and interests in land. The student will then move on to participate in a detailed examination of the system of land registration (both unregistered and registered title). In addition, the module will also include an analysis of third-party interests (freehold covenants and easements) and an overview of the relationship between landlord and tenant. Assessment Examination 100%
5LW002 Criminal Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Lynn Ellison ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description This module aims to provide students with a sound understanding of the principles that underpin liability for serious criminal offences. 5LW002 Criminal Law is a compulsory module for those wishing to pursue the professional courses for qualification as a solicitor or a barrister. By the end of the module you should have a good understanding of a range of criminal offences. By analysing a number of offences in detail you should learn the method of identifying the appropriate offence to charge, the elements required for proof of guilt and the legal reasoning common to all crimes. Assessment Examination 100%
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5LW010 Commercial Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Dr Said Piyal ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module aims to give you a contextual understanding of law regulating domestic trade with identification of the distinction between business to business and business to consumer contracts. A case study approach is taken to identify key legal concepts and principles relating to sale of goods, payment on credit and the role of agents in forming contracts. Assessment Coursework 1: 50%, Coursework 2: 50%
5LW011 Medical Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Helen Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description In recent years, medical law has emerged as a subject in its own right and is now a discrete area concerned not only with the relationship between doctors and patients, but also with the organisation and provision of health care. By focusing on the ethical and legal principles that underpin the provision and practice of health care and medical treatment, this module examines how the law is not only a means of protecting the rights of individual patients, but also a means of controlling the medical profession in the interests of the community as a whole.
Assessment Examination 100%
5LW004 Advanced Criminal Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Penny Brooker ([email protected])
Credits 20
Module description This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the principles which underpin liability for serious criminal offences. At the end of the module you will have an in depth understanding of a range of offences against property. Theft and fraud will be covered in depth. In addition offences such as burglary, blackmail and robbery will be looked at. The module will also look where relevant at the impact of technology on crime in particular fraud. The concept of dishonesty will be examined in depth. Related offences may also be covered. The module will focus on a range of property law offences and give students a sound grounding in the common offences involving dishonesty. The module will also cover how the law has developed in this area to keep abreast of technology.
Assessment Coursework 100%
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5LW009 Intellectual Property Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Dr Kim Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description Intellectual property protects 'ideas' with legal rights such as copyright, trademark and patents. The module will focus on these three principles and will examine the key concepts, doctrines and theoretical foundations of intellectual property law in national & international contexts.
Assessment Examination 100%
5CJ006 Punishment and Society School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Neil Olley ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description In many societies, punishment is inflicted on an offender for a crime of which s/he has been convicted, after evidence at trial or a plea of guilty by the accused. However, this was not always so - the kinds of behaviour we punish, the process we use to punish people, the kinds of punishment handed down, and the purposes of punishment have changed enormously over time. Moreover, other societies have their own histories, traditions and cultures of punishment. Punishment thus tells us much about the society in which it occurs. How can we explain these differences and changes over time? This module will analyse punishment in its historical, political, cultural, legal and economic contexts. Opportunities will be provided for students to discover accounts of punishment for themselves by using web sources, archives, written accounts and other audio-visual data (e.g. photographs, film, art etc.). When feasible, local as well as comparative materials will be used. The connection between punishment and society will be analysed in interdisciplinary terms by reference to the major research and theories in the field. This is a rich area of study which will appeal to students in a number of disciplines. It will enhance students' understanding of the subject whilst at the same time developing their research, writing, presentational and organisational skills.
Assessment Coursework 100%
5LW016 Housing and Welfare Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Helen Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description The Beveridge Report aimed to rid society of five "Giant Evils": squalor, ignorance, want, idleness and disease, yet poverty still blights the lives of millions in this country. Why, despite the welfare state, are people still poor or are homeless or living in unacceptable housing? This module will
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involve an examination of the differing theories of poverty and the ideologies and models of welfare and welfare provision. The module will also examine the welfare state and housing provision in the UK in its historical, legal, political and social context.
Assessment Coursework 50%; In-Class Test 50%
5HU001 The Enlightenment School
School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts
Module Leader Cecile Hatier ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description This interdisciplinary module aims to introduce students to the Enlightenment as a historical period which revolutionised the way we approach science, politics, economics, society, religion, but also the way we look at ourselves as individuals and members of communities, through literature and other means. Students will develop a critical understanding of some key ideas, inherited from the Enlightenment, that remain crucial in understanding contemporary social issues and debates (such as individualism, autonomy, rationality and toleration), but also the limits of these ideas, with an analysis of the various criticisms that they face (conservatism, romanticism, postmodernism, etc.). As such the module will attempt to show the Enlightenment to be not simply a phase in Western history, but a continuing important presence in modern conceptions of the self and society.
