LLB (Hons) Law Bachelor's degree at the University of Stirling

Delict is an area of Scots law which can be traced back to Roman civil law and is commonly referred to as damages claims. It is similar to tort in England. It occurs when someone is hurt physically, mentally or financially and has a right to compensation or damages. It is a really interesting area of law, not least because of the range of legal cases it deals with and the odd situations people get into – one case is about a woman finding that she had drunk some ginger beer from a bottle which contained a snail! It is also an essential element of knowledge if you wish to practice law in the future. This module will also develop your writing and problem-solving skills. Location/Method of Study

This module is a requirement of the LLB and Accelerated LLB degrees and is tailored to the requirements of the Law Society of Scotland. You will have the opportunity to study law of contract and the law of promise in Scotland in its EU and international contexts. You will also be introduced to the law of evidence and how this applies in the civil context. This will help you gain an understanding of how the law of contract and promise have evolved as well as how the law is applied in contemporary times. This module provides an important foundation on which you can build your understanding of Scots private law. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Module Objectives The mo

This module is a requirement of the LLB and Accelerated LLB degrees and is tailored to the requirements of the Law Society of Scotland. It covers key areas of constitutional law and the legal system in Scotland. The module runs over the autumn semester and is taught in two-hour lectures and one-hour seminars. It will introduce you to some important building blocks for the study of law, including how law is made and enforced, how to research law and key aspects of constitutional law at all levels. The first semester is aimed at equipping you for the study of law and providing a solid base of knowledge in constitutional law. We will put the development of Scots law in its historical and consti

This module explores Scottish criminal law in context. It considers the means by which criminal law is made and enforced. You will examine in depth specific categories of crime, including: crimes against the person crimes of dishonesty crimes against property The law of evidence will be examined in relation to criminal matters, helping you to gain a broader understanding of the regulation and administration of justice. This module offers you opportunities to develop and articulate your ideas, developing personal confidence and communication skills. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Module Objectives Introduction and sources Actus reus and mens rea Voluntary acts and

Family law affects everyone. Knowing what the law provides can enable individuals to organise and plan their lives. When problems arise within the family, it is the legal system that will determine the outcome for family members who cannot resolve disputes themselves. This module is aimed primarily at LLB and Accelerated LLB students as part of the professional subjects required in an LLB to allow entry to the next stage of qualification as a solicitor, the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Module Objectives An overview of family law covering the definition of family, legal personality, children's rights, and parent-child relat

This introductory module in Public Law is a core requirement of the LLB and Accelerated LLB degrees and is designed to meet the academic and professional requirements of the Law Society of Scotland. As a first-year module delivered in the spring semester, it complements your study of constitutional law and the legal system in the autumn semester by introducing you to the foundations of public law within the constitutional framework of Scotland and the United Kingdom and enabling you to develop a clearer understanding of how public law operates across the areas of human rights and administrative law. Taught through a combination of lectures and seminars, the module provides you with essential

With more than 70% of the Earth’s surface being covered by water, aquatic environments have central importance for the conservation of global biodiversity and play key roles in the regulation of the global climate and the functioning of global geochemical cycles. Freshwater systems have high importance for biodiversity and for provision of a range of ecosystem services, but are increasingly impacted by human activities. As a result they are one of the most threatened habitats on Earth and require careful protection and management. In this module, you’ll learn the fundamentals about how these systems work, explore their structure and functioning, consider physical and chemical processes, a

A clear grasp of the foundational principles of genetics and evolution is critical for understanding and appreciating all biological processes and the complexity and diversity of the living world. Consequently, these principles have indispensable applications for health, agriculture, and conservation of biodiversity. In this module, you’ll learn fundamentals of genetics and evolution such as: how mechanisms of heredity and evolution affect populations and biodiversity; principles of transmission and population genetics; genetic and evolutionary inference from experimental results; practical skills in molecular biology, genetics, and evolution. By developing an understanding of the most impor

As we move from basic elements of programming towards building fully-functional industrial software, we need to take a structured approach to design that scales successfully. In this module, you’ll learn about the fundamental building blocks of computer science, and problem solving more generally. Data structures organise data in a well-defined manner, while algorithms process the data efficiently. The choice of structure or algorithm has benefits and consequences that largely determine if, and how fast, a problem can be solved. These concepts are a crucial foundation underpinning the design of more complex software. You’ll explore topics including: how to modularise software using object-or

Are you interested in data science or numerical analysis but lack the coding skills to analyse data effectively? Then this module is for you! Python is a versatile programming language with a wide range of applications in various fields. Some of the most common applications of Python include web development, data science, machine learning, scientific computing, and automation. Additionally, Python is popular among beginners and experts alike for its readability, ease of use, and extensive libraries that make coding simpler and faster. This module is designed to equip you with the foundational Python coding skills necessary to excel in data science and numerical analysis. In this module, you

Economics is much more than measuring inflation and maximising profit. At its heart, economics is a way of understanding interactions in everyday life, both with each other and our natural environment. In this module, you will use real-world problems such as climate change and inequality to learn the key concepts in economics. This module, like all our introductory teaching of economics, uses the CORE project as its syllabus. This data-driven, interactive, interdisciplinary and modern economics syllabus empowers you to actually do economics, not just learn economics. This is combined with an immersive and technology-enabled learning experience using debates and class experiments. You’ll expl

This expansive module is structured around the concept of revolutions, both literal and literary, and draws on writing from the medieval period to the present. You'll focus on understanding literary and historical contexts as crucial to the understanding of literary texts. You'll consider key concerns such as: legacies of colonialism foundations of feminism political and religious reformation The texts you'll study will develop your analysis of technical literary innovations, building on your close reading and critical writing skills. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Additional Costs There are no additional costs associated with this Module. Core Learning Outcomes O

This module will introduce the financial system, the markets within the system, various instruments and key concepts. It provides an overview of the roles of financial intermediaries, as well as the fundamental products that they trade. The module will include an historical consideration of the markets, as well as the investigation of current developments, to allow understanding of inter-relationships within the wider economy. An introduction to various financial securities will provide contexts for focus on key concepts of Finance. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Planet Core International Education/International Module Objectives Reading/watching both academic and

Managing personal finance is an important skill. Your grasp of it can affect your life in so many ways - from choosing the right credit card or savings account, to deciding whether to buy or rent a house. In this module you will learn how to evaluate your options in relation to personal financial planning and learn how to make informed decisions. You’ll gain an understanding of: the most important terms of financial products; how to evaluate these products for yourself; the steps needed to meet your financial targets. Using practical, real-life examples, you'll improve your knowledge and understanding of personal finance and gain critical financial life skills. Location/Method of Study Stirl

Building on the foundational understanding of key media debates, historical and contemporary media industries, and diverse analytical approaches developed in FMSU9A1, and the core analytical and close-reading practices introduced in FMSU9A2, this module deepens your engagement with film and media through creative and critical study of key theoretical perspectives. Using a historically informed approach, you will examine influential frameworks shaping the analysis and production of cinematic, television, and digital media texts within their industrial and institutional contexts. The module also introduces collaborative creative-critical content creation, developing groupwork, communication

Learning a language can change your life as it will unlock a world of travel destinations and global work opportunities. As you develop intercultural awareness, you will also learn more about your own language and culture. The module will also equip you with vital transferable skills including interpersonal and communication skills and critical analysis. This module will enable you to deepen your previous knowledge of the language in its global context. You will develop not only your understanding of a range of grammatical structures but also oral communication and listening skills in the target language to a good standard of proficiency, at A2 level within the CEFR (Common European Framewor

This module will build upon and further progress the skills and knowledge acquired in previous modules, whether you have started French at Stirling with FREU9A1 and FREU9A2 or with FREU9B1 and FREU9B2. The module will enable you to continue developing vital transferable skills that are an integral part of language learning, including interpersonal and communication skills. You will develop your confidence in using a range of more advanced grammatical structures, and you will consolidate your oral communication and listening skills at A2 level within the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), building to B1 on the CEFR by successful completion of the module. You will stu

This is a Beginners course and will work with the language at A1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. You will be working towards developing your language skills in four different areas: writing, listening, reading and speaking. This module is structured in multiple weekly language classes during which you will be exposed to the target language through activities involving grammar, phonetics, vocabulary, cultural bites, etc. in order to provide a variety of different learning opportunities for you to start an enjoyable and fruitful linguistic journey. There is also a weekly language workshop for all students on the module. Is this module right for you? Learning

Biogeography follows an ecological and evolutionary approach to understand the spatial and temporal changes in the distribution of species. The module will explore the role of geology, physical geography, and climate in creating new forms and patterns of life. Through this module, you’ll achieve a comprehensive understanding of our planet’s biota. It travels from the challenges of existing on planet Earth through to the Anthropocene and the biodiversity crisis. The module will also provide opportunities for you to develop your generic skills in analysing spatial and temporal ecological data. In this module, you’ll learn how biota live together in communities and ecosystems, the geographical

This introductory, survey module aims to provide you with an overview of Scottish medieval history in the period c.1100-1542, through a variety of approaches to the past, in particular viewing Scotland as a European kingdom. You’ll explore topics including: the origins of the kingdom; the medieval church; the medieval economy and environment; the wars of independence; late medieval kingship; medieval cultures and courts; renaissance monarchy. Through twice-weekly lectures, weekly small group 2-hour seminars, optional field-walks, online exercises and reading, we’ll seek to deepen history-specific intellectual skills or enlighten those studying history as a discipline for the first time. Loca

Is this module right for you? If you have recently studied written subjects such as English, History, Modern Studies or similar, where you have developed your essay writing, this might be a good fit for you. This is our introductory British History module and one of our core non-advanced modules for those students who wish to go on to complete a single honours History or Scottish History degree or a combined honours degree with History and another subject. It is also popular as a third subject with students who want to learn about the history of the country in which they are studying and/or acquire core transferable skills of critical evaluation and how to develop and support an argument. HI

This module will provide you with an understanding of the (changing) historical reputations of the lives of significant individuals - ranging from William Wallace, the Scottish medieval figure, to Nelson Mandela, the radical 'freedom fighter' and statesman. Participation will allow you to enhance skills in: written communication; analysis and investigation; library research; evaluating sources; constructing arguments; planning and organising; time management; discipline knowledge. Through lectures and seminars, you’ll learn how to appreciate the role played by historiography, politics and popular culture in sustaining, validating, questioning and reinventing the reputations of historical fig

This module provides you with an understanding of the influences upon the employment relationship and knowledge of effective people management practices. The module discusses the nature of work and the employment relationship. It further considers the impact of the psychological contract on the employment relationship and employment practices. Overarching is the theme of the HR function and how HR can contribute to organisational effectiveness and add value. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Planet Core International Education/International Module Objectives Group discussion/presentation providing a critical overview of work and employment. Case Study review of the e

Private international law is an area of domestic law which is applied to cases that come before the court that contain a cross-border element. The underlying purpose behind private international law is to avoid conflict of laws in order to achieve justice and international harmony. This module is designed to provide you with the knowledge to determine the relevant solutions to these cross-border legal problems by considering the rules of jurisdiction, applicable law, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments. This knowledge is fundamental for tackling cross-border legal problems that arise in civil and commercial matters, including the law of contract, delict, family law, and

Language is humanity's most distinctive feature and its most powerful tool, which has led to our unprecedented success as a species. Language and the Brain (LINU9L3) is all about what language is, and how we learn it. You'll explore topics such as: how human language differs from animal communication systems; how language is organised in our brains; how children learn language. You'll be supported by lectures and online content, and in a series of seminars you'll explore what we can learn from slips of the tongue, why people don't agree on what words mean, and why it's difficult even to define what a word is. You'll investigate how we learn to recognise and reproduce speech sounds, how we le

Analysis is a branch of mathematics of foundational importance. In this module, you will study the mathematical foundations of the real and complex number systems, and the theoretical underpinnings of calculus. For most, this will be your first module primarily concerned with theorems, and writing and understanding proofs. Rather than simply following established procedures, you will need to think creatively about how to use the tools at your disposal to tackle problems that may be unfamiliar. Through practice you'll begin to appreciate mathematical rigour and how to be sure of the careful truth of mathematical statements. The module will be taught through a combination of lectures, where we

Sustainability is a central and substantive part of the operating environment of all organisations. This module will help you to investigate the foundational concepts, theories, language and tools necessary to understand and enact sustainability within the management of all types of organisations. Location/Method of Study Stirling, On Campus/On Campus, UK Planet Core International Education/International Module Objectives The module the focuses on how sustainability (composed of social, environmental and economic) issues shape the way managers make decisions and act within organisations. The module has three sections: one, discussion of the three pillars of sustainability; two factors shapin

Marketing is everywhere in contemporary society. It plays a central role in business as it is concerned with the creation and retention of customers. This module offers an understanding of the key concepts and nuances of the subject in both theory and practice. You’ll explore the ways that a marketing approach can be implemented, and managed, in a range of situations and organisations. This module will also examine how understanding a customer centric approach to marketing can create competitive advantage in a dynamic business environment. You’ll explore: the core concepts of value and exchange; how consumer culture effects consumers; the marketplace, other institutions and society; how mark

How should you, as an individual, relate to wider society? This question is as old as philosophy itself. In this module, you’ll study different answers to this question that occur in the history of philosophy. These answers will also have a bearing on contemporary questions, such as: what is our obligation to obey political authority, why is free speech important, and how can philosophy be the antidote to certain kinds of evil that we encounter? The historical thinkers you'll study are Socrates in Ancient Greece; Thomas Hobbes in the seventeenth century; John Stuart Mill in the nineteenth century; Hannah Arendt in the aftermath of World War II. Reflecting on their answers helps us to reach o

This is an introductory module to certain central questions of philosophy, including: What is my mind, and how does it relate to my body? Do I really have free will? Is morality the same in all times and places, or is morality different in different cultures and eras? Is there a moral difference between causing harm and merely letting harm happen? What is it to know something? And what do I really know? For example, do I really know that I am not a brain in a vat being fed experiences quite different from how things actually are? This module does not assume any prior knowledge or study of philosophy. Nor does it assume that you have studied essay-based subjects at higher/A-level. You only ne

Politics is about the use of power, and cooperation, to address conflict within countries or across the globe. It is essential to learn how governments work, how citizens can participate to influence political processes, and how political systems change (for better or worse). These questions are not only foundational to the study of Politics but also speak to concerns of interest to all citizens of modern liberal democracies such as the UK. You will explore topics including: how people participate in elections, political parties, groups, or protest; who has power, and how they are held to account; the role of governments and non-governmental organisations, from local to national and internat

International politics is fundamental to understanding the world in which we live, being concerned with the ideas, interests, and institutions that frame the interactions of global actors and shape international outcomes. You'll develop your knowledge and understanding of international politics from the perspective of the system, actors and issues that shape our contemporary world. You will discover how power, anarchy, sovereignty, governance, conflict and cooperation shape and inform the world around us, and engage with some of the world’s most pressing global issues and political challenges. You'll explore topics including: war, peace and security; trade, finance, equality and development;

Humans are a highly social species and our interactions are extremely complex. In this module, you’ll consider how and why this complex sociality evolved and examine the cognitive and physiological mechanisms underlying these behaviours. Taking a comparative perspective, you’ll consider which aspects of human sociality and communication are unique and which are shared with other species. The topics you’ll explore include: vocal and non-vocal communication (such as facial expressions); social cognition (such as the theory of mind); social learning and culture; evolution of the social brain. This module will provide you with an understanding of human social behaviour from psychological, evolut

Learning a language can change your life as it will unlock a world of travel destinations and global work opportunities. As you develop intercultural awareness, you will also learn more about your own language and culture. The module will also equip you with vital transferable skills including interpersonal and communication skills and critical analysis. This module will enable you to deepen your previous knowledge of t he language in its global context. You will develop not only your understanding of a range of gramma tical structures but also oral communicati on and listening skills in the target language to a good standard of proficiency, at A2 level within the CEFR (Common European Fram

This module will build upon and further progress the skills and knowledge acquired in previous modules. You will develop your capacity to use a range of more advanced grammatical structures, and you will build your oral communication and listening skills to B1 level within the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). The module will also allow you to continue developing vital transferable skills that are an integral part of language learning, including interpersonal and communication skills. You will study cultural texts of areas of the world where the language is spoken, and you will develop your ability to produce a close analysis of these texts (written, audio, visual,

This is a Beginners course and will work with the language at A1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. You will be working towards developing your language skills in four different areas: writing, listening, reading and speaking. This module is structured in multiple weekly sessions during which you will be exposed to the target language through activities involving grammar, phonetics, vocabulary, cultural bites, etc. in order to provide a variety of different learning opportunities for you to start an enjoyable and fruitful linguistic journey. Is this module right for you? Learning Spanish can change your life as it will unlock a world of travel destinations and