This module will explore the legal status and rights of the family in its various forms, the law relating to family formation and the law recognising and regulating marital and family breakdown. The module will also examine the child's right to a family (including guardianship, custody and access as well as adoption) and the protection of vulnerable family members (including child protection and domestic violence).

1. Review the law relating to families in Ireland in light of the Constitution, the domestic legal framework and international human rights law.
2. Distinguish between the legal rights and duties attaching to various family units under Irish Law.
3. Examine the laws and legal remedies which govern breakdown in family structures.
4. Examine the legal protections and remedies available to victims of domestic violence under Irish law.
5. Examine rights and protections afforded to the child under Irish, EU and International Law;
6. Apply problem-solving skills and techniques to family law scenarios.
7. Present independent ideas and analysis of the fitness for purpose of Irish family law.
8. Present coherent legal argument on family law issues orally and in written form.

The purpose of this module is to outline the legal system of land ownership in Ireland. This will include the various estates and interests in land all in the context of The Land and Conveyancing Law Reform Act 2009. The module will then progress to consideration of further concepts such as adverse possession, co-ownership, mortgages, succession, the registration systems and the interaction of equity.

1. Explain and understand fundamental Land Law concepts and terms.
2. Describe the current system of land ownership in Ireland including reference to its historical origins.
3. Explain the various Irish freehold estates and lesser interests in land, their unique features and distinguish them from one another.
4. Explain the legal basis of the concepts of adverse possession and co-ownership and illustrate how they operate by investigation of case law and application to hypothetical scenario.
5. Define and describe the concept of a mortgage and land ownership registration systems.
6. Explain the law of succession as it applies in Ireland.
7. Explain and analyse the influence of equity on Land Law issues.

This module will: Provide an overview of the Irish criminal justice system and the first instance and appellate jurisdiction of the respective courts within that system. Provide an appreciation of the practice and procedure employed from the investigative stages of a criminal offence through to the conclusion of the trial process. Provide the knowledge and skills required to draft and process criminal proceedings from commencement to conclusion. Provide the knowledge and skills required to compose and present oral legal argument.

1. Examine the criminal investigation process.
2. Assess the first instance and appellate jurisdictions of the various courts within the Irish criminal justice system.
3. Distinguish between the summary and indictable processes and procedures.
4. Compose and present oral legal arguments in respect of a simulated court application.

This module explores the meaning of victimhood, the effects of victimisation, the role of the victim in the criminal justice system, the principal victimological theories and the development of victims’ rights and services. It examines the interaction between victims of particular categories of offences (e.g., sexual violence) and the criminal justice system.

1. Define and critically discuss the concept of victimhood and the rates and effects of victimisation;
2. Explain, illustrate and critically discuss the changing role of the victim in the criminal justice system and the development of victims rights and services;
3. Define and critically discuss the principal theoretical perspectives underpinning the study of victimology;
4. Identify and critically discuss the various challenges facing victims of specific types of crime as they journey through the criminal justice system (for example, victims of domestic abuse and victims of sexual violence);
5. Describe and critically discuss the role of the media in the portrayal of victims and victimisation.

This module provides a comprehensive interpretation of The Companies Acts 2014 and relevant case law, facilitating the application of the law to various scenarios. Key areas include the procedural requirements for companies, management of a corporation, members' rights and responsibilities, dealing with insolvency, and issues around corporate governance.

1. Analyse the advantages, disadvantages and consequence of incorporation, and both draft and interpret the required documentation.
2. Evaluate the contractual capacity of a corporation and the legal protections available to third parties.
3. Identify the rights and responsibilities of members and advise as to legal remedies.
4. Evaluate the different mechanisms for raising capital and the rules of capital maintenance.
5. Appraise the effectiveness of corporate governance regulations and compare and contrast the different corporate governance regimes in the world.
6. Analyse the powers and duties of company directors and the consequences of misconduct
7. Examine the nature and consequences of company and personal insolvency.

