Question: Critically analyse the definition of “terrorism” in light of domestic and international law. What are the problems associated with the definition and what problems do these pose for states and governments at national and international level?
Assignment Task
Assignment: Choose one of the following titles for your coursework based on comparative law analysis and provide an answer in no more that 2,000 words:
1. “The United Kingdom government has led the way in addressing so-called ‘honour’ killings, ‘honour’-based violence/abuse (HBV/A) and forced marriage in law”. Critically discuss this statement whilst undertaking comparative legal analysis with Turkish law.
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2. “The Burqa and hijab bans in France represent a stark contrast in comparison to English law and the protection of religious freedoms”. Critically analyse whether religious clothing should be banned in state institutions (hijab) and public places (burqa) in light of French and UK law.
Or
3. With reference to legislation, relevant case law and proposals for reform, critically evaluate the current state of the law on assisted dying in the UK, from both ethical and legal perspectives. Your discussion must include comparative analysis of legal systems that have legalised assisted dying.
Or
4. Critically analyse the definition of “terrorism” in light of domestic and international law. What are the problems associated with the definition and what problems do these pose for states and governments at national and international level?
Or
5. Choose your own independent topic that addresses an international comparative law
question. The topic and law chosen must raise comparative legal issues with regards
to international law/legal systems and must be topical.
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Module Learning Outcomes Assessed
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
1. Explain the underpinnings and sphere of application of the English, European and international legal systems through the use of advanced theoretical approaches and practical case examples.
2. Critically assess the English, European and international legal systems and understand, at an advanced level, the interrelationships between them.
3. Employ high level legal skills, engage in advanced independent learning and carry out reflective practice appropriate for continuing legal and/or non-legal academic and professional development.
4. Carry out and use independent research into a wide range of complex material on comparative legal systems and engage in sophisticated analysis, synthesis and evaluation, communicating thought-out conclusions clearly and coherently in writing.
