LC3S334 - The Law in Wales 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | LC3S334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | The Law in Wales | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Law | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Law | ||
| Module Leader: | Brian Dowrick | ||
| Module Team: | Clare Lewis, Holly Evans | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
This module will provide students wih an introduction to the constitutional settlement and law in Wales.
The module aims to provide a basis for study for students to;
1. Identify and explain the nature and operation of devolution in Wales, the constitutional principles, sources of law and practice and institutions;
2 . Consider the significance of devolution in respect of the UK's constitution.
3. Identify, locate and analyse relevant sources of Welsh law;
4. Discuss and debate issues relevant to the Law in Wales such as a separate Welsh jurisdiction and constitution, approaches to education, healthcare, Covid 19.
Content Summary
The module comprises 3 study units and will cover the following indicative content:
• Unit 1 – Devolution and the UK Constitution
Fundamental legal principles and political ideas underlying devolution, key debates, constitutional statutes and decided cases.
Unit 2 - Power and Legitimacy
Law making and executive powers in Wales, the evolution of these, key legislative and executive institutions, key personnel and powers, administrative functions law and the relationship between the bodies.
• Unit 3 – Case Studies relevant to the Law in Wales
Key debates relevant to an understanding of the Law in Wales such as the issue of a separate Welsh jurisdiction and constitution, the accessibility of the law in Wales, the role of the counsel general, judicial review, the approach to Covid 19 pandemic, healthcare and education.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Seminar | 20 |
| Independent Study | 60 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 20 |
| Groupwork | 9 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 9 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evidence detailed and critical knowledge of the constitutional arrangements relating to devolution and the Law in Wales |
| LO2 | Evaluate and assess key issues relevant to the constitutional arrangements of devolution and the Law in Wales. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Essay 1 | An individual written composition on a key issue or debate in relation to devolution and the law in Wales. | 0 | 4000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Essay 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |