Introduction to Law and Legal Theory (LLB)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LAWW1004 | Law | 1 | 30 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- LAWW1004
- School
- Law
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
The module provides an introduction to the basic techniques of legal study and reasoning. It familiarises law students with the main theoretical perspectives on law while connecting this knowledge to the practical operation and development of law, the English legal system and its impact on society. The module encourages the recognition and understanding of the fundamental foundational principles/doctrines of legal knowledge in context. It supports students to develop a critical approach to inquiry; by introducing opportunities to develop undergraduate study skills and subject based techniques for scholarship, and by providing signposts for professional skill development and employability.
Target Students
Only available to UG Year 1 students enrolled on U6ULAWLB (LLB Hons Law) and exchange students hosted by the School of Law.
Classes
This module is taught through a combination of lectures and seminars.
Assessment
- 40% Coursework 1: 4 pages, assessed in autumn semester.
- 60% Coursework 2: 8 pages, assessed in spring semester.
Assessed in both autumn & spring semest
Educational Aims
To provide the students with an understanding of law as a practical and conceptual framework. Recognition and understanding of the practical operations of law (including knowledge of the legislative process, principles of statutory interpretation and doctrine of judicial precedent), and its impact in society in connection with year one modules (Tort Law, Contract Law and Public Law). This should serve as a basis for developing a critical and theoretical framework with which to evaluate the substantive legal concepts that they encounter in the remainder of the degree course. To develop understanding of the principal features of the English legal system. To develop an appreciation of the social and other pressures that shape the development of the law. To develop the ability to reflect on fundamental social concepts such as justice, liberty and rights. To learn a number of research, analytic and writing skills which will be used throughout the degree.Learning Outcomes
Legal research
Legal reasoning
Written communication
Critical analysis
Oral communication
Group work