Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module aims to acquaint students with the function of employment law and labour law in the context of both the individual and collective labour relationship. The module will explain the basic common law principles of employment law and labour law and teach and assess both Irish and EU legisative evelopments and their impact on the employment relationship. The module will address the key social, political and cultural policy arguments that underlie developments in employment law. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Analyse the functions of employment law and labour law. 2. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the important legal principles that underline the employment relationship by reference to relevant case law and legislation. 3. Solve legal problems with reference to case law and legislation. 4. Assess the influence of competing critical perspectives on employment law. 5. Appraise the role of the European Community in employment law and labour law. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative TopicsIntroduction to Employment Law-Critical Perspectives on the Employment Relationship. The Employment Contract-the Great Legal Fiction. Termination of employment-Wrongful, Unfair and Constructive Dismissal. Introduction to Employment Equality Law in Ireland. Equality in the Workplace-the Grounds of Discrimination. Harassment & Bullying in the Workplace. Health & Safety in the Workplace. Labour Law- Trade unions and Industrial Relations. The Future for Employment Law in Ireland.ActivitiesStudents will be expected (via the guidelines, links and suggested readings on Moodle) to read case law and legislation, academic articles and core texts; participate in class discussions and keep abreast of ongoing developments in this area of law. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 1009, Journal, 0, Irish Employment Law Journal, 1010, Journal, 0, Industrial Law Journal, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 07-SEP-06 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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