CE5124: English Legal System

School Continuing and Professional Education
Department Code LEARN
Module Code CE5124
External Subject Code 101323
Number of Credits 10
Level L4
Language of Delivery English
Module Leader Ms Janet Stephens
Semester Autumn Semester
Academic Year 2019/0

Outline Description of Module

You will be introduced to major aspects of the English Legal System including its sources practices and procedures. You will gain a thorough understanding of judicial precedent, statutory interpretation, the Jury system, Tribunals, Law Centres and Legal Aid.

How the module will be delivered

METHODS OF TEACHING: Weekly 2-hour lectures/seminars (20 hours)

How the module will be assessed

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT: Written assignment or portfolio of shorter assignments which assess knowledge and understanding of the course materials.

Assessment Breakdown

Type % Title Duration(hrs)
Written Assessment 100 English Legal System N/A

Copyright Cardiff University. Registered charity no. 1136855