Certificate in European Union Law 2

Overview

EU law comes from the treaties agreed between member states. EU law exerts an important influence on domestic legal orders in almost all areas of law. Where this is the case, specific questions concerning the applicability, interpretation and application of EU law arise. The course will provide students with an understanding of substantive European Union law through the study of the free movement of goods and persons; competition policy; social policy; equality of treatment and pay in employment and cooperation in criminal matters. Students will Identify trends in EU principles and policies and evaluate the role played by substantive rules of EU law in determining and implementing such principles and policies. On completion of the course, learners will be able to apply the rules and principles of EU law to realistic problem situations and analyse the impact of EU law on national legal systems. Students will also learn to access and use paper and electronic primary sources relating to the substantive law and the legal framework of the European Union. There will be a focus on Self-direct independent learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop strong and autonomous work and learning practices.