Curricula

Objectives

The students have an general view of the enforcement system and the organization of authorities. They are familiar with different grounds for execution and related legal effects, the general principles of execution proceedings, and the central regulations on execution, custody and visitation rights. They know the main principles of international enforcement.

Content

The progress of enforcement, limitation, debtor’s protection, privileges in enforcement, appealing, international enforcement

Learning materials and recommended literature

Lecture materials, relevant legislation; Recommended eBook: Linna, T & Leppänen, T: Ulosotto-oikeus I: Ulosottomenettely, 2014. Alma Talent Oy

Teaching methods

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

Exam is in the Moodle 13 th. of May 2022.The first resit exam will open on 16 th of May 2022 and close on 17 th of May 2022. The second resit exam will open on 20. May 2022 and close on 21 May 2022. Retake will be possible during that time without a time limit.

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:
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 / learning exercises 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

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)

Assessment is based on knowledge, skills and competence in accordance with the National and European Qualifications Framework, Level 6.

Prerequisites

Principles of legal knowledge and a command of how to retrieve and analyse legal information