Assessment Coursework 50%; Portfolio 50%
5HU002 Popular Texts School
School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts
Module Leader Mark Jones ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description This module will examine popular texts in various media. Issues addressed will include the formation and history of particular genres and sub-genres; the relationships between written fiction and other forms of representation; the impact of social, commercial, political and moral issues on popular texts; the significance of the audience; the role(s) of popular culture within social formations, with particular reference to practices of collaboration, recuperation, and resistance. Throughout the module, the notion of the ‘popular’ – and what it excludes – will be placed under particular interrogation. Assessment Essay 50%; Groupwork 50%
5GK015 Contemporary Britain School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Mike Cunningham ([email protected])
Credits 20 Module description
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The module considers the main economic, social, political and cultural changes in British society since 1945. It examines attempts made by historians, political scientists and sociologists to explain these changes and evaluate their consequences.
Assessment Coursework: 50% Coursework: 50%
5LW021 Applied Legal Research School
School of Law
Module Leader Kate Moss ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description Through the study of this module, students will develop key independent study skills as well as areas of their legal knowledge, building upon the Foundations of Legal Knowledge subjects studied previously in the programme. Students will use practical legal research skills to further their knowledge base within the context of guided learning activities. Students will be supported in this process through a series of lectures focussing on legal research techniques and workshops in which these skills will be applied. The module will enhance students' skills in legal research, applied legal writing, reasoning skills, presentational skills, and organisational skills. Assessment Coursework 1: 25%, Coursework 2: 75%
5LW022 Supervised Work Experience School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Margaret Walsh ([email protected]) Credits 40 Module description This module offers an opportunity for students to apply and develop the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills gained on their course, through work experience or study experience in an alternative cultural context. The module involves a year-long placement in a suitable work or educational environment, supported by a workplace mentor or institutional representative, and an academic tutor from the Faculty.
Assessment Presentation 20%, Portfolio 80%
5WL002 Elementary Language School
International Academy
Module Leader Jose Martinez ([email protected])
Credits 20 Module description
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This module aims to take students with no prior knowledge of the target language to A1 standard in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
For more details contact José Martinez, module leader for Wolverhampton Language Programme.
Assessment In-class tests
6LW002 Research Methods and Dissertation School
School of Law
Module Leader Margaret Walsh ([email protected])
Credits 20 Module description The module aims to provide students with the opportunity to study a topic in the area of law, Criminology or Criminal Justice in greater detail than is possible on a taught module. By undertaking this module the students will not only increase their knowledge of the principles and topical issues concerning the particular area selected but also the opportunity to develop skills in legal and/or sociological research and academic writing and presentation. Students will employ appropriate research theories and methodologies to facilitate the deeper understanding of a topic required to underpin the completion of an extended piece of writing.
Assessment Proposal 10% 1500 words, Project 90% 7500 words (Total completed Dissertation 7,500)
6LW011 Business and Community Link in Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Margaret Walsh ([email protected])
Credits 20
Module description This module enables students who work part time, volunteer or undertake a work placement to use their experiences to gain credits towards their degree. Students are required to identify, negotiate and research an issue which is relevant to both their academic study and the external organisation. This will provide students with a practical community-based learning experience and the opportunity to acquire a general understanding of organisational features and selected specific legal issues facing the host organisation. Develop the ability to write up research, or other experiential project findings, in a report format which is acceptable and useful to an outside organisation.
Assessment Proposal 10% Project 90%
6LW012 Equity and Trusts
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School School of Law Module Leader Louise Miles ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles underpinning equity and trusts. There will be particular focus on the nature and creation of express private trusts, formality requirements, secret trusts and the administration of trusts, including the powers and duties of trustees. Lectures and seminars will be based around thorough analysis of the relevant case law.
Assessment Examination 1: 25% Examination 2: 75%
6LW001 Family and Child Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Rosemary Higgott ([email protected])
Credits 20 Module description The concept of the family becomes more difficult to define. For a lawyer definitions are important because mutual rights and obligation arise within certain relationships and not others. The module will examine the rights and duties that arise on marriage both towards spouses and children born within marriage. Mutual responsibilities now extend beyond the traditional married relationship to include same sex civil partnerships and whilst cohabitees might not have legal responsibilities to each other they do in relation to their children. The module will consider the legal response to forced marriage, the law on divorce and the application of legislation which provides a framework for the courts to settle property and maintenance disputes on divorce. In relation to children the module will deal briefly with the legal concept of parentage, consider the extent of parental rights and consider the principles developed through the courts to resolve disputes over where children should live following divorce and what the contact rights should be for the other parent. The module will also consider the law’s response to domestic violence, a recognised serious problem which affects a very significant number of families. The injunctive remedies available to victims and the legal basis for a successful application for a remedy will be examined. Where relevant the position of cohabitees in respect of each of the above areas studied will be integrated into the teaching.
