Module 2 - The Law of Obligations
Aim
The aim of this module is to introduce learners to the key principles underlying contract law and tort law and provide them with a broad understanding as to how these principles operate in practice.
Learning Outcomes
After completion of this module learners will be able to:
- Illustrate the elements necessary for the formation of a contract.
- Discuss the contents of a contract and how it might be vitiated.
- Explain how a contract might be terminated and what remedies are available.
- Evaluate the elements to the tort of negligence and other related torts.
- Examine the law on occupiers’ liability and nuisance.
- Explain the role of damages in tort and identify when tort claims might be statute barred.
Indicative Syllabus
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Contract Law |
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Session 1 | Formation of a Contract: Part 1 |
Session 2 | Formation of a Contract: Part 2 |
Session 3 | Formal Requirements & Contractual Terms |
Session 4 | Vitiating Factors |
Session 5 | Termination of a Contract & Remedies |
Tort Law |
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Session 6 | Negligence: Part 1 |
Session 7 | Negligence: Part 2 |
Session 8 | Occupiers’ Liability & Nuisance |
Session 9 | Employers’ Liability & Vicarious Liability |
Session 10 | Damages & Limitation of Actions |
Delivery
This module is delivered through online pre-recorded lectures. Each lecture session is approximately two hours in duration. Each session will be recorded.
Assessment
After viewing each session, the learner will be required to complete a quiz. The module will be formally assessed by way of project work (approx. 1,500-2,000 words).