Module Descriptors
SPORT, THE INDIVIDUAL AND THE LAW (BLOCK TEACHING)
LAWS60742
Key Facts
Faculty of Business, Education and Law
Level 6
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 32
Independent Study Hours: 118
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
Access to appropriate texts, legislation and case law.
Module Study Guide
Computing facilities will be needed to access material available on the web and specialist on-line databases.
Module Study Guide
Computing facilities will be needed to access material available on the web and specialist on-line databases.
Module Learning Strategies
WHOLE GROUP SESSIONS
24 hours of participatory lectures will provide an overview of the subject topics to be developed through a structured programme of tutorial sessions; IT supported learning materials and independent reading.
SMALL GROUP SESSIONS
8 hours of tutorial sessions will examine particular aspects of Sport the Individual & the Law. Students will enjoy a blend of learning opportunities thereby allowing them to engage positively with the subject area. Typical learning techniques include: student led tutorials / presentation of written work and interactive exercises.
DIRECTED STUDY AND INDEPENDENT LEARNING
Principally this will consist of study to consolidate and develop an understanding of material presented in whole group sessions, preparation for work to be undertaken in seminars, and research and preparation relating to the coursework assignment. Directed study will involve the utilisation of information technology (specifically the Sport the Individual & the Law web pages and use of the Westlaw UK database) which enables interaction with relevant material, at a pace and time convenient to the user. Students will be provided with general guidance in the module study guide and receive specific guidance and training where needed.
(118 hours)
24 hours of participatory lectures will provide an overview of the subject topics to be developed through a structured programme of tutorial sessions; IT supported learning materials and independent reading.
SMALL GROUP SESSIONS
8 hours of tutorial sessions will examine particular aspects of Sport the Individual & the Law. Students will enjoy a blend of learning opportunities thereby allowing them to engage positively with the subject area. Typical learning techniques include: student led tutorials / presentation of written work and interactive exercises.
DIRECTED STUDY AND INDEPENDENT LEARNING
Principally this will consist of study to consolidate and develop an understanding of material presented in whole group sessions, preparation for work to be undertaken in seminars, and research and preparation relating to the coursework assignment. Directed study will involve the utilisation of information technology (specifically the Sport the Individual & the Law web pages and use of the Westlaw UK database) which enables interaction with relevant material, at a pace and time convenient to the user. Students will be provided with general guidance in the module study guide and receive specific guidance and training where needed.
(118 hours)
Module Texts
Gardiner S. 2006 Sports Law. 3rd Ed. London. Cavendish Publishing
Grayson E. 2004 Sport and the Law 3rd Ed. West Sussex. Tottel Publishing.
Grayson E. 2004 Sport and the Law 3rd Ed. West Sussex. Tottel Publishing.
Module Indicative Content
This module will introduce students to fundamental legal principles which apply to individual sportsmen and women. Including a consideration of:
Players' contracts, including formation, performance and termination.
Civil liability for on-field conduct.
The use of the criminal law to respond to and punish misconduct on the field of play.
The measures implemented to limit the use of drugs in sport.
The legal framework aimed at preventing discrimination in sport.
Players' contracts, including formation, performance and termination.
Civil liability for on-field conduct.
The use of the criminal law to respond to and punish misconduct on the field of play.
The measures implemented to limit the use of drugs in sport.
The legal framework aimed at preventing discrimination in sport.
Module Additional Assessment Details
1x assignment 3,000 words - Semester one (100%) Learning outcomes 1-4
To pass this module, students must achieve a mark of at least 40%
To pass this module, students must achieve a mark of at least 40%