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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Law Of Contract | |||
| Reference | LL2153 | Version | 2 |
| Created | June 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | May 2017 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | September 2022 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1) To provide a fundamental understanding of the nature and functions of contract law. 2) To exercise a detailed examination of the constituent principles of contract law. 3) To apply legal principles and precedent to hypothetical problems in contract. 4) To illustrate the interface between common and statute law in the area of contract, as well as investigate the growing influence and activities of the European Union on national contract law. 5) Develop a skills base for further study of law modules which require the knowledge and understanding of contract law. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Demonstrate a sound understanding of fundamental contract law principles and sources and their development in Scotland. |
| 2 | Develop an understanding in precedent and competence in the application of contract law to particular problems. |
| 3 | Exhibit analytical and writing skills, and the ability to work independently. |
| 4 | Demonstrate an understanding of the applicability of contract law principles in other legal subject areas. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| General principles; law of obligations; unjustified enrichment; formation of contract; promise; illegality; contract terms: error; interpretation; incorporated and implied terms; unfair contract terms regime; termination; third party rights; breach of contract; remedies |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a lecture and tutorial based module. Lectures provide core module content. Tutorials develop associated higher level skills through student centred learning. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 32 | 32 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 118 | 118 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Written coursework exercise | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | BLACK, G., 2018. Woolman on contract. 6th ed. Edinburgh: W Green. |
| 2 | BLACK, R. et al., eds. 2002. The laws of Scotland: Stair memorial encyclopaedia. [online]. London: LexisNexis. (Various volumes relevant to law of contract) |
| 3 | LITTLE, T., 2015. Contract law essentials. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press. |
| 4 | LITTLE, T., 2012. Contract law - essential cases. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press. |
| 5 | MACQUEEN, H.L., 2013. Unjustified enrichment. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: W Green. |
| 6 | MACQUEEN, H.L., 2020. MacQueen and Thomson on Contract Law in Scotland. 5th ed. London: Bloomsbury Professional. |
| 7 | MCBRYDE, W.W., 2007. The law of contract in Scotland. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: W.Green. |