Internet Law and Regulation (M3111)
Internet Law and Regulation
Module M3111
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This 15 credit module, taught over one term, will introduce students to the legal issues raised by the Internet. The module will begin, therefore, with a discussion of the various schools of thought about the application of law to the Internet. It will also familiarise students with the history of communications legislation in the United Kingdom, as well as essential case law. Students will be made familiar with the dual role of communications network users as both consumers and citizens, and the economic and human rights arguments pertinent to each category. This will prepare students for later discussion of the case law and legislation of the European Union and the Council of Europe, as well as comparative analysis of US legislation and case law. The relevant domestic, European and international laws will be scrutinised so that students will gain an understanding of the major regulatory regimes applicable to the Internet.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the competing philosophical perspectives on the application of law to the Internet
Evidence a critical understanding of Internet regulation.    
Demonstrate recognition of how the laws that pertain to the regulation of the Internet reflects rights-based (such as privacy and freedom of expression) issues.
Demonstrate an applied knowledge of the concept of intermediary platforms, the solution to liability concerns for different categories of ISPs, and the enforcement of content laws to the various categories of platform
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (3000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Tue 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 01010101010 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Beatriz Kira
Convenor, Assess convenor
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