Course details
The philosophy of this programme is to provide students with an appropriate base of relevant study in the area of law.
Aims and Objectives
The aims of the programme are:
- To develop the students intellectual capacity and their practical skills in analysing legal problems
- To provide students with a sound theoretical framework and a comprehensive perspective of the legal system
- To give the students an appreciation of how the different sources of law interrelate
- To give an appreciation of how the international legal system operates
- To prepare students for entry to professional courses
The objectives of the Higher Certificate in Legal Studies are that on graduation students will have:
- A clear understanding of the fundamental principles of the branches of law dealt with on the syllabus
- Be able to identify, analyse and find solutions to legal problems
- Be able to express opinions on legal issues with conciseness and clarity
- Be able to assist in the management and function of a legal practice
- Have a clear understanding of the fundamental rights and duties of the State and of Individuals
- Understand the sources and regulatory framework of EU law and its impact on domestic law
- An ability to express legal terms in a manner that is understood by all
Programme Content
Year 1
- Introduction to Legal Systems
- Introduction to Criminal Law
- Introduction to Law of Tort
- Introduction to Law of Contract
- Introduction to Computing (ICT) and Learning Skills
Year 2
- Law of Contract
- Law of Tort
- Introduction to Law of Real Property
- Criminal Law
- Introduction to Constitutional Law
- Introduction to Company Law
Teaching and Assessment
The Higher Certificate in Legal Studies is taught mainly through lectures and tutorials, with students taking responsibility for a significant amount of study outside scheduled class times. Assessment takes a variety of forms, including essays and Individuals and group assignments and of course formal examinations. The majority of subjects are assessed through a combination of coursework and examination.
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