Non-contentious civil proceedings Field of study: Law
Programme code: W5-NMPR19.2025

Module name: Non-contentious civil proceedings
Module code: K5_post_niepr_cyw 09
Programme code: W5-NMPR19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2029/2030
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The "Non-litigious Proceedings" module aims to familiarize students with the theoretical foundations and principles of non-litigious proceedings as one of the procedural modes in civil law. The module presents the most significant institutions and procedures related to non-litigious proceedings, with particular emphasis on key regulations included in the Code of Civil Procedure. Students will analyze, among other things, the principles of initiating, conducting, and resolving non-litigious cases, as well as the differences between litigious and non-litigious proceedings. The aim of the course is to deepen students’ understanding of the importance of non-litigious proceedings in the civil law system, with particular focus on the role of the court and participants in these cases. The module includes an analysis of provisions governing non-litigious proceedings, including procedures related to inheritance matters, personal, property, and deposit law cases. Classes will also focus on presenting doctrinal views, interpretations of legal provisions, and court rulings, enabling students to understand the practical application of the law in non-litigious proceedings.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Has knowledge of the basic institutions and principles of non-trial proceedings, including its role in the system of civil law and its differences from trial proceedings. [post_niepr_01]
 K_W08 [3/5]
Knows the organization and course of non-trial proceedings, in particular, the powers and competencies of its various subjects, including the subject of the proceedings. [post_niepr_02]
 K_W06 [3/5]
Is ready to estimate the legal situation in the context of non-trial proceedings, analyze a specific case, identify the relevant procedure and interpret the law in relation to real legal problems. [post_niepr_03]
 K_K02 [4/5]
Is able to prepare the draft of conclusions and decisions specific to non-trial civil proceedings, using appropriately owned knowledge of the specifics of this mode, including its participants, subject matter and principles of non-contentious cases. [post_niepr_04]
 K_U10 [3/5]
Is familiar with the subject of legal regulations on non-trial proceedings, including regulations on the range of rights and obligations of these proceedings. [post_niepr_05]
 K_W10 [3/5]
Is ready to act professionally and ethically in the field of civil non-trial proceedings, taking on various roles within it. [post_niepr_06]
 K_K07 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [K5_post_niepr_cyw 1] 20 Lecture-discussion [b02]  course work post_niepr_01 post_niepr_02 post_niepr_03 post_niepr_04 post_niepr_05 post_niepr_06
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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