This module will run in both semester one and two and will be divided into Information Technology and Skills.

During the IT section of the course you will be introduced to Word Processing using Microsoft Word, Spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and Databases and their uses, using Microsoft Access. You will also learn about integrating various Microsoft programmes such as combining a word processor with a spreadsheet.

In the Study Skills section of this module you will be introduced to all of the skills which will enable you to be an effective student in a Higher Education Environment. These include learning Time Management Skills, Secondary Research Techniques (such as Locating secondary Sources, Note-taking and Academic Reading). You will also learn Essay Writing Techniques, Presentation Skills, Revision Skills and the Skills required to work in a group. Throughout this part of the module, there will be an emphasis on your personal development in terms of Career Planning, Preparation for University and Self-Evaluation.

In the Legal Skills section of this module you will be introduced to the legal databases, law reports and journals. You will be equipped with the confidence to use these in your studies alongside case-reading, client interviewing and an introduction to advocacy.

You will need access to these resources
Textbooks, Law Reports, Journals and Resource Packs
Microsoft Office
Lawtel, Westlaw

You will need to read and refer to the below text:

- Legal Skills Oxford University Press (3rd ed) 2010

- Skills for Law Students (2009 Oxford University Press)

There are 24 weeks of normal lecturers and two reading weeks. In IT, lecturers provide training on a range of uses of IT and your competence will be assess in terms of using IT. In Study Skills and Legal Skills, Lecturers will include interactive leaning activities such as group discussion, practical demonstrations and tests, oral presentations, video etc, web based activities and written formative and summative assessment.

Ability to meet the Learning Outcomes will be demonstrated through a portfolio of evidence which is gathered over the course of the Foundation Year. This will include;

All the Learning Outcomes will be assessed, which may include evidence from other modules:

- Power Point Creation and/or Delivery 50%

- Written Assignment of 1500 words maximum (to be completed in your own time) 50%