EU & International Labour Law 2200-1PS031-ERA
The EU&International Labour Law course explores the multi-layered structure of labour law within Europe, focusing on the interactions between national systems, the European Union (EU), and the International Labour Organization (ILO).
The first part of the course examines EU labour law, covering foundational concepts, the relationship between EU and national legal orders, and key topics such as free movement of workers, equal treatment, posting of workers, occupational health and safety, and working time regulations. The second part focuses on international labour law, beginning with the ILO’s historical foundations, core standards, enforcement mechanisms, and its influence on global labour governance.
The course combines lectures and interactive seminars, incorporating debates, problem-solving, and case analysis. Students will also develop practical skills in legal research, writing, presenting, and group work, with emphasis on working with legal databases such as EUR-Lex, Curia, and ILO resources. The course will be taught in English.
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Tryb prowadzenia
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Efekty kształcenia
Upon completion of the course EU and International Labour Law, students will be able to:
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of EU labour law and its core principles;
• Critically understand the interaction between EU and national labour law frameworks;
• Apply EU labour law effectively within national legal contexts;
• Evaluate national labour legislation in light of EU legal standards and fundamental rights;
• Analyze and resolve legal issues concerning free movement of workers, equal treatment, occupational health and safety, and working time;
• Navigate and utilize key EU legal databases, including EUR-Lex and Curia;
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the International Labour Organization (ILO), including its foundational principles, core labour standards, and enforcement mechanisms;
• Conduct legal research using ILO databases and resources;
• Critically evaluate developments in international labour law, particularly in transnational contexts;
• Produce well-structured, coherent, and well-reasoned written work;
• Communicate and present legal arguments effectively, clearly, and persuasively
Kryteria oceniania
Active participation is essential. Students are expected to attend all sessions and come prepared, having completed the required readings and assignments. Given the interactive nature of the course—emphasizing discussion, debate, and problem-solving—engaged participation is a key component of the learning process.
Students may miss a maximum of two classes without justification.
Passing the course
To successfully complete the course, students must fulfill the following requirements:
Reaction Paper: Each student must submit a well-structured, concise (max 1 page) and analytically sound reaction paper addressing a specific topic related to the seminar content.
Group Presentation: Students will collaborate in small groups to prepare and deliver a presentation on a selected topic, demonstrating both subject mastery and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
Both components are mandatory for passing the course. The final assessment will consider the quality of written and oral work, as well as the student’s level of engagement and contribution during class discussions.
Literatura
The reading materials will be announced with the assignments per meeting. In general use will be made of the following book:
Jaspers, Pennings and Peters (eds.) European Labour Law (2nd edition)
(Intersentia 2024).
We will also make use of case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union which can be found and downloaded from Curia and legislation from the EU which can be found and downloaded from Eurlex.
We will also make use of information available at the websites and databases of the ILO.
Więcej informacji
Dodatkowe informacje (np. o kalendarzu rejestracji, prowadzących zajęcia, lokalizacji i terminach zajęć) mogą być dostępne w serwisie USOSweb: