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LAW-40094 - Module Specification
School of Law
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

For academic year: 2023/24 Last Updated: 13 February 2024

LAW-40094 - Termination of the employment relationship - Unfair and wrongful dismissal
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Level: Level 7
Credits: 30
Study Hours: 300
School Office: 01782 733218

Programme/Approved Electives for 2023/24

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2023/24

This practice based module will introduce students to the relevant legal frameworks which apply to the termination of employment by employers or employees. They will include analysis of the relevant statutory provisions as well as caselaw in this area which is varied and sometimes contradictory. The role of policies and procedure will be examined and analysed. We will identify and evaluate potential defences and the value and risk associated with a claim.

Available on a modular basis this module will appeal to HR professionals, recent graduates from different disciplines but also junior lawyers interested in developing expertise in this area of legal work.

Aims
This module will introduce students to the relevant legal frameworks which apply to the termination of employment by employers or employees. This will include analysis of the relevant statutory provisions as well as caselaw in this area which is varied and sometimes contradictory. The role of policies and procedure will be examined and analysed. This will provide a foundation for further modules and case studies.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Systematically and critically evaluate the key statutory and case law provisions (including eligibility) which apply to termination of a contract of employment by employer or employee.: 1
Critically evaluate how the procedural provisions impact on the practical implications of a claim of Unfair Dismissal and Wrongful Dismissal.: 1
Analyse and interrogate their own personal and professional development using relevant academic literature on reflection .: 2
Critically evaluate and apply the potential defences to a claim of Unfair Dismissal and/or Wrongful Dismissal.: 1
Evidence an understanding of the heads of claim and range of quantum in a successful claim of Unfair and or Wrongful Dismissal.: 1

Study hours

18 hours seminar contact
3 hours staff-student consultation: Q&A drop in sessions to discuss the assessment
109 hours independent preparation including pre-seminar reading and activities
170 hours independent research/writing
Total 300 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

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Last Updated: 13 February 2024