LAW06040 2016 Principles of Law - SCP
Full Title
Principles of Law - SCP
Transcript Title
Principles of law
Code
LAW06040
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LAW - Law
Department
SOCS - Social Sciences
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2016 - Full Academic Year 2016-17
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Deirdre McCaffrey
Programme Membership
SG_WSOCI_H08 201600 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice
SG_HSOCI_H08 201700 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice
SG_HSOCI_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Sciences in Social Care Practice
Description
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The module maps to the CORU Standards of Proficiency as follows: Domain 1: Professional Autonomy and Accountability Domain 2: Communication, Collaborative Practice and Teamworking Domain 3: Safety and Quality Domain 5: Professional Knowledge and Skills
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Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Describe the primary sources of law, structure and administration of the Irish judicial system.
2.
Discuss the constitutional and statutory rights of children to education and the corresponding responsibilities of parents and the State (Domain 5.1, 5.3).
3.
Explore how the rights of persons with disabilities are protected in areas such as health, education, and access to public services (Domain 1.5, 2.9, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.14, 5.15)
4.
Demonstrate familiarity with United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child standards and how their reflection in domestic law ensures enjoyment of these right by children within the State (Domain 1.5, 1.8, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3).
5.
Examine legal obligations in the context of accountability to the service use (Domain: 1.1, 1.5, 1.6, 1.9, 1.10, 1.13, 1.17, 2.9, 3.7, 3.12, 3.13, 3.14, 5.1, 5.3)
6.
Display required cognisance of equality law in Ireland (Domain 1.5, 1.8, 1.9, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3)
Teaching and Learning Strategies
- A combination of lectures and tutorials
- Computer laboratory workshop
- Court visit is mandatory
Module Assessment Strategies
Learners assessed by way of continuous assessment (50%) and exam (50%)
Example of continuous assessment: UN Convention on Rights of Child portfolio reflecting applicable domestic law
The module’s assessment strategy allows for assessment of CORU Standards of proficiency as follows:-
Exam 50% (Domain 1.1, 1.5, 1.8, 1.13, 2.6, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3)
Continuous assessment (Domain 1.1, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.11, 1.13, 1.17, 2.9, 3.7, 3.12, 3.13, 3.14, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.14, 5.15)
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assignments will follow format as set out under assessment strategies
Indicative Syllabus
Indicative syllabus
1 The nature and sources of law
·The meaning of law; sources of law
·Distinguish between civil and criminal codes
·Structure and jurisdiction of the courts – independence of judges; precedent
2 Accountability to the service user
·Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005
·Tort -Negligence
·Data Protection and Freedom of Information
3 Equality
- Constitution: Art 40 and right to equality
- Legislation: Equal Status Act, 2000 – 2015
4. Education
·International: UNCRC - Art 28, Art 29 and Art 2
·Constitution: Art 42 of the Constitution and rights/duties concerning education
·Legislation:Education Act, 1998: Education Welfare Act, 2000 Equal Status Act 2000 – 2015
5 Disability law
·International: UNCRC Art 23andUNCRPD
·Constitution: Art 42right of children with disabilities to education
·Legislation:Special Needs Act, 2004: Disability Act, 2005 and Citizens Information Act, 2007
6. Human Rights
·History of human rights
·United Nations Conventions: UNCRC UNCRPD
·Fundamental rights in the Constitution Art 40
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | continuous assessment | Continuous Assessment | Assessment | 50 % | Week 4 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exam - formal | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Law lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Tutorial | Flat Classroom | seminar activities | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Hamilton C. (2011) Irish Social Work and Social Care Law Dublin: Gill Education
Davenport R. (2009) Fundamentals of Irish Law Dublin: Gill and Macmillan
Doolan B. (200) Principles of Irish Law Dublin: Gill and Macmillan
O Malley T. (2001) Sources of Law 2ed Dublin: Round Hall Sweet and Maxwell
Donovan D. (2010) The Irish Legal System Dublin: Round Hall Nutshells
Kenneally A. and Tully J. (2013) The Irish Legal System Dublin: Clarus Press
Byrne R. and McCutcheon P. (2014) Byrne & McCutchean on the Irish Legal System (6th ed) Bloomsbury
Ryan F. (2008) Constitutional law Dublin: Thomson Roundhall
Kinsella J. (2008) Health, Safety and Welfare Law in Ireland Dublin: Gill and Macmillan
Moore Walsh K.(2010) Make that Grade: Irish Tort law Dublin: Gill and Macmillan 3rd ed
Kilkelly U. (2008) Children's Rights in Ireland Law, Policy and Practice Dublin: Tottel publishing
Shannon G. (2010) Child Law (2nd edn) Dublin: Round Hall
Nestor J. (2009) Irish Family Law Dublin: Gill EducationWilliams G. Learning the Law London: Sweet & Maxwell
URL Resources
www.irishstatutebook.ie www.oireachtas.ie www.courts.ie www.bailii.org www.irlii.org
www.citizeninformation.ie www.nda.ie www.workplacecommission.ie www.ihre.ie www.ncse.ie
www.dohc.ie www.decet.org www.dcya.gov www.uncrc.org www.oco.ie www.unicef.org www.childrensrightsalliance.ie www.barnardos.ie www.tusla.ie
Other Resources
Bunreacht na hEireann
Acts of the Oireachtas and Statutory Instruments
Reports/investigations of the office of Ombudsman for Children
Law Reform Commission reports
Law Society Gazette Irish Times
Additional Information
A court visit is mandatory