Module title
Introduction to English Law and the English Legal System 2
Module code
INT0019
Academic year(s)
2015/6
Credits
20
Basic module details
Module staff
- Convenor
Duration (weeks) - term 1
Duration (weeks) - term 2
12
Duration (weeks) - term 3
Number students taking module (anticipated)
30
Description - summary of the module content
Module description
This module develops the knowledge and skills learnt in Law 1, ranging over challenging issues such as war crimes and
religious freedom, while also introducing the basic principles of two new core subjects Tort and Privacy. Crucial for those
wishing to study law at university, the module also has great benefits for those interested in other subjects as it requires
rigorous analysis of complex concepts in order to present fluent, persuasive arguments. The module is required if you want to
study Law at Exeter University, and is accepted by all other Exeter social science courses.
Module aims - intentions of the module
Module aims
This module aims to provide a foundation in English Law and the English Legal System for students wishing to follow a degree
programme in Law, Humanities or Social Sciences.
Intended learning outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
1. Demonstrate a good understanding of the English Law of Tort
2. Demonstrate a good understanding of the development of English law in the sphere of privacy
3. Demonstrate an understanding of how Statute Law affects the Common Law
4. Develop legal arguments based on your own learning, both orally and on paper
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
5. Undertake directed research on two topics
6. Within the limits of knowledge, analyse and evaluate the materials set for the module
7. Within the limits of knowledge, research and present good oral and written work under time pressure
ILO: Personal and key skills
8. Take responsibility for your own learning
9. Work in groups, recognising your responsibilities to your peers and tutors, and also prepare effectively in order to contribute
to your own learning and that of your colleagues
10. Communicate effectively in a format appropriate to this discipline
Syllabus plan
Syllabus plan
This module will cover the basic elements of two core subjects in English Law—Tort Law and Land Law. In doing so it will also
examine in the context of these subjects how Statute Law affects Common Law.
The topics will include:
• The basic foundations of Tort Law
• Development of the law of privacy
• Vicarious Liability of Employers
• Rights of the unborn child
• Law on psychiatric harm
• Law on rescuers
• Role of law in human rights issues such as freedom of expression, freedom of thought, concience and religion
Learning and teaching
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning and Teaching
Activities
Guided independent study
Placement / study abroad
60
140
0
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
Category
Hours of study time
Description
Formal lectures and seminars
60
Lectures: Seminars - these will be a
mixture of class discussion, led by the
tutors, and formal debates
140
Reading and preparation for class
discussion and formal debates, research
for assignment, exam revision, web
materials
Guided independent study
Assessment
Formative assessment
Form of assessment
Size of the assessment (eg
length / duration)
ILOs assessed
Feedback method
Essay
2,000 words
1,2,3,4,5,6
Written report
Formal Debate
Varied
6,7,9,10
Verbal
Summative assessment (% of credit)
Coursework
Written exams
Practical exams
50
50
0
Details of summative assessment
Form of assessment
% of credit
Size of the
assessment (eg
length / duration)
ILOs assessed
Feedback method
Essay
50
2,000 words
5,6,8,10
Written report
Written exam
50
2 hours
1,2,3,5,6,7
Written report
Re-assessment
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
Original form of assessment Form of re-assessment
ILOs re-assessed
Timescale for reassessment
Exam
1,2,3,5,6,7
As soon as possible - before
the exam board
Resit of Exam (new paper)
Re-assessment notes
Referral will constitute a second formal examination – coursework will not be included in the re-assessment.
All summative coursework must be completed before entitlement to a referral. The grade for the referred exam, and therefore
the module grade, will be capped at 40%.
Deferred exams will not be capped and will include summative coursework marks in the final module grade.
Resources
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
English Legal System Directions (2nd edition. Wilson, Mitchell
Module has an active ELE page?
Yes
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=4226
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
Lexis-Nexis
Interactive quizzes and multiple choice revision tests
Other details
Module ECTS
10
Module pre-requisites
Module co-requisites
NQF level (module)
3
Available as distance learning?
No
Origin date
September 2007
Last revision date
08/08/2014
Key words search
English Law, English Legal System, Tort, Land, Negligence, Misrepresentation