SYNOPSIS OF MODULE
The module is designed to provide students with a sound knowledge base for Public law, which is a ‘core’ Law Society module. At the end of the module the students should have a working knowledge of the constitution and the issues surrounding it. In addition they should have a working knowledge of police powers, the law relating to public order and judicial review
INDICATIVE READING LIST OR OTHER LEARNING RESOURCES
Bradley, A and Ewing, K : Constitutional and Administrative Law (14th ed.) (Pearson).
Each topic is accompanied by a handout detailing topic-specific reading from a wide range of sources.
OUTLINE SYLLABUS
1. Sources and nature of the British Constitution
2. The European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 1998
3. The Legislative Supremacy of Parliament
4. Scrutiny of the Executive
5. Police Powers
6. The Law Relating to Public Order
7. Judicial Review of Administrative Action
AIMS OF MODULE
In addition to providing a sound knowledge base, the module aims to develop skills of research, problem-solving , essay-writing and critical analysis which are essential for lawyers and useful transferable skills.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the module students should:
• A working knowledge of the UK constitution
• A working knowledge of the law relating to police powers and public order
• A working knowledge of judicial review
• An improved ability to research legal questions
• An improved ability to critically analyse legal questions
• An improved ability to solve legal problems.
PREREQUISITES
Not Applicable
COREQUISITE(S)
DISTANCE LEARNING DELIVERY
Students are provided with a set of materials which includes 18 electronic lectures (powerpoint slides and accompanying commentary). These materials are available electronically via the ELP. Additionally, interactive answers are also provided on the ELP together with advice on examination technique.
LEARNING AND TEACHING STRATEGY
Face-to face teaching is by the traditional methods of lectures and seminars. Seminars are often based on past exam questions.
IMPLICATIONS FOR CHOICE
LEARNING AND TEACHING STRATEGY
Face-to face teaching is by the traditional methods of lectures and seminars. Seminars are often based on past exam questions.
Course info
Credits 15
Level of Study Undergraduate
Mode of Study 1 year full-time
Department Northumbria Law School
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2023 or September 2024
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Full time Courses starting in 2023 are primarily delivered via on-campus face to face learning but may include elements of online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.
Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with additional restrictions imposed by the government or the University in the interest of maintaining the health and safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors, potentially to a full online offer, should further restrictions be deemed necessary in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.
Full time Courses starting in 2023 are primarily delivered via on-campus face to face learning but may include elements of online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.
Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with additional restrictions imposed by the government or the University in the interest of maintaining the health and safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and visitors, potentially to a full online offer, should further restrictions be deemed necessary in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.
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