Introduction
This programme has been developed for those who have an interest in legal studies and wish to develop their general knowledge of the basic concepts of law. The programme is particularly suitable for those whose activities involve them in aspects of law and legislation and also serves as a basis for further professional legal study.
Course Structure
Part 1
· An Outline of Legal History
· The English Legal System
· Constitutional Law
Part 2
· The Law of Contract
· The Law of Tort
· Criminal Law
Entry Requirements
· A degree or postgraduate qualification
· One or more GCE 'A' level passes (or equivalent)
· Five GCSEs at grades A, B or C (or equivalent)
· A BTEC Higher National Award
· Any qualification equivalent to one of the above
Programme Objectives
To provide participants with a working knowledge of the law which will enable them to examine a series of legal situations and comment on them with confidence
Main recommended Texts Books
J H Baker - An Introduction to English Legal History (Butterworth)
English Legal System - Elliott & Quinn (Pearson Education)
Constitutional Law - O Hood Phillips & P Jackson (Sweet & Maxwell)
Contract Law - Appleby (Sweet & Maxwell)
Tort - S Hedley (Butterworth Tolly)
Textbook on Criminal Law - Allen (Blackstone Press) |