Lectures
Independent learning – reading materials (conventional and e-learning);
Class discussion/debate; and
Project work/problem solving.
Module Aim:
The aim of the module is to give learners an introduction to the operation of the Irish Legal System in a farming context, explore aspects of Business Law, Probate Law, Succession Law, Land Law and Regulatory Issues, and extract the provisions of Irish and International Law which impact upon Farmers.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Critically evaluate the key principles of the law relevant to farm businesses.
LO2
Analyse problems and propose solutions by applying the law to specific situations.
LO3
Effectively communicate the legal principles relevant to farm businesses both orally and in writing.
LO4
Demonstrate knowledge of legislation at primary producer level
LO5
Examine the legislative structures that apply to the agri-food industry
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Irish Legal System and Legal Principles
Difference between criminal law and civil law; sources of law relevant to farming (Constitution/legislation/EU/international law); Principles of contract law.
Introduction to Land Law
Land Lease, Occupier’s Liability and Adverse Possession.
Structuring Your Farm Business
Sole Trader, Registered Farm Partnership, Succession Farm Partnership, Limited Liability Company, Collaborative Farming, and the legal concepts of separate legal personality and limited liability.
Introduction to Succession and Probate
Formal requirements of a valid will, rules governing intestacy, legal avenues to challenge a will, and enduring powers of attorney; Rules relating to CAT, Stamp Duty and Capital Gains Tax, and the reliefs available in respect thereof in a farming context.
Employment Law
Legal Obligations of Farmers who are Employers.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
20.00%
Project
50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Law Project (as prescribed)
1,2,3
50.00
n/a
Examination
In-class examination assessing students knowledge of Learning Outcomes 4 and 5
4,5
20.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
Terminal Exam
4,5
30.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment