Law modules

Browse Law to find descriptions, what you will learn, how you will be taught, and how you will be assessed.

Level 1

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    Foundations of Law module (LW11010)

    An introduction to law, legal systems, and legal study.

    • Module code: LW11010
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private Law of Scotland I module (LW11011)

    Learn about the law of contract in Scotland, including how contractual obligations are incurred, their content, and how the obligations are terminated.

    • Module code: LW11011
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Public Law I - Sources of Power module (LW11012)

    An introduction to constitutional law which focuses on the nature, sources, principles, and institutions of the UK Constitution.

    • Module code: LW11012
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Legal English module (LW11014)

    Learn and practice key aspects of English for Legal Academic Purposes to improve your writing ability.

    • Module code: LW11014
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Scots Criminal Law & Evidence module (LW12010)

    Gain an understanding of the most important crimes with which a person can be charged.

    • Module code: LW12010
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private Law of Scotland II module (LW12011)

    Learn about the law of delict in Scotland, i.e. how and when the law imposes obligations on people to not cause harm to others.

    • Module code: LW12011
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Public Law II - Controls on Power module (LW12012)

    Learn about the role that constitutional conventions, political institutions, human rights, and the judiciary play in holding the government to account.

    • Module code: LW12012
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 1
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School

Level 2

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    Business Organisations module (LW21002)

    Learn how the law relates to business organisations and structures in the United Kingdom.

    • Module code: LW21002
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Scottish Property Law module (LW21003)

    Learn about the different property rights recognised in Scottish Property Law

    • Module code: LW21003
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Foundations of Law (Advanced) module (LW21013)

    An introduction to law, legal systems, and legal study.

    • Module code: LW21013
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Contract module (LW21014)

    A comprehensive introduction to the key areas of English Contract Law. 

    • Module code: LW21014
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Public Law I - Sources of Power (Advanced) module (LW21015)

    An introduction to the constitution of the United Kingdom, including its Scottish dimensions.

    • Module code: LW21015
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Criminal Law and Evidence module (LW22012)

    Learn about the constituent elements of criminal liability and the elements that make a defence to a criminal charge in England.

    • Module code: LW22012
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Tort module (LW22013)

    Learn about the law of tort and negligence, defamation, and damages. 

    • Module code: LW22013
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Public Law II (Advanced) - Controls on Power module (LW22014)

    Learn about the role that constitutional conventions, political institutions, human rights, and the judiciary play in holding the government to account.

    • Module code: LW22014
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Critical Approaches to Law module (LW22015)

    Build upon your legal knowledge and learn different approaches of how to critically think about Law and how it can be applied. 

    • Module code: LW22015
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Scottish Family Law module (LW22019)

    Explore the legal rules and approaches that influence and regulate our identities, our private lives, and our relationships

    • Module code: LW22019
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Law and Technology module (LW22020)

    Learn about the theoretical concepts and legal implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyberspace, data technologies etc. plus existing legal responses.

    • Module code: LW22020
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    EU Law module (LW22022)

    Discover the Law of the European Union (EU). Understand its institutions, competences, and mechanism. Learn how EU law safeguards rights.

    • Module code: LW22022
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Law, Technology and Innovation module (LW22023)

    Learn about the theoretical concepts and legal implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyberspace, data technologies etc. and existing legal responses.

    • Module code: LW22023
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 2
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School

Level 3

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    Justice Law & Human Rights module (LW31002)

    Explore a wide range of current topics relating to human rights

    • Module code: LW31002
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Law Family & Society module (LW31003)

    The idea of family is not fixed. This module looks at the way in which the law shapes and responds to changes in family structure, roles, and perceptions

    • Module code: LW31003
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Employment Law module (LW31010)

    Learn about the history of Employment Law. Study the relationship between employers and employees, and how the Law aims to find balance between the two parties

    • Module code: LW31010
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Planning Law module (LW31015)

    Learn about the UK's regulatory regime dealing with land use planning and development management

