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 | JURISPRUDENCE | ||
Code | LAW332 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr K Sowery Law Katy.Sowery@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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This module aims to give students an understanding of the basic problems of jurisprudence. At the same time the module will introduce students to the work of some of the most important authors in legal theory. Particular emphasis will be given to the detailed study of some of the most influential modern legal theorists, H.L.A. Hart, Lon Fuller, and Ronald Dworkin. Students will also be introduced to some of the crucial contemporary concerns of legal philosophy, and in particular, the relationship between the rule of law, rights and democracy. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To demonstrate a critical knowledge and understanding of the central concerns of jurisprudence; |
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(LO2) To reflect upon and analyse critically the main arguments in the discourse about the concept of law and its relationship to morality; |
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(LO3) To demonstrate a critical understanding of models and theories as to the internal structure of law; |
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(LO4) To demonstrate a critical understanding of the work, in particular, of H.L.A. Hart, Lon Fuller and Ronald Dworkin; |
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(LO5) To demonstrate an ability to evaluate competing conceptions of the role of law in a democratic state. |
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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 - Creative thinking |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills) |
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(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – argumentation |
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(S7) Research skills - All Information skills |
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(S8) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral |
Syllabus |
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1. . Introduction to Legal Theory – Intuitions about Law |
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 |
9 |
6 |
15 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 116 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 131 |
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) |
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Notes |
Coursework (100%) (3000 words). | 0 | 100 |
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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Professor PG McAuliffe | Law | P.G.Mcauliffe@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Additional Programme Information |