CE2767: European Law
| School | Continuing and Professional Education |
| Department Code | LEARN |
| Module Code | CE2767 |
| External Subject Code | M200 |
| Number of Credits | 10 |
| Level | L5 |
| Language of Delivery | English |
| Module Leader | Mr Royston Havard |
| Semester | Autumn Semester |
| Academic Year | 2013/4 |
Outline Description of Module
This module will provide students with a knowledge of the basic principles of European Law, and place these in a social and economic context wherever possible.
It will enable students to assess the role of the European Union through a consideration ofits policies, procedures and laws, and how membership of the European Union may affect national sovereignty.
Aims:
*To provide a knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of European Union Law
*To identify the nature and main sources of European Law
*To explain the role and work of Europe’s political and law-making institutions
*To discuss the forms of European legislation, enforcement, judicial review and supervision
*To explain the effect of membership of the European Union on Parliamentary Sovereignty
*To consider the future, drawing on comparative material where relevant*
On completion of the module a student should be able to
* explain the origins of the European Community and the sources from which European Law originates and is derived
* explain the functions and powers of each of the institutions, considering the wider picture involving
consultation/implementation and national input
* identify the types of European legislation, using examples
*explain the role and effect of judicial review and supervision through questioning and being questioned
* explain the effect of membership of the European Union on Parliamentary Sovereignty through discussion in oral or written form
* consider the future of Europe through an examination of the present situation with references to other comparative material from other countries outside the EU
* relate provided material and material individually researched to discussions and exercises set
* show understanding through clear explanations and evaluation where relevant in oral or written form
* develop own learning skills through reading and researching relevant topics
* apply relevant law to given situations
* explain and analyse past, present and possible future situations in a clear, coherent style
* consider legal problems and apply relevant law to given situations
* maintain and develop knowledge and understanding through reading and researching
current debates/proposed reforms
How the module will be delivered
Lectures: To explain main points of topic
Q/A: To ensure knowledge and understanding – it is anticipated that these sessions may be
student- and/or tutor-led
Discussion: To enhance the development of knowledge and understanding by exploring the topic
the main points in more depth
Research: To collate material from a variety of sources and convey findings in a clear, analytical style
Skills that will be practised and developed
* communicate effectively in written and oral form
* work effectively on an individual or group basis
* make notes from lectures and other sources
* research and collate data from a variety of sources
How the module will be assessed
Assignment
- The assignment must show knowledge and understanding through an explanation of the topic.
- The explanation will need to be supported and illustrated through accepted legal authorities.
- The assignment will be worded to the effect that an analysis of the topic will be communicated effectively and based on suitable material, showing skills of evaluation and analysis.
- The assignment will be marked according to the mark scheme and university guidelines
Class Test
The class test will show i,ii and iv above and will be worded to the effect that an analysis of the topic is communicated effectively under time constraint. A problem/case-study should show application, analysis and evaluation in the wider context.
It is anticipated that continuous assessment and support is provided throughout the duration of the course through questioning and discussions that arise naturally, and is encouraged by the nature of the subject.
Assessment Breakdown
| Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assessment | 100 | Coursework | N/A |
Syllabus content
Historical context of the European Union
The institutional framework of the Union – composition, structure and powers
The sources of European Law – treaties and legislation
The effect of membership of the European Union on Parliamentary Sovereignty
The future for Europe
Essential Reading and Resource List
Learning European Law, T. Kennedy (Sweet & Maxwell)
A Guide to European Law, P.S.R.F. Mathijsen (Sweet & Maxwell)
European Law, J. Hanlon (Sweet & Maxwell)