This course will examine the fundamental issues in public law. It will review and critique the numerous doctrines and concepts such as fair decision-making, the rule against bias legitimate expectations and how they have developed through case law. The supervisory jurisdiction of the High Court by way of judicial review will also be examined, including the scope of public law remedies and their discretionary nature. Tribunals of Inquiry and similar bodies, including an examination of their role and their relationship with the courts will be examined.

1. Discuss the nature scope and sources of administrative law inclusive of constitutionalism the rule of law, prerogative writs and parliamentary sovereignty.
2. Examine the concept of judicial decision making and accountability, judicial review, fair decision making, and the principles associated with this and the concept of bias.
3. Develop a proficiency over the concept of reasonableness and its development through case law.
4. Analyse the duty to give reasons.
5. Critique tribunals of inquiry and their role and relationship with the court

‘Mooting' is the written and oral presentation of a legal issue or problem which aims to give students an understanding of the law in action in the courts, by providing them with the opportunity to represent the parties to a hypothetical case, to prepare written arguments and to deliver an oral presentation to a Moot Court. By requiring active research, preparation of written memorials and presentation of oral submissions, Mooting develops students ability to construct cogent legal arguments and improves advocacy skills. The specific aims of this module are:- to acquaint students with the concept of a Moot Court- to teach students how to examine legal materials and use them to support legal arguments – to teach students how to prepare written materials for court- to teach students how to deliver oral presentations to the court. Mooting also enhances confidence in public speaking, general research, communication and presentation skills.

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the rules applicable to mooting
2. Apply legal knowledge to complex problems and draw reasoned conclusions through legal research which is supported by argument and legal authority.
3. Evaluate legal arguments in the light of statute law, judicial decisions and authoritative legal commentary and correctly cite cases using appropriate legal terminology.
4. Communicate as an effective team member, organising material, prioritising time and meeting deadlines thereby enhancing communication skills.
5. Argue a case on appeal, delivering cogent arguments supported by legal authority, counter-arguing submissions by opponents, answering questions and demonstrating courtroom etiquette.

This module considers the nature of the employment relationship, the contract of employment, the gig economy and the impact of COVID-19 on the employment relationship including remote working. An analysis is undertaken of employers' statutory and common law obligations to their employees including a focus on health and safety. The module concludes with a detailed analysis of redress and remedies available in Ireland.

1. Identify and discuss the relationship between the different sources of Irish employment law
2. Explain the important legal principles that underline the employment relationship by reference to relevant case law and legislation.
3. Appraise the substantive legal principles in a number of distinct areas of employment law
4. Discuss and apply the range of remedies available in employment litigation.

This module aims to equip learners with an appreciation and understanding of non-contractual civil obligations. A broad range of actionable torts will be delivered with an emphasis on the characteristics, principles, judgments and legislation arising therefrom. Learners will acquire an in-depth knowledge of the function and workings of the law of tort in modern society.

1. Distinguish between the characteristics of various Torts.
2. Analyse the range of conduct that attracts tortious liability.
3. Extract and critically analyse from relevant case law the key concepts, principles and rules of the Law of Tort.
4. Evaluate the public policy considerations underlying the legal principles of the Law of Tort.
5. Apply the key principles of the law to problem scenarios to predict likely outcomes.
6. Critique the defences and remedies available in the Law of Torts.
7. Analyse the overlap between tortious liability and other types of legal liability.
8. Evaluate the role of judicial activism in this area and its impact.

This module focuses on the various alternative dispute resolution mechanisms which are now available and encouraged as alternatives to the court system while developing an ability to discriminate between the options and determine the most appropriate option in a given scenario. Peractical experience in both negotiation and mediation form an integral part of module .

1. Enumerate and describe the alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
2. Debate the merits and deficiencies of each of the alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
3. Consider the application of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to a variety of scenario and appraise their effectiveness.
4. Critique, identify and recommend the suitability of a particular alternative dispute resolution mechanism in a particular case study.
5. Research, present, participate and review performance in a negotiation role play.
6. Plan coordinate, facilitate and evaluate the delivery of the first session of a mediation.
7. Evaluate and reflect on their performance and so develop their independent learning skills.

