Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Justice Studies

Learning Methods

Lecture
Seminar

Module Offerings

4027LAWCJ-SEP-MTP

Aims

Introduce the basic concepts, values and processes that influence the English legal system Develop knowledge of sources of information about the English legal system Develop knowledge of how to present information about the English legal system

Learning Outcomes

1.
Possess knowledge of the processes driving the English legal system, including statutory interpretation and judicial precedent
2.
Possess knowledge of the key external factors which influence the English legal system's development
3.
Understand how to find and interpret different sources of information about how the English legal system works

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Sources of information about the English legal system How the English legal system works: who plays a part? How the English legal system works: how are decisions made? Influences on the English legal system: law, morality and ethics Influences on the English legal system: international law and human rights frameworks
Module Overview:
This module aims to introduce students to the basic structures and values which drive the English legal system in practice.
Additional Information:This module aims to introduce students to the basic structures and values which drive the English legal system in practice.

Assessments

Centralised Exam