Programme Specification for the 2021/2 academic year
BA (Hons) Law
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | BA (Hons) Law | Programme code | UFA1LAWLAW01 |
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| Study mode(s) | Full Time |
Academic year | 2021/2 |
| Campus(es) | Streatham (Exeter) |
Programme start date | 09/2014 |
| NQF Level | 6 (Honours) |
2. Description of the Programme
Our one year BA Law programme is only available to students who have gained a minimum of 5 of the 7 core qualifying law subjects during a programme of study at the University of Exeter. The 7 core subjects are: Criminal law, The Law of Contract, Constitutional and Administrative Law, Law of Torts, Land Law, European Union Law and Equity and Trusts.
The programme has been developed to allow you to gain a thorough knowledge of the foundation subjects of English and EU law which you have not already undertaken (the two subjects will total 45-60 credits) and hence to meet the requirements set by the Law Society and the Bar for the academic stage of legal training. You will also take optional modules (totalling 60-75 credits) from a selection available in the Law School.
A distinctive feature of the programme is the three tier approach of interactive lectures, student consultations and workshops/tutorials which emphasise both legal knowledge and understanding as well as the acquisition of legal and interpersonal skills.
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
- To enable those of you who are suitably qualified to satisfy the academic stage of professional training as a barrister or solicitor if they choose the appropriate modules.
- To provide you with a thorough knowledge of the foundation subjects of English and EU law which they have not already done, and hence to meet the requirements set by the Law Society and the Bar for the academic stage of legal training.
- To enable you to identify, locate and critically appraise legal materials.
- To enable you to apply the principles of law and legal rules to solve and analyse practical problems, and to advise what to do in practical situations.
- To encourage you to reason logically, supporting the process with authority.
- To provide you with the necessary personal and key skills to enable you to develop as independent, autonomous and reflective individuals and generally as developing professionals.
4. Programme Structure
A distinctive feature of the programme is the three tier approach of interactive lectures, student consultations and workshops / tutorials which emphasise both legal knowledge and understanding as well as the acquisition of legal and interpersonal skills.
5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
You may take up to two of the core qualifying Law Degree subjects listed below in the ‘compulsory modules table’. These will total 45-60 credits. You will also take optional modules, totalling 60-75 credits, so that your overall credit total is 120 credits.
Option modules may be taken as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module. Up to 30 credits may be taken outside of the Law School.
Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the College web site.
Stage 1
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
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| LAW2035B | Constitutional and Administrative Law | 30 | Yes |
| LAW3003B | Criminal Law | 30 | Yes |
| LAW3041B | Trusts | 30 | Yes |
| LAW2017B | Land Law | 30 | Yes |
| LAW2004B | Contract Law | 30 | Yes |
| LAW2015B | The Law of Torts | 30 | Yes |
| LAW3157B | European Union Law | 15 | Yes |
Optional Modules
Optional modules (at Level 2 & Level 3) To be discussed / agreed with personal tutor.
| Total Credits for Stage 1 | 120 |
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6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
1. Demonstrate a thorough basic knowledge and understanding of the theoretical, conceptual and practical features of the English legal system, its institutions and procedures (see Educational Aims - 1). | Subject knowledge and skills are acquired through lectures, tutor-led workshops or seminars; library tuition; essays; prepared problem based lectures; group project; legal skills workshops, reflective learning, work experience. | Subject knowledge and skills (1 - 5) are assessed through seen or unseen examinations; open/closed book examinations; assessed essays; dissertation; presentations; multiple-choice tests. |
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
6. Identify, locate, retrieve and evaluate legal and other information in paper, electronic and online form. | Subject knowledge and skills are acquired through lectures, tutor-led workshops or seminars; library tuition; essays; prepared problem based lectures; group project; legal skills workshops, reflective learning, work experience. | Subject knowledge and skills (6 - 10) are assessed through seen or unseen examinations; open/closed book examinations; assessed essays; presentations; dissertation. |
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
11. Manage time effectively, plan activity and prioritise tasks by working to strict deadlines | Key skills are an integral part of the programme. Particular aspects of the programme focus on personal and key skills development. Workshops / tutorials encourage you to work independently and in groups with the aim of presenting and criticising materials in interesting and varied forms (skills 11-19); essays (skills 11,13,14,15,16,17,18,19); lectures (11,13,14,17,18); prepared problem-solving and substantive lectures (11,12,14,15,17,18,19). Personal Development Planning and Personal Tutor meetings focus upon your development of all key skills and their ability to reflect upon this and in particular skill 19. | Examinations (skills 11,13,14,15,17,18,19); Assessed Essays (skills 11,13,14,15,16,17,18,19). |
7. Programme Regulations
University Regulations on the number of credits to be taken and at what level for each stage of the programme can be found in the Credit and Qualifications Framework.
