internet law
internet law
Mastering the cross-sectional subject matter
New business models and the technical possibilities of the Internet are constantly giving rise to a growing need for legal regulation. A wide variety of laws are relevant here. In our module, lecturers teach the legal skills needed to navigate the interdisciplinary field of internet law with confidence.
The module deals with the requirements for provider labelling, information obligations under the German Telemedia Act (TMG), the German Telemedia Treaty (RStV) and domain law. With regard to European and national distance selling law, the topics covered include conflict of laws and the country of origin principle, information obligations under the German Civil Code (BGB)/Art. 246 EGBGB, as well as the conclusion of contracts and formal requirements (eSignature). The inclusion and effectiveness of general terms and conditions, consumer protection (right of cancellation, compensation for lost value, button solution) and copyright infringements, for example in file sharing, are also covered. Special features of mobile commerce and competition law aspects of eCommerce, in particular with regard to price information and rating portals, are also covered.
The module deals with liability and "Stoererhaftung" (Breach of Duty of Care) on the Internet, liability privileges under the German Telemedia Act (TMG), legal issues relating to electronic auctions and the practice of issuing warnings. In this practical module, participants will also learn about procedural and litigation aspects of internet law.
are proficient in all substantive aspects of Internet law and can deal with conflict of laws issues in cases involving foreign countries.
are able to analyse issues relating to Internet law and provide expert opinions on questions arising from new technologies or business models.
have interdisciplinary knowledge and skills in relation to the technical background of eSignatures as well as domain structure and website design.
know the requirements for the effectiveness of electronic contract conclusion and consumer protection requirements for distance selling (general terms and conditions law, right of cancellation).
You've come to the right place if you want to position yourself as a specialist in computer or internet criminal law or if you want to work as a consultant in the IT, telecommunications or media industry. The module is aimed at:
- Lawyers
- Business economists and business administrators
- Computing scientists with legal knowledge
The programme can be taken as certified further education or as part of a part-time degree programme in information law. It concludes with a Certificate of Advanced Studies. If the admission requirements are met, the certificate is fully recognised for the Master's degree programme. So you can start your studies without enrolment!
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