- Course Code
- LS 1512
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr H Lardy
Pre-requisites
None
Notes
This course is compulsory for LLB students; it is available as an option to non-law students.
Overview
This course aims to introduce students to the law governing the protection of civil liberties and human rights in Scotland. The course provides an overview of methods of protecting rights and liberties (international and domestic) with emphasis on the Human Rights Act 1998. It considers in detail aspects of the protection of selected rights, including freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, freedom of information and freedom from discrimination.
Structure
3 one-hour lectures per week and a programme of one-hour tutorials during the course.
Assessment
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour examination (75%) and in-course assessment (25%).
Resit: 1 two-hour examination (75%) and in-course assessment (25% carried forward).