Law School Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ACCESS TO JUSTICE AND WELFARE RIGHTS ADVICE PLACEMENTS SEMESTER 2 | ||
Code | LAW369 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr J Organ Law James.Organ@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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Students will develop legal advice-giving skills through undertaking tasks within a practical context. Students will apply academic or theoretical knowledge within a practical context. Students will develop an understanding of issues relating to access to justice issues and their impact. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On completion of module, students will have the skills to interview clients, research and analyse the relevant law and present this in legal writing. |
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(LO2) Demonstrate a critical understanding of the services offered by the organisation and the broader sector in the context of access to justice. |
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(LO3) Demonstrate a critical understanding of the concepts of and current issues related to access to justice. |
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(LO4) To identify the connection between academic or theoretical knowledge and its practical application. |
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(S1) Problem Solving Skills |
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(S2) Communication Skills |
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(S3) Ethical Awareness |
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(S4) Teamwork |
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(S5) Adaptability |
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(S6) Organisational Skills |
Syllabus |
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Indicative Syllabus |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Pattern Module Delivery |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 |
14 |
28 |
54 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 96 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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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 |
• 45% Practical Skills Assessment (including anonymised case note and mock benefits form.) | 0 | 45 | ||||
• 10% Attendance and Participation at the Form-filling Drop-In Sessions | 0 | 10 | ||||
• 45% Critical Reflection on Access to Justice (2,000 words maximum) | 0 | 45 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Other Staff Teaching on this Module |
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Dr JA Sigafoos | Law | Jennifer.Sigafoos@liverpool.ac.uk |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
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Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Additional Programme Information |