module specification

This module provides a sound understanding of:

i. the general principles of creation, content of and enforcement of obligations in exchange relationships;

ii. the general principles of actions and defences available in exchange relationships;

iii. the application of the general principles in exchange relationships to specific practical situations;

iv. the general principles of the doctrine of restitution.

The Creation and Nature of Contractual Obligations
The Phenomenon of Agreement
Offer
Acceptance
Intention to create legal relations Consideration
Privity of contract Capacity Formalities

The Contents of a Contract
Terms
Representations
Exemption clauses

Vitiating Factors in Contracts
Misrepresentation
Mistake
Illegality

Discharge of Contract
Frustration
Breach
Performance

Remedies for Breach of Contract
Damages
Equitable Remedies
The Doctrine of Restitution

Having completed this module, students will be able to do the following:

1. Identify, understand and apply the general principles underlying the creation, content and enforcement of contractual obligations;

2. Demonstrate the ability critically to discuss case study problems relating to the Law of Contract.

3. Demonstrate the ability to write critical, discursive essays relating to the topics covered in the syllabus.

4. In the context of the law of contract, to demonstrate a basic ability to bring together information and materials from a variety of different sources; to produce a synthesis of doctrinal and policy issues; and to make a critical judgment of the merits of particular arguments.

5. Demonstrate an ability to use appropriate legal terminology and language in the context of the Law of Contract.

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