LC4S057 - International Family Law 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | LC4S057 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | International Family Law | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Law | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Law | ||
| Module Leader: | Joanne Bates, Iain Hammett | ||
| Module Team: | Holly Evans, Hayley Brain, Ayesha Fulat, Hannah Menard | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100485 - law | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
The aim of the module is to provide the student with an understanding advanced knowledge of International Family Law.
The module will provide a basis for study for students to:?
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the current issues relating to the advanced study of family law in an international context.
Examine topical issues in relation to both the institutional framework and the core issues that fuel current legal and political debates triggered by the globalisation of family life.
Examine the formation and dissolution of adult relationships involving a cross border element, including the rules governing international marriages and financial support on separation.
Content Summary
The module will cover the following indicative content:
The formation of marriage
Forced marriage
Child marriage
Polygamy
Same-sex relationships
Divorce
Financial issues on divorce
Children’s rights
International relocation and abduction
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Seminar | 20 |
| Independent Study | 88 |
| Directed Study | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Explain and critically evaluate the regulatory challenges arising from cross-border family relationships |
| LO2 | Critically assess the operation of international family law and ongoing suggestions for reform. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | A written report that draws on knowledge and material relating to a relevant International Family legal issue. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Presentation (Asynchronous) 1 | An oral presentation providing students with the opportunity to critically analyse and explore International Family law issues. | 10 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Presentation (Asynchronous) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |