Planet of Robots: The Age of AI in Labour Law
Welcome to the Flash Course Planet of Robots: The Age of AI in Labour Law!
We live in an era where artificial intelligence and automation are profoundly transforming the world of work. This reality raises new challenges for labour law, demanding reflection on worker protection, the limits of regulation, and the broader social impact of new technologies. In this short course, we will examine the implications of AI in the workplace and discuss possible pathways towards a fairer and more balanced future.
Content
What You Will Learn
• How AI and automation are reshaping labour relations
• Emerging legal issues: hiring, dismissal, surveillance, and privacy
• The evolving role of labour law in the digital age
• Real-world examples of how AI is already impacting the workplace
• Future perspectives: new jobs, new skills, and new models of regulation
Target Audience
Who Should Enrol
Lecturers and students in Law, Social Sciences, Economics, and related fields, professionals seeking to understand ongoing labour transformations, and anyone curious about the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of work.
Motivation
Why Take This Course?
Because the digital revolution is not only technological — it is also social and legal. This course provides a critical and informed perspective on how AI is reshaping the present and future of work, encouraging reflection on ethical and regulatory solutions.