    • Module code: LW31015
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Criminal Procedure module (LW31023)

    Learn aspects of Scottish criminal procedure. You will learn to analyse the development and reform of the criminal process

    • Module code: LW31023
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private International Law module (LW31024)

    Learn about how international disputes in civil, commercial, or family matters are solved

    • Module code: LW31024
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Obligations module (LW31026)

    Learn about contractual obligations and non-contractual obligations in English Law

    • Module code: LW31026
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Equity and Trusts module (LW31030)

    Learn about splitting ownership into legal and equitable ownership to protect property

    • Module code: LW31030
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Foundations of International Criminal Law module (LW31033)

    Learn about war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, torture, and aggression. Look at how to make the persons who engage in such conduct criminally liable

    • Module code: LW31033
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Legal History module (LW31035)

    Learn about legal history and historiography, and the significance of legal treatises. Explore select historical topics in Scottish, English, and European law

    • Module code: LW31035
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Business Organisations (Advanced) module (LW31036)

    Learn how the law relates to business organisations and structures in the United Kingdom

    • Module code: LW31036
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Tax Law module (LW31039)

    Tax law is the government's legal entitlement to levy tax on individuals and companies. Also covers taxpayers' legal obligations, rights, and responsibilities

    • Module code: LW31039
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Energy Projects and Environmental Law module (LW31040)

    Learn the key elements of environmental law through the lens of the life cycle of energy projects

    • Module code: LW31040
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Information Law module (LW31041)

    Learn how the law guarantees Freedom of Information. Learn how it regulates the use of our personal data by the state, private companies, and organisations.

    • Module code: LW31041
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Mediation: Theory and Practice module (LW31042)

    Learn about the theory and practice of mediation. This is the involvement of a neutral third party in assisting disputing parties to reach a voluntary agreement

    • Module code: LW31042
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Cultural Legal Studies module (LW31043)

    Explore your understanding of law as a cultural phenomenon. You will explore its broader context through cultural mediums like film, TV, and art

    • Module code: LW31043
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Critical Approaches to Law (Advanced) module (LW31044)

    Build upon your legal knowledge and learn different approaches of how to critically think about Law and how it can be applied

    • Module code: LW31044
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Competition and Regulation module (LW31045)

    Explores how energy, water, telecommunications, and digital platforms are regulated. Also looks at how regulation interacts with competition law

    • Module code: LW31045
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Medical Law module (LW31046)

    Provides an overview of law, ethics, policy, and practice within medical law. This relates to medical negligence, ethical controversies, and patient rights

    • Module code: LW31046
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    International Law module (LW32016)

    Learn about the framework of the international legal system

    • Module code: LW32016
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Practical Legal Skills module (LW32020)

    Explore Scottish residential conveyancing practice and Standard Securities. You will also explore the importance of language when writing to law firm clients

    • Module code: LW32020
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Selected Issues in Company Law module (LW32026)

    Learn an advanced understanding of United Kingdom company law

    • Module code: LW32026
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Intellectual Property Law module (LW32027)

    Explore legal concepts, principles and rules in IP law. You will explore cases and legislations in copyrights, trademarks, patents, designs, and trade secrets

    • Module code: LW32027
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Property module (LW32028)

    Learn about English property law. You will also learn about its history, conceptual foundations, and key concepts

    • Module code: LW32028
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Comparative Constitutional Law module (LW32035)

    Explores the different ways constitutions operate and how different constitutions address similar problems

    • Module code: LW32035
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Climate Change Law module (LW32036)

    Looks at the legal frameworks relevant to climate change. This examined across international, national, and local scales

    • Module code: LW32036
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    EU Law (Advanced) module (LW32038)

    Discover the Law of the European Union (EU). Understand its institutions, competences, and mechanism. Learn how EU law safeguards rights

    • Module code: LW32038
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Roman Law module (LW32040)

    Learn about the history of Roman law and the elements of Roman private law

    • Module code: LW32040
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private Law of Scotland III module (LW32041)

