Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- analyse the differences between different forms of discrimination and contribute to the underlying doctrinal and jurisprudential debates;
- critically evaluate the challenges which arise in the practical application of Equality Law and appraise the enforcement tools which have been developed to address those challenges;
- identify gaps and weaknesses in this area of law and contribute to the doctrinal and policy debate on how to address them, taking into account the wider legal, political, economic and social context.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- primary sources of Equality Law and use them to develop your own critical opinion on key and controversial aspects of this area of law;
- the different protected grounds and assess the differences between the levels of protection afforded for each of them;
- the nature, principles and functions of Equality Law and the main features of its sources and institutions;
- the significance and influence of European Union Law and other international standards on UK equality law.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- conduct independent study and self-directed research to produce clear, orderly and well-structured opinions regarding topical developments.
- analyse, synthesise and draw your own conclusions from complex written texts;
- apply your knowledge to solve complex actual or hypothetical problems;
- formulate and communicate arguments and your own viewpoints effectively in writing demonstrating an awareness of academic integrity;
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Type | Hours |
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Tutorial | 10 |
Revision | 40 |
Seminar | 20 |
Wider reading or practice | 20 |
Follow-up work | 10 |
Preparation for scheduled sessions | 40 |
Completion of assessment task | 10 |
Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Internet Resources
European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions (Eurofound).
EU Fundamental Right Agency (FRA) [excellent reports and surveys on equality issues].
International Labour Organisation.
In particular, the TUC Equality Audit 2014.
European Working Conditions Survey 2010.
ACAS.
Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC).
European Commission, Special Eurobarometer 437. Discrimination in the EU in 2015.
Equality and Discrimination Law Expertise Blog.
Trade Union Congress (TUC), Equality Issues.
Textbooks
Doyle, B, et al (2010). Equality and Discrimination: The New Law. Jordans.
Khaitan, T (2015). A Theory of Discrimination Law. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Hepple, B (2014). Equality: The New Legal Framework. Hart.
Sargeant, M (2013). Discrimination and the Law. Routledge.
Monaghan, K (2013). Monaghan on Equality Law. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
O'Dempsey, D (2013). Discrimination in Employment. A Claims Handbook. LAG.
Wadham, J, et al (eds) (2012). Blackstone’s Guide to The Equality Act. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Cabrelli, D (2016). Employment Law in Context; Text and Materials. Oxford: OUP.
Fredman, S (2012). Discrimination Law. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Assessment
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Blog contribution
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Furthermore, you will also receive feedback: - On your performance in tutorials (orally). - On a selected tutorial question (in writing). - During seminars (regarding your answers to questions asked during the session). - During revision sessions. - During feedback hours. You will also be encouraged to self-assess your progress relying on a range of materials which will be made available on Blackboard.
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: Yes
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Exam | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Exam | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Exam | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External