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 | FAMILY LAW | ||
Code | LAW316 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor NJ Barker Law Nicola.Barker@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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Provide students with an introduction to key aspects of family law in England and Wales in the context of both public and private proceedings; |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Have acquired a detailed understanding of legal instruments and processes governing family law in England and Wales |
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(LO2) Be able to apply legal instruments to practical scenarios |
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(LO3) Be able to determine individuals' rights in family law matters, particularly the rights of vulnerable and socially/legally marginalised groups (ex. Children; same sex couples; ethnic minorities). |
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(LO4) Have gained a critical perspective of key legal and policy developments in family law and be able to suggest areas for development and reform; |
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(LO5) Be able to appreciate the relationship between social policy/state welfare provision and the development of family law. |
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(LO6) Understand the impact of human rights on the interpretation and application of family law |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S2) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis |
Syllabus |
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Introduction: What is Family and Family Law? Principles and Concepts |
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 |
4.5 |
1.5 |
28 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 116 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 144 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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90% open book exam - Answer any 2 questions out of a choice of 4 (2 essay; 2 Problem Question) (students will be expected to write a minimum of 1,500 words per question) | 0 | 90 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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10% of module grade for actively participating in preparation of 3 question plans (evidenced by work uploaded to Canvas) | 0 | 10 |
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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Mrs JJ Nessa | Law | Jasmin.Nessa@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr D Griffiths | Law | Danielle.Griffiths@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 |