This module promotes the development of a range of skills required to be effective and competent in legal practice. The module is highly experiential with the student practising and developing skills through engaging in aspects of transactional and litigation based practice and various activities and tasks typically performed by the legal practitioner.

1. Employ interview techniques effectively to identify clients legal issue
2. Formulate and communicate information & legal advice in appropriate format and language
3. Select,review, modify and amend legal documentation and templates, in both hard copy and electronic formats.
4. Demonstrate competency in use of IT applications relevant to legal practice
5. Generate, compile and manage a case file.

This module will: Examine the mechanisms of law reform from an Irish and comparative International perspective Examine and understand the manner in which the Irish Law Reform Commission operates Develop the ability to analyse and critique existing Irish statutes and formulate proposals for reform of same.

1. Understand and evaluate the need for continuing law reform
2. Demonstrate an ability to analyse the manner in which the Oireachtas formulates legislation
3. Understand the manner in which the Law Reform Commission operates
4. Demonstrate an ability to formulate proposals for law reform.
5. Critique the merits of international legislation as a template for reform.

This module provides learners with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge gained in the programme in the work environment. Learners will gain experience of professional legal practice and have the opportunity to reflect critically on their own work practices.

1. Apply the duty of confidentiality within the legal environment and solicitor-client privilege.
2. Assess the importance of ethics and make ethical decisions.
3. Apply relevant provisions within the Law Society of Irelands Code of Good Professional Conduct for Solicitors
4. Develop good communication skills, both written, electronic and oral, in the work place context.
5. Work effectively under supervision
6. Apply legal theory and procedural knowledge within the legal workplace environment.
7. Interact professionally with clients, co-workers and supervisors/mentors.
8. Critically Reflect on their own learning and act accordingly.

This is a clinical legal education module with community engagement. It is a form of public legal education where learners teach law to a target audience using an interactive problem-based methodology. The learner's transferable skills and their understanding of the law and their own role within it are enhanced through experiential learning while providing a service to the community.

1. Develop an awareness of the community and social justice aspects of the law, the role of lawyers and their own role as law students.
2. Develop team-work, self-management and reflective skills under close supervision.
3. Plan and deliver Street Law (interactive problem-based) lessons in selected areas of Irish law.
4. Enhance interpersonal, communication and organisational skills through effective interaction (face to face or virtually) with the target audience, supported by an academic mentor(s) and digital resources.
5. Interact professionally with the target audience, their support staff, academic mentors and learners own colleagues.
6. Develop a belief in their own capacity to teach and understand law.

The purpose of this model is to introduce the student to a realistic experience and understanding of how the law works in practice by participation in simulated case studies. It will culminate in the application of their accumulated legal knowledge and problem solving skills in an initial client interview with a standardized client.

1. Evaluate by personal experience how the law works in practice.
2. Ascertain and evaluate the ethical context in which the law operates
3. Enhance and apply their knowledge and understanding of particular areas of law.
4. Apply generic and transferable skills to the practice of law, in particular communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Integrate their theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a simulated standardised client interactive role play.
6. Develop responsive and immediate analytical thinking skills.
7. Take a more active and reflective role in their learning.

The module will provide learners with a comprehensive overview of the legal landscape pertaining to the media, focusing on the role of the media, the often conflicting rights of freedom of expression and privacy, the interaction between the media and the courts, and examining contemporary issues in media law.

1. Describe and critically discuss the history and development of the media and its role in the 21st century;
2. Critically discuss freedom of expression in the context of the media, demonstrating the centrality of freedom of expression to the operation of the media through the appraisal of restrictions imposed on various forms of media expression such as violent and sexual expression;
3. Critically discuss the concept of privacy and, in particular, the meaning of privacy in the digital age;
4. Describe and critically discuss the interplay between the oft conflicting rights of freedom of expression and of privacy in the context of the media;
5. Describe and critically discuss the regulation of the various forms of media, including social media;
6. Describe and critically discuss the role of the media (in particular, the role of the press) in the administration of justice, the restrictions imposed on the media in this context and the rationale for such restrictions;
7. Identify, describe and critically discuss contemporary issues in media law.