Information Law and Information Technology Law/Essay (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

After the course, the student will have
- an understanding of the terms “Information Law” and “Information Technology Law”
- extensive knowledge concerning a specific topic within these areas of law
- practiced skills needed for legal information retrieval, research and academic writing.

Execution methods

The length of the essay should be approximately 15 pages. The subject of the essay will be chosen by the student in accordance with the teacher, who will provide further information and instructions, including guidance about possible sources. The student will be expected to search for additional sources.

A general introductory meeting will be organized once each semester. The essay can be submitted for assessment both during the Autumn semester and the Spring semester within the time limits agreed with the teacher.

Accomplishment methods

Introductory meeting with the teacher, independent study and essay.

Content

Possible course contents include all aspects of Information Law and Information Technology Law, including but not limited to:
- privacy and data protection
- freedom of expression and censorship
- cybercrime
- surveillance and law enforcement in online environments
- intellectual property rights (especially in cyberspace and in relation to new technologies)
- regulation of data and technologies such as AI or blockchain

Location and time

Instructions will be available in the Moodle workspace, where the essay must also be submitted.

Materials

The course does not have mandatory reading. However, the following literature is suggested as a starting point for students considering their topic. Additional literature and possible sources should be discussed with the teacher. - Lloyd I., Information Technology Law, 8th Edition, Oxford University Press, Oxford 2017 - Kelleher D., Murray K. (eds.), EU Data Protection Law, Bloomsbury Professional, London 2018 - Rowland D., Kohl U., Charlesworth A., Information Technology Law, 4th Edition, London 2012 - Saarenpää A., Sztobryn K. (eds.), Lawyers in the Media Society, University of Lapland, Rovaniemi 2016

Teaching methods

Introductory meeting, independent study and essay.

Completion alternatives

If the student is unable to participate in the common introductory meeting, a one-on-one meeting with the teacher can be arranged upon request (also online, if needed).