The aims of this module are:

To stimulate academic and practical interest in a complex area of law.

To develop a solid knowledge and understanding of the main legal principles and issues of Banking Law within its social, economic and political context.

To encourage and stimulate critical thinking, challenging students to explore the wider social, economic and political context to banking laws.

To develop a strong and varied research skills base.

(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of key legal principles relating to the business of banking.

(LO2) Students will be able to demonstrate a critical understanding of the effectiveness of legal interventions designed to protect consumers, the economy, and prevent financial crime.

(LO3) Students will formulate an awareness of the social, economic, and political motivations that underpin legal interventions in this area of the law.

(LO4) Students will be able to identify and critique contemporary debates in the area

(LO5) Students will be able to undertake effective research in the field of banking law.

(S1) Critical thinking

(S2) Communication (oral and written) skills – oral skills will be developed in class seminars, whilst written skills will be advanced in the final written assessment.

(S3) Time and project management - personal organisation. The module will have clearly set deadlines and tasks.

(S4) Academic writing (including referencing) skills – students will develop this specific communication skill through writing the coursework.

(S5) Research skills – students will be asked to do independent research to engage with literature and other resources.

(S6) Improving own learning/performance - reflective practice.

(S7) Engagement with a wider audience – students will develop this communication skill through writing their blog post.

Indicatively, subjects covered in any given year may include:
•Structure of the Sector and Support Mechanisms;
•Banking Regulation, Bank Failure, and Resolution;
•Legal Nature of the Bank Account;
•Bank / Customer Relationship;
•Anti-Money Laundering;
•Future of the Sector – New Challenges (Crypto and Online Banks).

Teaching Method 1: Lectures
Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 11 x 2 Hours (22 hours)
Description: Lectures will provide students with a broad overview of the subject area, as well as a structure to follow to aid comprehension and facilitate independent study and analysis of key issues.
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2: Seminars
Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 4 x 1.5 Hours (6 hours)
Description: Interactive seminars focusing on the key issues raised by the module.
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Teaching Method 3: Workshop
Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 1 x 2 Hours (2 hours)
Description: Workshop covering assessment guidance and skills.
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 3: Workshop
Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 1 x 2 Hours (2 hours)
Description: Workshop covering assessment guidance and skills.
Attendance Recorded: Yes