Announcements
All announcements will be posted in the course resource centre after being shared via e-mail and the WhatsApp group.
Course WhatsApp Group
Joining the course's WhatsApp group offers several benefits that can enhance your learning experience. Firstly, it provides immediate and direct communication with the academy, ensuring you receive important updates promptly. You will also be notified of any cancellations or postponements of lectures, allowing you to stay informed and plan accordingly.
Additionally, the group serves as a platform for sharing ideas and collaborating with your coursemates, fostering a supportive learning community. We encourage you to join, by clicking on the button below, and actively participate in discussions, as this will enrich your academic journey.
Induction
Introduction Session
Follow the session held on Monday, 23 September, 2024, by clicking on the button below.
Passcode: Y3t#h8Vr
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Planning, Writing & Submitting and Assignment
This session is scheduled for Friday, 18th October, 2024, at 17:30. The link to the recording will be provided here afterwards.
Academy Documents
Kindly access the Students' Policies & Forms by clicking on the button below. The following documents, among others, can be found there: Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, Students' Privacy Notice, Deferral, Suspension, and Cancellation Policy, Assignment Extension Policy, Re-Sit Policy, Complaints Procedure Policy, Equality Policy, and Student Disciplinary Policy.
Referencing Style
Law students should use the OSCOLA referencing style as it is the standard citation system for legal writing in Malta. It ensures consistency, accuracy, and clarity when referencing legal sources, which is essential for academic and professional work. The video below provides detailed guidance on how to reference using OSCOLA. Please also refer to the OSCOLA Referencing Guide by clicking the button below
Modules
Below, you will find a link to the resource centre for each of the 17 modules in the study programme. These resource centres will be updated a few days before the first lecture of each module. In these centres, you will have access to lecture summaries, recommended reading lists, and any presentations or notes shared during the lectures, if applicable. These materials will be uploaded and made available after each lecture. Additionally, you will find links to the lecturers' biographies for each module, and where the assessment includes an assignment, there will be a link to download assignment questions and submission forms.
Submitting Assignments - Turnitin
The Academy will notify you via email when the assignment questions become available. Shortly after, you will receive another email from Turnitin, likely on the same day, confirming your enrolment in a "class" where you can upload your assignment(s).
Please ensure that your assignments are submitted no later than 23:59 on the assignment submission deadline, as indicated on the Assignment Submission form or in the Turnitin "class."
At 21 Academy, you have the option to submit multiple drafts before the final submission deadline. The version uploaded at the deadline will be treated as your final submission for assessment. Please note that Turnitin evaluates the same assignment twice within a 24-hour period, so any additional submissions during this time will not be reviewed until the 24-hour period has passed. Ensure that your final submission does not exceed 20% similarity, particularly when using direct quotations.
Follow this very short video to understand how to submit your assignment through Turnitin - Submitting a Paper
To understand the similarity report generated by Turnitin follow this 1 minute video - Understanding the Similarity Report
Schedule
| Module Name | Lecture Days | First Lecture | Last Lecture | Mode of Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltese Legal System | Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 1 October 2024 | 15 October 2024 | Self-Assessment Exam & Assignment |
| Criminal Law | Wednesdays | 16 October 2024 | 27 November 2024 | 2 Assignments |
| Company Law Fundamentals | Tuesdays | 22 October 2024 | 3 December 2024 | Multiple Choice Exam & 2 Assignments |
| Administrative Law | Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 4 December 2024 | 18 December 2024 | 2 Assignments |
| European Union Law | Tuesdays | 7 January 2025 | 18 February 2025 | 2 Assignments |
| Legal Research and Interpretation Methodology | Wednesdays | 8 January 2025 | 19 February 2025 | 2 Assignments |
| Principles of Commercial Law | Tuesdays | 25 February 2025 | 18 March 2025 | Multiple Choice Exam & 1 Assignment |
| Principles of Competition Law | Wednesdays | 26 February 2025 | 26 March 2025 | Multiple Choice Exam & 1 Assignment |
| Constitutional Law | Tuesdays | 25 March 2025 | 10 June 2025 | 2 Assignments |
| Information and Communication Technology Law | Wednesdays | 2 April 2025 | 28 May 2025 | 2 Assignments |
| Principles of Civil Law | Wednesdays | 1 October 2025 | 19 December 2025 | 3 Assignments |
| Maltese Education Law and Data Privacy Implications in the Education Sector | Tuesdays | 7 October 2025 | 18 November 2025 | Self-Assessment Exam & 1 Assignment |
| Overview of Tax Law | Tuesdays | 25 November 2025 | 7 January 2026 | 2 Assignments |
| Employment and Industrial Relations Law | Tuesdays | 13 January 2026 | 3 February 2026 | Oral & Essay |
| Civil Procedure | Wednesdays | 14 January 2026 | 20 May 2026 | Oral |
| Gaming Law | Tuesdays | 17 February 2026 | 17 March 2026 | 2 Assignments |
| Banking and Finance Law | Tuesdays | 24 March 2026 | 5 May 2026 | 2 Assignments |