LAW: INTRODUCTION AND CIVIL LAW
 
Lectured in 1st year Social work
1ste jaar Sociaal werk
Theory [A] 39.0
Exercises [B] 0.0
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 117
Studypoints [E] 4
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer Jan FIERS
Reference SGSWKX01A00179
 
Key words
Law (introduction and civil law)

Objectives
The first part, Introduction to Law, is preparatory to the other legal courses in the curriculum. It is meant to teach basic legal principles needed for courses as civil, constitutional, administrative, youth and social law.
The second part, Civil Law, addresses those legal issues which will be most encountered in professional situations.

Topics
I) Introduction to law: - sources of law - institutional organization of the state - general principles of law
II) Civil Law: - introduction to family law (including inheritance) - introduction to the law of contracts, goods and liability

Prerequisites
None

Final Objectives


Materials used
Teacher's course, background information.
Website: http://docent.hogent.be/~jfs672

Study costs
ca. € 4.

Study guidance
Individually.

Teaching Methods
Lectures, case studies.
Internet Support

Assessment
Written examination.

Lecturer(s)
Jan FIERS