The aim of this module is to give students an introduction to the Irish Legal System, explore aspects of Contract and Company law and apply the knowledge acquired to solving relevant legal problems.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
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Learning Outcome Description
LO1
Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the Irish legal system and sources of Irish law.
LO2
Demonstrate an understanding of how (1) contract, (2) tort (3) company and (4) employment law apply in a business context.
LO3
Analyse problems and propose solutions by applying the law to specific situations.
LO4
Effectively communicate the legal principles arising in the area of business both orally and in writing.
LO5
Demonstrate an ability to appraise up-to-date knowledge with respect to the development of the law.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
Indicative Content
Overview of Irish Legal System
• Sources of Law
• Constitution/Legislation/EU/International Law
• Court System
• Administration of Justice
Introduction to Contract Law
• Formation
• Terms
• Misrepresentation
• Remedies for breach
Introduction to Company Law
• Forms of Business Organisation
• Incorporation of a company
• Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement
• Shareholders and Shares
• Management and Administration (Directors)
• Liquidations, Receiverships and Examinerships
Introduction to Employment Law
Employment Contract -
Workplace Relations Act 2015 -
Employment Rights
Introduction to Tort Law
• Defamation
• Negligence
• Occupiers liability
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Assessments
Full Time
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Other
% of Total Mark
20
Timing
n/a
Learning Outcomes
1,4,5
Non-marked
No
Assessment Description Article/Case review
Assessment Type
Other
% of Total Mark
80
Timing
n/a
Learning Outcomes
2,3,4,5
Non-marked
No
Assessment Description Student will be provided with a case scenario(s) and must apply the legal principles to the case scenario and produce: • Individual Presentation • Supporting paper • Reflection
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type
Workload Category
Contact Type
Workload Description
Frequency
Average Weekly Learner Workload
Hours
Lecture
Contact
Imparting knowledge and ideas – facilitating students to learn independently
12 Weeks per Stage
6.00
72
Independent Learning
Non Contact
• Research – conventional and on-line materials and learnings outside of schedule class time to include:
• Pre-class independent working;
• Post-class independent working;
• Writing up class notes;
• Independent research and study
• Learner Assessment Hours
15 Weeks per Stage
11.87
178
Total Weekly Contact Hours
6.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type
Workload Category
Contact Type
Workload Description
Frequency
Average Weekly Learner Workload
Hours
Lecture
Contact
No Description
12 Weeks per Stage
3.00
36
Independent Learning
Non Contact
• Research – conventional and on-line materials and learnings outside of schedule class time to include:
• Pre-class independent working;
• Post-class independent working;
• Writing up class notes;
• Independent research and study
• Learner Assessment Hours
15 Weeks per Stage
5.93
89
Total Weekly Contact Hours
3.00
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
Kenneally, A. & Tully, J.. (2013), The Irish Legal System, Clarus Press, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781905536580].
Keenan, A.. (2012), Essentials of Irish Business Law, 6th. Gill & Macmillan Ltd, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780717152612].
Supplementary Book Resources
Robert Clark. (2016), Contract Law in Ireland, 8th. [ISBN: 9780414056367].
Keane, R.. Company Law, 4th. Tottel Publishing, [ISBN: 9781845922986].
This module does not have any article/paper resources