Assessment Presentation 20%, Coursework 80% (both must be passed in order to pass the module)
6LW016 International Trade and Finance Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Dr Kim Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module examines the international regime for the regulation of international trade. It provides an introduction to the law and practices of international trade law by focusing on the main legal obligations arising under the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and on the mechanisms for giving effect to these obligations. An examination of the expansion of international regulation of economic
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activity under the WTO will focus on the effectiveness of international trade law to achieve various policy objectives. In addition, the module will also examine the development of the international legal framework for regulating trade and investment.
Assessment Examination 100%
6LW005 Employment Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Chris Busst ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module will provide an overview of general employment law matters in the context of the employer employee relationship from recruitment to dismissal. It will introduce the key themes which need to be aware of in order to comply with their obligations and act within the law. It will explore current issues from time to time for example dealing with underperformance, absenteeism and related contractual matters within the legal framework. Major topics for example dismissal and discrimination and rights within the workplace will also be covered.
Assessment Coursework 100%
6CJ004 Counter-Terrorism: Law, Policy and Practice School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Chris Norton ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description This module examines terrorism and counter terrorism. It sets the current issue of jihadist terrorism in context by examining earlier events such as Northern Ireland (1968-1998) in which republican and loyalist terrorist groups used violence to either break Northern Ireland away from the rest of the UK or keep it there. The module will consider inter alia the legal framework established by the UK government to combat terrorism, the policy of counter terrorism in practice here and abroad, the effectiveness of strategies pursued as well as the civil liberties issues raised by counter terrorism.
Assessment Coursework 50%, Examination 50%
6LW034 Internet Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Dr Kim Barker ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description
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The Internet surrounds us and provides the basis for most of our digital lives, with over half of the population spending a significant portion of their time online. The internet therefore shapes our interactions, but what happens when things go wrong online? Increasingly disputes relating to technology and the internet are reaching the courts – Twitter injunctions, trolling, cybercrime, cyberwarfare, Facebook harassment, digital property, and privacy are but a few of the current challenges. This module will consider whether or not the current legal landscape deals adequately with such issues, and will explore the potential for the law to regulate the internet. This module is assessed by examination, but will also allow students a number of opportunities for formative feedback. Assessment Examination 100%
6CJ011 Serious and Organised Crime School
School of Social, Historical and Political Studies
Module Leader Penny Welch ([email protected]) Credits 20 Module description This module examines concepts and theories of serious and organised crime and evaluates its development, impact and initiatives taken to tackle it. Case study material will include drug smuggling, human trafficking and maritime piracy.
Assessment In-class test 40% Coursework 60%
6LW013 Company Law School
School of Law
Module Leader Chris Umfreville ([email protected])
Credits 20
Module description This module aims to convey the fundamental principles of company law in respect of the creation and constitution of the limited liability company. As such, the module seeks to convey the study of the conceptual formation and significance of the registered company in the context of the relevant companies legislation.
Assessment Coursework 100%
6LW042 Law of Criminal Evidence School
School of Law
Module Leader Richard Glover ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description
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This module aims to develop a critical knowledge and understanding of the law of criminal evidence and, in particular, how it operates in practice.
Assessment Coursework 100%
6LW004 Law of the European Union School
School of Law
Module Leader Chris Turner ([email protected]) Credits 20
Module description The module provides the opportunity to examine the relationship between the European Union and national legal orders. This will be done through the exploration of the principles of direct effect, supremacy of EU Law and the ability to claim damages for breaches of EU law through the doctrine of state liability. In addition emphasis will be placed on substantive aspects of the European Union, its Internal Market and the social dimension of European integration. This will be achieved through scrutiny of the effectiveness of existing freedoms, rights and obligations under EU law and how they apply to individuals, business and governments both within and outside of the European Union. In this context emphasis will be placed on the free movement of goods, the free movement of workers, addressing the legal framework underpinning economic migration between Member States; protection of undistorted competition; and equal treatment of men and women in employment. Assessment Examination 100%
6WL001 Intermediate/Advanced Language School
International Academy
Module Leader Jose Martinez ([email protected])
Credits 20 Module description This module aims to facilitate students in rising one stage in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, that is to say, if the student’s starting level is B1, they should achieve level B2 by the end of the module; if the starting level is B2, they should achieve C1, etc.
The module aims to improve the full range of communicative competencies (writing, speaking, listening and reading); revise and build on knowledge of main grammatical concepts; extend the range of passive and active vocabulary for a wider range of contexts; increase appreciation of different registers and style.
For more details contact José Martinez, module leader for Wolverhampton Language Programme.
Assessment Students will be assessed in four distinct parts: Listening (25 %), speaking (25 %), reading and writing (50 %). The marks from the different parts will be averaged to form the overall grade for the module. In order to pass the module you must gain a minimum of 40
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3) For more general information about timetabling and teaching rooms use the Central Timetabling Unit webpages at www.wlv.ac.uk/ctu.
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APPROVED DATE 26.2.15 APPROVED BY UQEC
REVIEW DATE 2015/16
