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This course examines the way in which the law regulates the treatment of animals in Britain. Topics include: historical development; legal and moral status of animals; the basis and nature of regulation; the legal and political framework, including the impact of the WTO and the EU; the legal meaning of unnecessary suffering; the scientific concept of animal welfare; enforcement; and legislation relating to animals in specific contexts. Consideration is also given to relevant political, scientific, ethical and commercial issues which influence the substantive law. Students are expected to undertake significant personal research under the guidance of the course coordinator.
While self-evident from the Course Description, students should be aware that this course includes consideration of the ill-treatment of animals.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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Course Aims: This course examines the way in which the law regulates the treatment of animals in Britain. Topics covered include: historical development; the legal status of animals and the continuing need for regulation; the legal and political framework, including the impact of the WTO and the EU; the legal meaning of unnecessary suffering; the scientific concept of animal welfare; and the substance and effectiveness of the law in relation to the use of animals in specific contexts. Consideration is also given to relevant political, scientific, ethical and commercial issues which influence the substantive law. The course places particular emphasis on developing research skills.
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In addition, students will be able to:
Subject-Specific Skills and Concepts:
Key Skills (Transferable):
Content:
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
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Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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