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Information and communications and technology law 802


 
Module code KUB 802
Qualification Postgraduate
Faculty Faculty of Law
Module content

This module will provide students with detailed knowledge and understanding of the underlying theory and diverse provisions of applicable international and domestic legislation as well as practical guidance on the application thereof. The following aspects will be addressed within the context of information and communications technology law;
(a)  General introduction to international and domestic information technology law
(b)  General principles of international and domestic electronic contracting
(c)  Capita selecta from electronic transacting: online gaming, auctions and the
       sales of restricted goods, electronic payment methods and digital
       banking/financial services
(d)  Consumer protection
(e)  Privacy and data protection
(f)   Free speech on the Internet
(g)  Cyber crime
(h)  Electronic challenges facing copyright law
(i)   Domain name regulation, governance and dispute resolution
(j)   Internet Service Provider (ISP) rights, duties and liabilities

Module credits 30.00
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 2 lectures per week
Language of tuition Afrikaans and English is used in one class
Academic organisation Mercantile Law
Period of presentation Semester 1 or Semester 2

The information published here is subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information. The General Regulations (G Regulations) apply to all faculties of the University of Pretoria. It is expected of students to familiarise themselves well with these regulations as well as with the information contained in the General Rules section. Ignorance concerning these regulations and rules will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression.

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