Law

Adult Family Law

Module code: M6008
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Essay

On this module, you’ll explore the key rules and principles of adult family law, focusing on how they apply to marriage, unmarried cohabitation, civil partnerships, domestic violence, divorce, child support, financial provision on divorce and alternative family dispute resolution methods.

Key topics include:

• central principles such as autonomy, privacy, and freedom from discrimination
• the application of family law rules in social and political contexts
• critical reflections on how family relationships are regulated and whether existing rules are appropriate.

The module combines theoretical perspectives with practical insights, encouraging you to analyse both the principles and real-world applications of adult family law.

Module learning outcomes

• Systematically explain, analyse and apply the important legal principles and rules affecting adult family law.
• Systematically explain and analyse the most important policy considerations that underpin the rules and principles governing adults sharing a family life
• Present a reasoned argument in which the rules of adult family law are applied
• Demonstrate the ability to initiate and undertake independent research to develop critical perspectives on adult family law