Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Graded
Unit Learning Outcomes
1.
Be able to plan a piece of individual research on a Legal Topic.
Assessment Criteria
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1.1.
Select and design plan a relevant topic of research that relates to a specific Act of Parliament or item of Common Law.
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1.2.
Describe research aims.
2.
Be able to research background information on a legal topic of own choice.
Assessment Criteria
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2.1.
Research background information on a legal topic using a variety of appropriate sources.
3.
Be able to assess research information and evidence.
Assessment Criteria
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3.1.
Use a range of appropriate secondary information and evidence.
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3.2.
Debate whether reform of the specific Act of Parliament or item of Common Law is recommended.
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3.3.
Discuss arguments for or against the reform of the chosen law/act and the potential impact this might have.
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3.4.
Draw conclusions.
4.
Be able to communicate the research findings.
Assessment Criteria
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4.1.
Present research findings in a well-structured coherent style.
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4.2.
Reference sources of information using a recommended style of referencing.