This course examines some of the principles and elements of criminal law. You will be introduced to the different sources of criminal law, the elements of criminal offences and you will explore the substantive topics of homicide, including the categories of manslaughter, defences to homicide such as self defence, sex offences and non fatal offences against the person through the discussion of relevant case law and legislation. .

You will spend time in analysis and problem solving in these areas of criminal law to further your appreciation of the substantive criminal law and to develop your ability to apply research and analytical skills to other areas of study