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PY5315   Philosophy of Law

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: TBC

This module will introduce central elements in the philosophy of law by focusing on three sets of issues concerning criminal law. (1) The purpose and scope of the criminal law (2) The principles of criminal liability; (3) punishment and sentencing. Discussion of such questions will also show the ways in which philosophy of law overlaps with political and moral philosophy, and with the philosophy of action.

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC