Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Online

Module Offerings

7513LAWINF-JAN-PAR

Aims

This module considers the forms of discrimination that are prohibited in the private sector, and the nature and scope of legal protection against such discrimination. The rationale for legal intervention is also examined.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Display mastery in prioritising source materials needed for a clear and proper understanding of Discrimination
2.
Critically apply knowledge which currently shapes anti-discrimination law in the private sector
3.
Incorporate a sound analytical and critical appreciation of practices within the law relating to anti-discrimination
4.
Demonstrate an understanding of issues at the forefront of the law relating to anti-discrimination law and the ability to apply it critically in a variety of contexts

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Introduction to Discrimination in Business • The concept of discrimination • The rationale for prohibiting discrimination • Outline of contexts in which discrimination is subject to legal prohibitions The Framework of Anti-Discrimination Law • Historical perspective and the development of the law over the last century • The impact of EU law and the ECHR The Equality Act 2010 • Protected characteristics: age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation • The nature of "race" • Direct discrimination • Indirect discrimination • Reasonable adjustments • Discrimination in the goods and services sector • Discrimination in housing • Discrimination in the workplace • Harassment • Victimisation • Positive action • Enforcement and remedies
Additional Information:There are no professional body requirements at this stage, however developments will be monitored and where appropriate, incorporated into module content.

Assessments

Essay