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This course concerns the relationship between law and politics in United Kingdom. In view of the highly topical nature of the subject-matter, the specific issues which are focused upon each year are determined by the members of the course, in consultation with the course co-ordinator. Recent examples include: devolution; response to terrorism; the role of the Prime Minister; reform of the House of Lords. In addition to developing an understanding of particular topics, the course places considerable emphasis on developing research and analytical skills. Students are expected to undertake significant personal research under the guidance of the course coordinator.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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Term | First Term | Credit Points | 25 credits (12.5 ECTS credits) |
Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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Course Aims: This course is concerned with the relationship between law and politics in the United Kingdom. In view of the highly topical nature of the subject-matter, the specific issues which are focused upon each year are determined by the members of the course, in consultation with the course co-ordinator, at the first meeting. Recent examples of chosen case include: devolution; the response to terrorism; the role of the Prime Minister; reform of the House of Lords. In addition to developing an understanding of particular topics, the course places considerable emphasis on developing research and analytical skills.
Main Learning Outcomes:
Knowledge and Understanding A developed knowledge and understanding of:
Subject-Specific Skills and Concepts
Key Skills (Transferable)
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt:
Poster (20%)
Online exam (80%)
Resit:
Poster grade carried forward, resit exam
Discussion Forum
Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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