Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

  • describe and apply legal methods and basic principles of public law.
  • apply the laws concerning proceedings and treatment of information in governmental administration.
  • apply the laws concerning benefits and services in the welfare administration in a morally responsible manner.
  • demonstrate knowledge of the regulations regarding use of coercive means in welfare administration.
  • identify legal aspects of complex welfare related problems.

Contents

This course gives an overview of the legal system and an introduction to basic legal principles, legal methods and Human Rights in Norwegian law. Law regarding government administration and use of information (confidentiality and non-confidentiality) will be discussed. Main emphasis will be on regulations regarding benefits and services in the welfare system, including applicants¿ rights and duties. Main legal areas are social law, children law and health law. Regulations regarding use of coercive means will also be discussed.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and group work. Estimated workload is about 400 hours.

Examination requirements

Approved compulsory assignment (may be handed in individually or in groups of up till five students). More information in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Examinations

5-hour written examination with letter grades.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Admission for external candidates

No

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
JU-107 – Administrative and Welfare Law. 15
JU-201 – Legal Topics. 10
JU-200 – Administrative Law. 5
JU-301 – Norwegian Welfare Law. 5
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