    Learn about aspects of Scottish private law required for qualification as a solicitor or advocate in Scotland

    • Module code: LW32041
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Street Law module (LW32042)

    Street Law is a method of public legal education. Engage with communities and promote legal awareness and understanding using interactive teaching methods

    • Module code: LW32042
    • Credits: 15
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Space Law module (LW32043)

    Explore space regulation, international treaties, domestic laws, space tourism, airspace boundaries, and jurisdiction

    • Module code: LW32043
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    The Law Clinic module (LW32046)

    • Module code: LW32046
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 3
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School

Level 4

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    Law Dissertation module (LW40001)

    Your chance to undertake an extended independent research project between 10,000-12,000 words, on a self-defined legal topic or question.

    • Module code: LW40001
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Moot module (LW40002)

    Prepare to represent the University at international mooting events. At these, teams plead fictitious cases before judges of the International Court of Justice.

    • Module code: LW40002
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Applied Learning module (LW40005)

    Putting theory into practice and reflecting on experience in an external activity

    • Module code: LW40005
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private International Law (Advanced) module (LW41015)

    Learn about how international disputes in civil, commercial, or family matters are solved

    • Module code: LW41015
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    International Law (Advanced) module (LW41018)

    Learn about the framework of the international legal system

    • Module code: LW41018
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Equity and Trusts (Advanced) module (LW41019)

    Learn about splitting ownership into legal and equitable ownership to protect property

    • Module code: LW41019
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Employment Law (Advanced) module (LW41020)

    Learn about the history of Employment Law. Study the relationship between employers and employees, and how the Law aims to find balance between the two parties

    • Module code: LW41020
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Foundations of International Criminal Law (Advanced) module (LW41024)

    Learn about war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, torture, and aggression. Look at how to make the persons who engage in such conduct criminally liable

    • Module code: LW41024
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Legal History (Advanced) module (LW41025)

    Learn about legal history and historiography, the significance of legal treatises, and explore select historical topics in Scottish, English, and European law

    • Module code: LW41025
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Taxation (Advanced) module (LW41028)

    Tax law is the government's legal entitlement to levy tax on individuals and companies. Also covers taxpayers' legal obligations, rights, and responsibilities

    • Module code: LW41028
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Information Law (Advanced) module (LW41030)

    Learn how the law guarantees Freedom of Information. Learn how it regulates the use of our personal data by the state, private companies, and organisations.

    • Module code: LW41030
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Mediation: Theory and Practice (Advanced) module (LW41031)

    Learn about the theory and practice of mediation which is the involvement of a neutral third party in assisting disputing parties reach a voluntary agreement

    • Module code: LW41031
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Cultural Legal Studies (Advanced) module (LW41032)

    Explore your understanding of law as a cultural phenomenon. You will explore its broader context through cultural mediums like film, TV, and art

    • Module code: LW41032
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Competition and Regulation (Advanced) module (LW41045)

    Explores how energy, water, telecommunications, and digital platforms are regulated. Also looks at how regulation interacts with competition law

    • Module code: LW41045
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Medical Law (Adv) module (LW41046)

    Provides an overview of law and ethics, policy, and practice within medical law as it relates to medical negligence, ethical controversies, and patient rights

    • Module code: LW41046
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Intellectual Property Law (Advanced) module (LW42010)

    Explore legal concepts, principles and rules in IP law. You will explore cases and legislations in copyrights, trademarks, patents, designs, and trade secrets

    • Module code: LW42010
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Law Family & Society (Advanced) module (LW42023)

    The idea of family is not fixed. This module looks at the way in which the law shapes and responds to changes in family structure, roles, and perceptions

    • Module code: LW42023
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    English Law of Property (Advanced) module (LW42024)

    Learn about English property law. You will also learn about its history, conceptual foundations, and key concepts

    • Module code: LW42024
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Criminal Procedure (Advanced) module (LW42026)

    Learn aspects of Scottish criminal procedure. You will learn to analyse the development and reform of the criminal process

    • Module code: LW42026
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Comparative Constitutional Law (Advanced) module (LW42032)

    Explores the different ways constitutions operate and how different constitutions address similar problems

    • Module code: LW42032
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Climate Change Law (Advanced) module (LW42033)

    Looks at the legal frameworks relevant to climate change. This examined across international, national, and local scales

    • Module code: LW42033
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Space Law (Adv) module (LW42036)

    Learn how outer space is regulated, the legalities of Space Tourism and the evolution of Space Law since the 1967 Outer Space Treaty

    • Module code: LW42036
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 4
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School

Level 5

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    Healthcare, Law & Ethics LLM Dissertation module (LW50009)

    Learn how to appreciate, follow and submit an extended piece of work. You will utilise a deeper and critical understanding of selected areas of law and ethics

    • Module code: LW50009
    • Credits: 50
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Company and Commercial Law module (LW50101)

    Learn about the practical legal aspects relating to the formation, management, and administration of private limited companies in Scotland.

    • Module code: LW50101
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Conveyancing module (LW50102)

    Explore the practice of Scottish conveyancing. You will learn how land and buildings are sold, acquired, and transferred in Scots law

    • Module code: LW50102
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Business and Financial Services module (LW50103)

    Learn about the provision and regulation of financial services. You will also learn about the wider business environment that these legal practices operate in

    • Module code: LW50103
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private Client module (LW50105)

    Learn about legal services for private clients i.e. wills, estate administration, taxation, and trusts. Develop skills in drafting and interpreting documents

    • Module code: LW50105
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Law LLM Dissertation module (LW50107)

    Understand the main rules, aspects, and stages of researching and writing a dissertation

    • Module code: LW50107
    • Credits: 50
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Legal Research Skills module (LW50108)

    Learn key elements of legal research. This covers academic writing at postgraduate level. It covers the requirements of academic referencing and citation

    • Module code: LW50108
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Introduction to Law and Ethics module (LW50110)

    Learn about court structures and legal principles. This covers concepts such as biomedical ethics and analysis of moral dilemmas

    • Module code: LW50110
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Legal Aspects of Healthcare module (LW50111)

    Explore negligence, causation, consent, legal reform, and healthcare confidentiality

    • Module code: LW50111
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Controversies in Healthcare Law and Ethics module (LW50112)

    Explore controversial healthcare issues, gaining an understanding of relevant laws, providing legal and ethical solutions

    • Module code: LW50112
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Treating Children and Vulnerable Adults module (LW50115)

    You will learn about moral dilemmas relating to children and vulnerable adults in healthcare contexts

    • Module code: LW50115
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Healthcare Law and Ethics: Dissertation Preparation module (LW50116)

    Learn how to write a critical review of a peer-reviewed journal article and research for a healthcare law and ethics dissertation topic

    • Module code: LW50116
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    AI in Healthcare Regulation module (LW50117)

    You will develop skills to analyse developing and existing legal and ethical challenges in AI in Healthcare Regulation

    • Module code: LW50117
    • Credits: 30
    • Level: 5
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Communication for Law module (LW50118)

    • Module code: LW50118
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Corporate Governance module (LW51007)

    Learn about the principles, frameworks, and practices of corporate governance

    • Module code: LW51007
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Criminal Court Practice module (LW51101)

    Examine the legislative provisions for Scottish criminal procedures. This applies to procedures in both Sheriff and High Courts.

    • Module code: LW51101
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Environmental Regulation module (LW51115)

    You will cover the main concepts and legal mechanisms used to regulate human impact on the environment

    • Module code: LW51115
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Private International Law (Common Law Perspectives) module (LW51133)

    Discover aspects of private international and procedural law, with relevance to family and commercial cases in a European and International context.

    • Module code: LW51133
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Professional Practice module (LW51138)

    Develop your knowledge of legal ethics and the Code of Conduct expected of you as a Scottish Solicitor as well as practising how to conduct a client interview.

