Law

The dissertation module provides you with advanced skills required to undertake an extended programme of research. You will cover practical skills (such as project planning and management) and theoretical skills (such as applying conceptual models). You will be informed of a range of different research methodologies and you will be able to assess the appropriateness of particular methodologies for your proposed dissertation topic. You will put into practical effect the research skills acquired during the course and to work in a self-defined field with the objective of producing a substantial piece of work based on critical evaluation and independent thought. You will have the opportunity to carry out extended research on a subject of interest to you, and show your ability to work independently and at a high quality level, on a substantial project.

This module aims to introduce you to the substantive doctrine, values, and policies of international criminal law. It does so at a postgraduate level of analysis, which requires sustained critical analysis and independent research.

During this module you'll consider the International, European and UK legal framework relating to human trafficking and identify the legal overlaps with other crimes (e.g. smuggling, slavery). You'll assess the European Court of Human Rights approach to human trafficking which will provide you with an understanding of the numerous methods of recruitment, transfer and exploitation involved in human trafficking as well as consider the human rights of victims. 

This module will provide you with the essential skills of research, interpretation and application of legal sources required for postgraduate study of international, EU and domestic law. You will understand the relative roles of the various actors in the domestic, European Union and international law policy-making processes. You will appreciate the distribution of power within the United Kingdom and the European Union. The module indicates the significance of international law as an influence upon EU and domestic law (and vice versa) and will ensure you understand the basic concepts, which underlie the creation of, the operation of and adjudication on international, domestic and EU law.

This module examines how the subject of human rights impacts upon governmental, regulatory and political activity within the European and international contexts. It addresses the impact of globalisation and the end of Cold-War bi-polarisation on the status and further development of human rights, including the claims that human rights have now become a universal entitlement of all citizens. You'll address primary human rights instruments ranging from European and international treaties, UN conventions, governmental and NGO reports and judicial decisions. · Throughout this interdisciplinary module, you'll address the relationships that exist between human rights standards, international political processes and particular institutions.

You'll critically explore the use and experiences of prison in contemporary society. The aim is to develop your understanding of contemporary relevance of theoretical contributions through detailed evaluation of texts.

This module examines legislation, policy, and case studies, while also assessing resulting investigations. You'll explore the connection between investigative organisations and the political landscape. It covers emerging international threats and terrorism's driving factors, providing you with a comprehensive understanding.

In this module you'll examine the law and practice of mediation. You will explore the theoretical, practical and ethical problems relating to international commercial mediation. This module is approved by the Civil Mediation Council, so if you successfully complete it you'll gain accredited mediator status.

During this module, you'll explore and evaluate the legal and ethical challenges raised by developments in machine learning and artificial intelligence. As well as the implications for legal and other forms of domestic, regional, and international regulation.