Curricula

Objectives

The object of the course
Labour law is a legal area that concerns everyone, employees and employers alike. You will need knowledge of labour and civil service law constantly in your work, irrespective of whether you work in the private or public sector.

Operating in a workplace
Sustainable development


The learning objectives of the course
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law. You understand the differences between an employment and public-service relationship. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case. You are able to draw up employment contracts.

Content

Characteristics of an employment and public-service relationship
Establishment and termination of an employment and public-service relationship
Rights and obligations of the employee and the employer
Legal practice

Learning materials and recommended literature

Lecture materials, relevant legislation; Recommended eBooks:
Koskinen, S., Kairinen. M., Nieminen, K., Nordström, K., Ullakonoja, V. & Valkonen, M. Työoikeus: juridiikka. 2004. Helsinki. Talentum Media.
Koskinen, S. & Kulla, H. Virkamiesoikeuden perusteet. 2019. Helsinki. Alma Talent Pro.

Teaching methods

Even though the course is offered during the day, the implementation is such that it can also be completed by multi-disciplinary students.The course will be completed by attending lectures that will be provided in the form of both classroom and online lectures (webinar) as well as by independently watching online lectures provided by external parties. In addition, the course includes learning assignments and exercises as well as classroom pair/group assignments.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

The grade of the study course is determined on the basis of the final exam held in Moodle on November 22 - 24, 2024.
If the exam is rejected, a re-exam will be held in Moodle for these parts. The first re-examination opens on Friday 6 December 2024 at 7:00 a.m. and closes on Sunday 8 December 2024 at 11:59 p.m. The second re-examination opens on Friday 13 December 2024 at 7:00 a.m. and closes on Sunday 15 December 2024 at 11:59 p.m. More detailed information about the exam will be announced in Moodle in connection with the exam.

Alternative completion methods

The use of an optional completion method is subject to a well-founded reason that will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Student workload

The learning assignments will mainly consist of court cases related to the application of legislation and the preparation of documents. Two (2) weeks have been reserved for completing each learning assignment so that the assignment will open and close at a specified time.
Student workload in hours:
face-to-face hours 22 h
virtual learning 38 h (including an online exam)
independent pair/group work 35 h
independent study / completion of learning assignments 40 h

Content scheduling

The lectures will be held on a weekly basis on a variety of topics. At the same time, the student will complete learning assignments/exercises in accordance with the given schedule. The pair assignments/exercises conducted in lieu of the weekly lectures will be separately agreed upon in connection with the classes.

Further information for students

Written feedback on the learning assignments every 3 to 4 weeks after the expiry of the time limit given for returning the assignment. The pair/group assignments conducted or presented during the class will be reviewed and feedback will be received on them during the class, and they also involve self and peer assessment.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Adequate 1
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law. You understand the differences between an employment and public-service relationship. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case. You are able to draw up employment contracts.

Satisfactory 2
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law and are able to apply them in connection with assignments. You understand the differences between an employment and public-service relationship and the position of a municipal officeholder. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case and the applicable points of law. You know the main rules related to the establishment of an employment contract.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law and are able to apply them in connection with assignments. You understand the differences between an employment and public-service relationship and the position of a municipal officeholder as well as the employee’s and the employer’s rights and obligations. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case and the applicable points of law. You know the main rules related to the establishment of an employment contract.

Very Good 4
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law and are able to apply them in connection with learning and work assignments. You are familiar with the employee’s and the employer’s statutory rights and obligations. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case and the applicable points of law and resolve the case in accordance with the instructions provided. You know the main rules related to the establishment of an employment contract and the related terms and conditions.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You are familiar with the legislation governing labour and civil service law and the general principles pertaining to labour and civil service law and are able to apply them in connection with learning and work assignments. You are familiar with the employee’s and the employer’s statutory rights and obligations and know the related legal practice. You recognise the legal question at stake in the court case and the applicable points of law and are capable of analysing the case in a versatile way, showing problem-centred resolving ability. You know the main rules related to the establishment of an employment and public-sector employment contract and the related terms and conditions and are able to give instructions for the preparation of an employment contract.

Prerequisites

Contract Law