Courses :: Module, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LAW

	Overview
	The goal of this module is to develop an understanding of the legal implications of technological advancement. This module will provide a survey of information technology law covering aspects of data protection, computer crime, intellectual property law, and internet regulation. Any aspect of this module may be changed in any given academic year, subject to the discretion of the module lecturer.

Overview

The goal of this module is to develop an understanding of the legal implications of technological advancement. This module will provide a survey of information technology law covering aspects of data protection, computer crime, intellectual property law, and internet regulation.

Any aspect of this module may be changed in any given academic year, subject to the discretion of the module lecturer.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Display an in-depth knowledge of Information Technology Law; Interpret a given factual matrix in light of the relevant law, summarise the main legal issues involved, and construct an opinion as to the legal position; Display the ability to independently research legal questions; Analyse the effectiveness and fairness of specific aspects of IT Law, and consider potential courses for reform; Place legal issues in the appropriate economic, political, and social context; Identify current areas of debate that are of importance to Information Technology Law and be able to assess competing arguments and adopt an original perspective.

Learning Outcomes

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LAW

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