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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Advanced Torts
Module Code	LG225
School	School of Law & Government
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Mark Coen Semester 2: Mark Coen Autumn: Mark Coen
Module Teacher	Noel McGrath
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module explores the function and role of the law of torts in contemporary societyThe module will examine in depth the public policy considerations that underlie the law of torts, in particular the requirement for torts law to balance the freedom to take action with the social need for the containment of risks.The module will provide students with enhanced understanding of the principles of torts as laid down in the common law rules and in legislation.

Learning Outcomes

1. Critically appraise the different policy considerations that underpin rules governing the law of torts
2. Evaluate and contrast different critical perspectives on the law of torts
3. Describe and analyse the core elements of specific torts
4. Solve legal problems by reference to both case law and legislation.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	No Description
Tutorial	3	No Description
Independent learning	50	Reading for lectures
Assignment	24	Research and write-up
Independent learning	24	Exam revision
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Indicative topics.
Part I Overview of the Law of Tortsâˆ’ Critical perspectives on Torts (Economic, Feminist, Social Justice)Part II Procedureâˆ’ DamagesPart III Specific Tortsâˆ’ Business & Economic Torts- Employers Liability, Professional Negligence I, Passing Off, Interference with Business Relationsâˆ’ Torts Affecting Land- Defective Premises, Trespass to Landâˆ’ Torts Affecting Reputation- Privacy, Deceit and Injurious Falsehoodâˆ’ Torts & Bodily Integrity- Trespass to the Person, Professional Negligence II (Medical Negligence)âˆ’ Public Authorities & Statutory Duties- Liability of Public Authorities, Breach of Statutory Duties.

Activities.
Students will be expected (via the guidelines, links and suggested readings on Moodle) to read case law and legislation, academic articles and core texts; participate in class discussions and keep abreast of ongoing developments in this area of law..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List