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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Introduction to Construction Law
Reference SU2045 Version 2
Created July 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved October 2020 SCQF Points 15
Amended September 2021 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To understand and conceptualise the concepts of Scots law and international law and their relevance to the construction industry

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Correctly apply knowledge and understanding of the basics of Scots contract law and reparation law in the context of the built environment
2 Distinguish between the characteristics and uses of standard forms of contract
3 Explore the context of international construction law for the built environment

Indicative Module Content
The Scottish legal system, contract law, delictual liability, professional liability & building defects liability, contract forms, dispute resolution, sustainable construction legislation

Module Delivery
This is predominantly a lecture based module supplemented with tutorials and or workshops. A substantial part of the module is devoted to student centred learning in the form of directed reading of legal journals, core texts and resource material. Tutorials/ workshops will include collaborative teamworking.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 30 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 120 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
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
Description: One significant piece of individual coursework.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The overall module grade is based on 100% weighting of Component 1 (Coursework). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission will result in an NS grade.
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.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Where appropriate, professional practitioners will deliver guest lectures and assist with tutorials.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
2 Jackson, Graham (2010) An introduction to construction law in Scotland, London : Thomson/W. Green

Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781