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LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Online

Tutorial

Workshop

Module Offerings

6508LAWBIC-JAN-PAR

Aims

1. Understand the various sources of employment law 2. Develop an understanding of fundamental legal principles governing the employment relationship. 3. Appreciate and critically assess contemporary issues surrounding employment law. 4. Evaluate how political, social and economic issues influence employment law.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Synthesise key cases, statutory provisions and European Union laws affecting employment rights and their use.
2.
Evaluate the fundamental legal principles and concepts in relation to employment law.
3.
Evaluate the current trends and developments in the field of employment law.
4.
Apply critical and analytical skills associated with legal analysis to identified scenario and situations.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:• Introduction to the employment relationship • The Employment Contract (Express and implied terms) • The requirement for a dismissal to have occurred • Dismissal under statute and common law • Redundancy • Equality/Discrimination (including sexual harassment, victimisation and equal pay)
Additional Information:This module explores the rights and obligations that arise from employment relationships. It also examines the influence of social, political and economic issues in employment law.

Assessments

Essay