Subject-specific skills
theoretical knowledge of the fundamentals of IT law (in particular rules on the protection of privacy, AI regulation, platform regulation, intellectual property rights,...);
application of this theoretical knowledge to practical situations;
awareness of the legal issues involved in the development of communication technologies and digital services;
analyzing technological developments with a critical and constructive eye.
Soft skills
creating links between legal and non-legal reasoning;
giving a personal opinion and arguing in order to defend one's point of view;
working and thinking in groups;
developing a sense of reflection through analysis of the legal and societal issues raised by the development of technologies.
ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
After a brief general introduction to Belgian and European law and legal systems, the course will deal with the various legal issues raised by digital technologies. These will include
- The right to privacy in a digital context and personal data protection law.
- Issues raised by artificial intelligence.
- Intellectual property law.
- Freedom of expression on the internet and the law governing digital platforms.
- Cybercrime.
- Cybersecurity.
Lectures, group and individual exercises
The assessment consists of two components:
an oral presentation on a topic chosen by the student, either individually or in pairs (5/20 points)
a written examination during the examination period (15/20 points)
The final mark is not purely arithmetical and depends on the teachers' overall assessment of the paper (serious error, missed a subject, etc.).
| Training | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Master in Computer Science and Innovation | 1 | 5 | No |