    • Module code: LW51138
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    International Investment Law module (LW51146)

    Learn about international law on foreign investments. You will also learn about the impact of this law on human rights, the environment, and just transition

    • Module code: LW51146
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Privacy, Cybersecurity and Surveillance module (LW51148)

    Learn about privacy, surveillance, and cyber security regulation for digital technologies and artificial intelligence both in the UK and globally.

    • Module code: LW51148
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Comparative Constitutional Law module (LW51149)

    Learn about comparative constitutional law in the Global South, looking at parts of the world that were once part of Britain’s vast oceanic Empire

    • Module code: LW51149
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Comparative Corporate Law and Insolvency module (LW52003)

    Learn about the structure and development of company law and corporate insolvency law in the United Kingdom. The module puts this in an international context

    • Module code: LW52003
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Competition Law module (LW52005)

    Looks at competition law and policy from the perspective of international business law. There is a primary focus on competition law of the EU and the UK

    • Module code: LW52005
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Advanced Private Client module (LW52014)

    An optional Diploma in Professional Legal Practice module building upon the skills and knowledge obtained in the core Private Client module. 

    • Module code: LW52014
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Family Law module (LW52017)

    Learn about commonly encountered aspects of family law. These include divorce, contact and residence issues, and alternatives to litigation

    • Module code: LW52017
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    International Human Rights: Law, Theory & Practice module (LW52022)

    Examine laws, theories, and institutions for the protection of human rights. Also, examine factors affecting their practical implementation and effectiveness

    • Module code: LW52022
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Civil Court Practice module (LW52101)

    Learn about the current legislative provision in Scotland for civil court practice. This will allow you to develop your civil advocacy skills

    • Module code: LW52101
    • Credits: 10
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Intellectual Property Law module (LW52111)

    Learn the key legal concepts of Intellectual Property Law. This includes principles and rules in copyrights, trademarks, patents, designs, and trade secrets

    • Module code: LW52111
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    World Trade Organisation Law module (LW52132)

    Learn the components of World Trade Organization law. Also learn the impact of it on human rights, the environment, sustainable development, and just transition

    • Module code: LW52132
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Employment Law module (LW52133)

    Learn about aspects of Employment Law. This includes contracts, the Equality Act 2010, redundancies and unfair dismissals

    • Module code: LW52133
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Advanced Advocacy module (LW52134)

    Develop the existing skills and knowledge gained in the core criminal and civil modules delivered in semester one of the course

    • Module code: LW52134
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Personal Injury Elective module (LW52136)

    Learn the law and processes relating to personal injury claims in legal practice

    • Module code: LW52136
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Dispute Resolution module (LW52139)

    Learn about dispute resolution and alternate dispute resolution in Scottish legal practice. Enhance your skills in client communication and negotiation

    • Module code: LW52139
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Water Law module (LW52141)

    Learn about transboundary and national water law. This includes water rights, water quality, water resource management, water security, and water services

    • Module code: LW52141
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    International Arbitration and Adjudication module (LW52142)

    Learn the key components of international dispute resolution. You will gain a critical view of the work of courts and tribunals

    • Module code: LW52142
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 1
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Internship module (LW52143)

    Build upon, develop, and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in your taught LLM modules in a workplace setting

    • Module code: LW52143
    • Credits: 50
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Corporate Sustainability and ESG Law module (LW52146)

    Learn about sustainability standards for businesses. Also learn about Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment standards and requirements

    • Module code: LW52146
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Enforcing Debts Across Borders module (LW52147)

    Learn how legal frameworks enforce foreign money judgements and debt collection across borders

    • Module code: LW52147
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School
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    Mini-Devilling Scheme module (LW52148)

    A scheme for 5 diploma students to gain experience of the work of an Advocate. This is an opportunity to gain insight into the Faculty of Advocates

    • Module code: LW52148
    • Credits: 20
    • Level: 5
    • Semester: Semester 2
    • School: School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law
    • Discipline: Dundee Law School