Course and Module Catalogue

In this module you will learn the principles and practice of immigration and asylum law. You will develop an understanding of the nature, scope and processes of immigration and asylum law and be able to recognise and deal with the more commonly encountered problems and procedures. These include the right … For more content click the Read More button below.

The methods used to achieve the course objectives will include the following: All teaching sessions promote full student engagement with the learning process through the use of a variety of delivery techniques. Students analyse and discuss problems and case studies. The delivery is transactional in nature and as such all … For more content click the Read More button below.

The syllabus examines immigration law, with particular emphasis on entry clearance, and the asylum process. In each area students will deal with the processes from initial applications to preparing the case for a court hearing. An overview of both immigration and asylum proceedings is given followed by in depth consideration … For more content click the Read More button below. Right of abode and nationality.Regulation of immigration and asylum work.Entry clearance with particular emphasis on spouses, partners, business entrants, students and visitors.The definition of a refugee and the requisite elements of well founded fear, credibility, persecution, state protection and the convention reasons.Internal relocation in asylum claims.Safe third countries in the European context.Exclusions from protection under the refugee convention.Human rights in the immigration and asylum context.Deportation and removal.

The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines.  The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework and examinations.