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 | SECURITY, CONFLICT AND THE LAW | ||
Code | LAW320 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr M Farrell Law Michelle.Farrell@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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To introduce students to relevant legal and policy frameworks - domestic and international - through which to understand contemporary security challenges, particularly in the context of the United Kingdom. To challenge students to realise the interconnection between distinct bodies of law, such as, international human rights law, constitutional and administrative law, criminal law and immigration law in the context of counter-terrorism and national security. To prepare students to understand critically such concepts as terrorism, counter-terrorism, national security and state of emergency. To enable students to explore the wider context of conflict and security challenges, historically, socially and conceptually. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to identify relevant domestic and international legal and policy frameworks and explain how these frameworks operate in periods of crisis, for example, in the context of national security and counter-terrorism. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to problematize and discuss in a critical light various terms associated with national security and counter-terrorism, for example, the definition and concept of terrorism. |
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(LO3) Students will be able to demonstrate a detailed understanding of the history and genesis of emergency powers and be capable of discussing how such powers have been used in the United Kingdom and how they relate to contemporary counter-terrorism. |
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(LO4) Students should be able to understand, analyse and evaluate national and international strategies for dealing with conflict and security challenges, such as the challenge posed by terrorism. |
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(LO5) Students should be capable of reflecting on the future and the value of human rights in facing challenges to security. |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills) |
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(S2) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification |
Syllabus |
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This syllabus is subject to small changes - see the module handbook Introduction: Syllabus, Key Themes of the Module, Learning Resources Part I: The definition of terrorism in the UK Impact of counter-terrorism on human rights and civil liberties: Detention and due process; freedom of expression; impact of surveillence on the right to privacy (case studies subject to change) Judicial Review including the impact of the Human Rights Act and European Law on domestic law and practices Part II: Martial Law, Emergency Powers and the Colonies The Conflict in Northern Ireland What is an Emergency? States of Emergency Provisions in International Human Rights Conventions Part III: The globalisation of conflict, terrorism and counter-terrorism What is Security? What is Terrorism? This syllabus is subject to small changes - see the module handbook |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Patterns Module Delivery |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
22 |
12 |
34 | ||||
Timetable (if known) |
120 mins X 1 totaling 24
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90 mins X 1 totaling 4.5
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Private Study | 116 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
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Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
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Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Blog post - 800 words | 10 | |||||
For the coursework essay, you are expected to answer one question from a list of three questions which will be provided by the module co-ordinator. | 2,500 words | 90 |
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 CA Casey | Law | Conor.Casey@liverpool.ac.uk |
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