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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Law of Contract (Online LLB) | |||
| Reference | LL2303 | Version | 3 |
| Created | February 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | July 2017 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | February 2024 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| 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 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; incorporation 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. Online tutorials develop associated higher level skills through student centred learning. In addition, discussion forums form part of the module contact time and require participation |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | 36 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | 114 |
| 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: | 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Written coursework exercise | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1 |
| Description: | Compliance on a pass/fail basis with the requirement to participate in online forum and tutorial activities | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| The first grade represents Component 1 (coursework) weighted at 100%. Component 2 is a participation requirement with each student normally required to (1) complete at least two out of three interactive activities in this module and (2) attend and participate in at least 3 out of the 4 synchronous online tutorial sessions. Non-submission of component 1 or non-completion of the participation requirement will result in an NS grade. An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module, accompanied with a Pass for the participation requirements. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A:Pass |
| B | B:Pass |
| C | C:Pass |
| D | D:Pass |
| E | E:Pass |
| F | F:Pass |
| 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., HENDERSON et al., eds. 2002. The laws of Scotland: Stair memorial encyclopadia. London: LexisNexis. (Various volumes relevant to the law of contract.) |
| 3 | HUNTLEY. J.A.K., 2015. Contract cases and materials. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: W Green. |
| 4 | LITTLE, T., 2015. Scottish contract law essentials. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press. |
| 5 | MACQUEEN, H.L., 2020. MacQueen and Thomson on Contract Law in Scotland. 5th ed. Haywards Heath: Bloomsbury Professional. |
| 6 | MCBRYDE, W.W., 2007. The law of contract in Scotland. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: W. Green. |