Unit DL304: Academic and Research Skills for Law

Unit code: D/650/3554

RQF level: 3

Unit Aim

To develop academic research skills and the language skills needed to be able to formally present academic research in a legal context, both in writing and orally.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcomes When awarded credit for this unit, a learner will:	Assessment Criteria Assessment of this learning outcome will require a learner to demonstrate that they can:
1. Be able to assess own academic competence.	1.1 Assess own academic strengths and weaknesses including academic English language skills. 1.2 Set targets for improvement using the self-assessment.
2. Know how to research information using primary and secondary methods.	2.1 Outline the process for carrying out primary research from different sources. 2.2 Outline the process for carrying out secondary research from different sources. 2.3 Explain the possible consequences of whistle blowing.
3. Be able to take effective notes from a variety of sources.	3.1 Note key points of information from a variety of sources using active listening skills and reading strategies. 3.2 Paraphrase and summarise the information.
4. Be able to plan and draft a piece of research.	4.1 Create a plan for research on a chosen topic in Law. 4.2 Draft a piece of research work using appropriate reference techniques.
5. Be able to produce academic work.	5.1 Produce academic work to a professional standard using theexisting draft.
6. Be able to reflect on ow academic progress.	6.1 Reflect on own academic progress including, development of academic skills and academic English language skills. 6.2 Develop action plan for further improvement.