Progression
Condonement is the process that allows you to be awarded credit (and so progress to the next stage or, in the final stage, receive an award), despite failing to achieve a pass mark at a first attempt. You are not entitled to reassessment in condoned credit. Regulations on condonement can be found in the Handbook for Assessment, Progression and Awarding for Taught Programmes.
Assessment and Awards
For undergraduate degrees assessment at stage one does not contribute to the summative classification of the award. Details of the weightings for each year of all programme lengths can be found in the Handbook for Assessment, Progression and Awarding for Taught Programmes.
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes and the classification of awards can be found in the Handbook for Assessment, Progression and Awarding for Taught Programmes.
You can also read details of Generic Marking Criteria.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
Personal and Academic Tutoring
It is University policy that all Colleges should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you with individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support fo the duration of your programme, and this support extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.
Information on the College Personal Tutoring system, library provision, ELE resources and access to College support services can be found on the College webpages for current students.
Student Staff Liaison Committee (SSLC)
SSLCs enable students and staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.
9. University Support for Students and Students' Learning
Learning Resources
The University Library maintains its principal collections in the main library buildings on the Streatham and St Luke's campuses, together with a number of specialist collections in certain Colleges. The total Library collection comprises over a million volumes and 3000 current periodical subscriptions.
IT Services
A wide range of IT services are provided throughout the Exeter campuses, including open-access computer rooms, some of which are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Helpdesks are maintained on the Streatham and St Luke's campuses, while most study bedrooms in halls and flats are linked to the University's campus network.
Student Support Services
The University provides many support services including health and wellbeing, multifaith chaplaincy, family support, the Students' Guild and international student support.
10. Admissions Criteria
All applications are considered individually on merit. The University is committed to an equal opportunities policy with respect to gender, age, race, sexual orientation and/or disability when dealing with applications. It is also committed to widening access to higher education to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience.
Candidates for undergraduate programmes must satisfy the undergraduate admissions requirements of the University of Exeter.
11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.
The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.
12. Indicators of Quality and Standards
Certain programmes are subject to accreditation and/or review by professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs).
13. Methods for Evaluating and Improving Quality and Standards
The University and its constituent Colleges draw on a range of data to review the quality of education provision. The College documents the performance in each of its tuaght programmes, against a range of criteria on an annual basis through the Annual Student Experience Review (ASER).
Subject areas are reviewed every five years through a College Academic Audit scheme that includes external contributions.
14. Awarding Institution
University of Exeter
15. Lead College / Teaching Institution
College of Social Sciences and International Studies (CSSIS)
16. Partner College / Institution
Partner College(s)
Not applicable to this programme
Partner Institution
Not applicable to this programme.
17. Programme Accredited / Validated by
0
18. Final Award
BA (Hons) Law
19. UCAS Code
M301
20. NQF Level of Final Award
6 (Honours)
21. Credit
| CATS credits | 120 |
ECTS credits | 60 |
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22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
[Honours] Law
23. Dates
| Origin Date | 05/10/1998 |
Date of last revision | 30/11/2012 |
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