Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Aims
To introduce students to the role of criminal law in modern societyTo locate criminal law within its social and political contextTo develop students' skills in analysing problems and critically evaluating the criminal lawTo develop students' skills in reviewing theoretical issues surrounding the criminal law
Intended Learning Outcomes
Access, review and critically appraise basic concepts in criminal law through the use of cases, statutes and theoretical sources: 1critique criminal law problem and/or theoretical questions by appropriate use of relevant legal sources: 1demonstrate a critical appreciation of criminal law doctrinal issues in their theoretical, social and political context: 1
Lectures - 24 (12 x 2) hoursTutorials - 6 (6 x 1) hoursPreparation for lectures and tutorials 60Further reading and assessment preparation 60
Description of Module Assessment
1: Assignment weighted 100%Assignment (3,000 words)Assignment in two parts: Part A one problem question (no choice available); Part B one theory question (from a choice of three). The two parts are equally weighted.