Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. Problem Solving
Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various legal scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which
will develop their analytical and communication skills. E-Learning - the module will be
supported with on-line learning materials. Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent
learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to provide students with a solid knowledge and understanding of selected criminal offences and defences.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Recognise a range of non-fatal, property and deception offences in Irish criminal law and demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the key elements of each.
LO2
Identify the various defences which may be available to a defendant in a criminal case and demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the key elements of each.
LO3
Analyse the law and employ knowledge and understanding in solving relevant problems.
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.
Rape • Sexual Assault • Sexual Acts with Children • Other offences of sexual exploitation
Property and Deception Offences
The Criminal Justice (Theft and Fraud) Offences Act, 2001. o Theft o Robbery o Burglary (including Aggravated Burglary) o Handling and Possession of Stolen Property o Forgery o Other Deception Offences • The Criminal Damage Act 1991 o Criminal Damage and Arson• Cybercrime and hacking activities - Criminal Justice (Offences Relating to Information Systems) Act 2017
Defences
Insanity o Automatism o Intoxication o Lawful Use of Force o Duress o Necessity o Mistake o Infancy o Consent o Entrapment
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Examination
In-class assessment comprising a series of short questions and structured problem scenarios.
1,2,3
50.00
n/a
Project
Students will be assigned either a hypothetical problem scenario or essay in second half of semester. They will be required to research the issues involved, in accordance with clearly defined instructions and present their findings and proposals.
1,2,3
50.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment