Module Details
Module Code: |
LAWS C3701 |
Module Title:
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Legal Studies 2
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Title:
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Legal Studies 2
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Janette Davies
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Module Author:: |
Sadhb Reddy
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Module Description: |
The overall aim of this course is to equip the student with a background knowledge of the operation of the legal system and its application and relevance to the caring professions.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Distinguish laws applicable applicable to social care sectors. D.1 P.1,3,12,13,16. D.5 P.1. |
LO2 |
Select and interpret legal rules and principles, using digital literacy skills, to convey knowledge to work place colleagues. D.1 P. 1,3,6,12,13,16. D.2 P.6,7,9. D.5 P.1,3,17. |
LO3 |
Appraise the system for developing new laws ensuring the ability to digitally access new and emerging legislation. D.1. P.1,2,3,6,7,12,13,16,17, D.2 P.6,7,9. D.4. P.3,5. D.5 P.1,3,17. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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9448 |
LAWS C2701 |
Legal Studies 1 |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Aspects of Family Law
• The Family, Guardianship and Custody
• Domestic Violence
D.1 P.1,12,13.
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Child Law
• Child Protection - Children in Care; Children in Special Care
• Children and the Criminal Justice System - Youth Diversion Programme; Children's Court
D.1 P.1,12,13.
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Other Legal Protections
• Assisted Decision Making (Capacity)
• Data Protection - Freedom of Information
D.1 P.1,3,12,13,16.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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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 |
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Contact |
Material covers D.1 P.1,2,3,6,7,12,13,16,17. D.2 P.6. D.4 P.3,5. D.5 P.1. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Tutorial |
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Contact |
Material covers D.1 P. 1,2,3,4,6,7,12,13,16,17. D.2 P.6,7,9. D.4 P.3,5. D.5 P.1,3,17. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
D.1. P.1,2,3,4,6,7,12,13,16,17, D.2 P.6,7,9. D.4. P.3,5. D.5 P.1,3,17. |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.93 |
89 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Geoffrey Shannon. (2020), Child and Family Law, Round Hall, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780414056336].
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Jim Nestor. (2007), An Introduction to Irish Family Law, 3rd, Gill & Macmillan.
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Lydia Bracken. Child Law in Ireland, Clarus Press, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781911611097].
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Laura L. Keogh. Data Protection Compliance, Clarus Press, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781911611240].
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The Irish Law Times.
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Irish Journal of Family Law.
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Family Law Practitioner.
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