Module Details
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Title Go Higher Stage 3: Law
Code GOHI010
Coordinator Mr DN Nyatanga
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Darryn.Nyatanga@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 3 FHEQ Second Semester 10

Aims

To introduce certain key principles of the constitutions.
To provide an understanding of the institutions and characteristics of the UK constitution.
To build knowledge of the sources of UK constitutional rules.
To analyse constitutional reform and codification in the UK.
To explore contemporary challenges to the UK constitution including Devolution and Brexit.
To build skills in building and communicating a logical, evidence-based argument orally and in writing.
To encourage students to acquire the habits of an independent, self-directed learner.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the law, practice and theory of the UK constitution.

(LO2) Students will be able to reflect upon and critique the development of UK constitutional law principles.

(LO3) Students will demonstrate an understanding of the concept of human rights and their protection in the UK.

(LO4) Students will demonstrate confidence in communicating critical argument, both orally and in writing.

(LO5) Students will demonstrate the habits of an active, independent learner.

Syllabus
 

Introduction: Foundational Questions.
What is Constitutional Law?
Characteristics of the UK Constitution.
The Separation of Powers.
Sources of the UK Constitution: The Common Law.
Sources of the UK Constitution: Legislation.
The Concept of Devolution.
Devolution Case Studies.
Brexit and the Constitution.
Protection of Human Rights in the UK.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Interactive Lecture.
Seminar.
Group Work.
Guided Tasks (in class and on line forums).

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 8

 6

       2

 16
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 84
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Legal case review (1500). There is a resit opportunity. Standard penalties apply for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.  0    50       
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard penalties apply for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.  0    50       

Recommended Texts
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