Introduction to Law

Instance: 2017/2018 - 1S

Cycles of Study/Courses

Last updated on 2017-07-13.

Fields changed: Objectives, Resultados de aprendizagem e competências, Componentes de Avaliação e Ocupação, Obtenção de frequência, Programa, Métodos de ensino e atividades de aprendizagem

Teaching language

Objectives

This subject is designed to provide students with knowledge about the concepts and general notions of Law required for their future professional activities. Students will be able to understand the legal terminology, the sources of law, the legal system and the rule of law. But we also intend to provide basic and extensive knowledge about the legal framework (national, EU and international) underlying the law of communication.

Learning outcomes and competences

It is intended to provide students with the necessary foundations for understanding the legal terminology, the sources of law, the legal system and the rule of law. But it is intended, also, to provide essential knowledge of the widest possible legal framework (national, EU and international) relating to communication.

Working method

Program

I – Introduction II - Background and introduction to the study of law II. 1. The legal relationship II.2. The individuals - personality, legal capacity and capacity to exercise rights II.3. Personality rights II.4. Legal persons II.5 Concept, elements and formation of legal business III - The legal framework of publicity IV - Fundamental principles of communication – freedom, pluralism, independence. IV.1 The rules of Communication Law 1. In international law (Universal Declaration of Human Rights); 2. In EU law 3. In national law at constitutional level at legislative level V – The legal regime of contents and communication V.1 The press V.2 The radio V.3 The television VI – The regulation of contents and communication VI.1 - Statute and mission of the media regulatory authorities.

Mandatory literature

Teaching methods and learning activities

Programme contents will be taught in theory and practical lectures. Expository theoretical and practical classes. Practical classes are intended to clarify and explain concepts introduced during the theory classes and for the presentation of practical cases or practices based on real situations. Tutorials aim at constantly supervising students, in particular with regard to assessment related work required of them. Students will be motivated to interact and provide feedback on cases or situations presented, in both theory and practical classes.

Evaluation Type

Assessment Components

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

Eligibility for exams

To be eligible for continuous evaluation, students must attend 75% of all course hours.

Calculation formula of final grade

Continuous evaluation - 100% or final exam - 100%

Examinations or Special Assignments

All students admissible to special exam due to conclusion of studies (September) must submit a practical work (paper) relating to a subject agreed with the teacher. 

Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)

Not applicable.

Classification improvement

In accordance with the Evaluation Regulations in force.