| Code | LW6639 |
|---|---|
| Duration | From 13th September for 6 weeks |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| Qualifications | CPD Module |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Fees | €600 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | Closed for applications. |
| Course Delivery Method | Online |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | TBC |
Outline
Module Objective: To provide you with an in-depth understanding of the legal and regulatory issues and challenges arising from the increased use of technological innovations in financial services (FinTech).
Module Content: The course addresses: the contemporary digitalisation of financial services; the examples of technological advances in recent years (ranging from cryptocurrencies to blockchain to smart contracts as well as the parallel trends in AI, Big Data analytics and cloud computing); the expansion of these technological developments to other areas of commercial practice; the effects of 'disruptive innovation' for the banking sector; the applicable law and the resulting regulatory gaps; and the approaches which have been adopted in various jurisdictions to regulate the progress of FinTech.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:
- Identify the relevant legal and regulatory issues and challenges arising from FinTech;
- Recognise the development and the purposes of the underlying technologies associated with FinTech;
- Describe and critically analyse the options for appropriately regulating for the growth of FinTech;
- Conduct masters-level research on aspects of FinTech law and regulation;
- Apply their knowledge of the law to the set assessment.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
The specific timetable for the module will be finalised shortly. It will consist of 12 hours of seminars, divided into 6 X 2 hr classes.
Module LW6639 will run from Thursdays 11-1pm from 13th September and will run for 6 weeks.
Online: Canvas; Microsoft Teams
Practicalities
Compulsory Elements: Continuous Assessment.
Total Marks 100: Continuous Assessment 100 marks (1 x 3,000 word essay).
Why Choose
This CPD module is a 5 credit module (ECTS) that is offered as a module option for several of the the LLM programmes within UCC's School of Law
On completion of this module, you may apply for an exemption to the module should you decide to progress to this programme, or another programme where LW6639 may be on offer.
*This is subject to time restrictions and also the approval of the Programme Director for this programme.
Requirements
To be eligible for the this CPD module:
- Candidates must hold a law degree with at least a 2H1
- Have such other relevant third level educational qualifications and/or professional experience as, in the opinion of the School of Law, qualifies the candidate to undertake this course.
- This course is based online. In order to connect to class, students must have reliable internet access, a microphone, and speakers.
Decisions regarding student eligibility will be made by the module co-ordinator.
All applicants whose first language is not English are required to sit either an IELTS test or a recognised equivalent test as approved by Faculty. The minimum requirement is an IELTS score of 6.5 with no individual section lower than 6.0. An exception may be granted where a candidate has been awarded a university degree where the overall content has been delivered in the English language.
Click here for further details on English Language Proficiency for Postgraduates
Fees and Costs
The fee for this module is É600
Application fee of É35
How To Apply
Closed for applications.
- To apply for this module please log on to the UCC APPLY page and create an account.
- Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
- An application fee of €35 will be payable on submission of your application via the same platform.
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