Sports Law 2 (M6029)
Sports Law 2
Module M6029
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
In further developing the understanding and application of the legal principles introduced and analysed in Sports Law 1, this module will begin by covering issues of tort law in the specific context of sport. This includes the civil liability of participants, coaches, referees and National Governing Bodies of Sport. Examination of the intersection between sport and the criminal law will focus on applicable offences, the role of consent to violence in sport and, matters concerning public disorder, racism and hooliganism. The module will also critically consider the liability for dangerous premises and dangerous events, with additional scrutiny of stadium disasters and spectator safety in sport. Furthermore, employment contracts in sports will be analysed, with particular emphasis on the relationship between sportsmen and sportswomen and their employers.
Module learning outcomes
Identify and critically assess the legal values, interests and responsibilities of stakeholders operating in sport
Apply knowledge and understanding to critically examine the intersection between sport and the law in specific contexts
Undertake informed and critical research of emerging sports law issues
Make use of and apply relevant authorities (statutes, case law, reports, articles etc.), including those from a comparative and international perspective, to undertake such analysis
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (2500 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 | 10101010100 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00000000001 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Neil Partington
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