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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 05/04/2022 09:26:50
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Title of Module: Applied Law for Social Work Practice |
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Code: SWPG11001 |
SCQF Level: 11
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 20 |
ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Education & Social Sciences |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | D
Sidhva |
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| Summary of Module |
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This module will provide students with an opportunity to develop an understanding of the law and its application as directly relevant to social work practice in Scotland.
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
L1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of social work as a legally mandated profession.
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Demonstrate the ability to apply an understanding of legislation to practice based problem based scenarios.
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Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the relationship between law and professional ethics.
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Demonstrate the ability to source and apply relevant case law to professional decision-making.
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Demonstrate an understanding of the legal basis of equalities and human rights legislation in Scotland. |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 11.
Students will leave this module with a critical understanding of key pieces of social work legislation which they will be using regularly in their practice.
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| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 11.
Students will have learned to apply the law to complex case scenarios, thus preparing them to do so in practice.
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| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Students will apply critical understanding of issues and developments informed by case law and interpret legal opinions, as well as enhance their understanding of legal terminology related to the social work profession
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| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Students will be expected to use software such as the Westlaw online system and to locate articles, cases, and pieces of legislation
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| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 11.
Students will be expected to take responsibility for own work, complete group exercises applying the law to specific situations, debating the use of law, and then contributing to the over-all class discussion
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* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.
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| Learning and Teaching |
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| Significant elements of this module will be delivered online, with opportunities for meaningful campus-based engagement. Learners will be required to engage with resources on the university’s Learning Experience Platform (LEP) and/or Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). |
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 24 |
| Laboratory/Practical Demonstration/Workshop | 12 |
| Independent Study | 164 |
| 200
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Davis, G. and Gordon, J. (2021) Social Work and the Law in Scotland, Open University Press
Guthrie, T. (2018) Social Work Law in Scotland. Edition 4, Bloomsbury Professional
Maclean, S. and Shiner, M. (2018) Social Care and the Law in Scotland - 11th Edition, Kirwin Maclean Associates Company
Wood, L., Anderson, C., Quiroz-Onate, D. Richmond, J. Sharp, L., Stuart, A. and Taylor, L. (Eds). (2017) Social Work Law in Scotland, W. Green
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure
Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
In line with the Academic Engagement and Attendance Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with: timetabled sessions (whether online or in-person); course-related learning resources including those accessed via the LEP/VLE and if they complete assessments and submit these on time. |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Psychology & Social Work |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Ug/Pg Social Work & CDAS |
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| Moderator | G Graham |
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| External Examiner | S. Lucas |
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| Accreditation Details | Scottish Social Services Council |
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| Version Number | 2.01 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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To successfully complete the module students will be required to complete:
A class test utilising an online platform. The class test will consist of both multiple-choice questions and questions that require concise text-based responses.
Standard University regulations apply to the pass thresholds for postgraduate modules.
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(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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Aligned with the overall commitment to equality and diversity, the module supports equality of opportunity for students from all backgrounds and with different learning needs. Learning materials will be presented electronically in formats that allow flexible access and manipulation of content. The module complies with University regulations and guidance on inclusive learning and teaching practice. Specialist assistive equipment, support provision and adjustment to assessment practice will be made in accordance with UWS policy and regulations. The University’s Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Policy can be accessed at the following link: http://www.uws.ac.uk/equality/
Our partners are fully committed to the principles and practice of inclusiveness and our modules are designed to be accessible to all. Where this module is delivered overseas, local equivalent support for students and appropriate legislation applies.
(N.B. Every effort will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues brought to the attention of the School.)
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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