SHE level 7 SCQF credit points 20 ECTS credit points 10 Module code M1M230373 Module Leader Naveed Kayani School Glasgow School for Business and Society Subject Law Trimester B (January start)
Summary of content In alignment with the GCU SfL this module provides the student with knowledge and understanding of key areas of the law of obligations within Scots Private Law, encompassing a study of contract, delict, unjustified enrichment and the statutory regulation of contracts for the sale of goods and consumer contracts. The module will expose students to the implications, for the development of contract law, of a global market economy, contracting within a single European market and the expansion of electronic commerce across international boundaries.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward The law of obligations the distinction between obligations voluntarily undertaken and those imposed by law the distinction between unilateral and bilateral obligations The law of contract formation of valid contracts regulation of contractual terms termination of contractual obligations and remedies for breach of contract contracts for the sale of goods consumer contracts The law of delict distinction between intentional and unintentional wrongs duty breach of duty causation defences and other limiting factors breach of statutory duty vicarious liability The law of unjustified enrichment: repetition, restitution, recompense, negotiorum gestio, salvage Legal Method an introduction to legal sources: electronic and paper identify, find and analyse legal cases identify, find and analyse statutory material the written presentation of legal information and argument problem questions/case studies discursive essays formal legal material the oral presentation of legal issues and argument
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: 1. demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the principles of the law of contract, delict and unjustified enrichment and the statutory provisions regulating sale of goods and consumer contracts; 2. distinguish between contractual and delictual liability; 3. analyse a given set of facts so as to identify the relevant legal issues arising therefrom, explain the relevant law; synthesise case law and statute to reinforce legal points and synthesise different points of law when reaching a reasoned conclusion 4. communicate confidently with legal experts on a range of legal matters 5. identify and retrieve up to date legal information; use primary and secondary legal sources which are relevant to the topic under study and current at the point of assessment; present knowledge and information using sources to support arguments and conclusions; provide recognised methods of citation and reference. 6. identify accurately and formulate clearly the legal issues to be researched; undertake independent research (both paper-based and electronic) in areas of law which have not been previously studied, using paper and electronic repositories to research new topics without reference to a reading list. 7. demonstrate an ability to explore ethical and socially responsible responses to issues arising within the context of the law of obligations; promote the rule of law at the national and international levels to facilitate equal access to justice for all (SDG 16)
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward The module will be delivered over one trimester. Students will attend a combination of lectures and seminar every week. The structured programme of learning undertaken will encourage active, student-centred learning by requiring students to access and analyse a variety of primary and secondary source material in order to address and solve set questions and case studies. During seminars, students variously may work in groups, present material to the class and participate in role play exercises. Internationalisation: The delivery of this module will set Scots, UK and EU law as appropriate in an international context. Feedback will be provided to students as follows: Students will be provided with feedback within three weeks of submission of all summative assessments providing information on strengths, weaknesses and suggestions for corrective action to be applied in future submissions. The tutor will also provide generic feedback at the seminars after the completion of the coursework. Students may also discuss any points with their lecturer or tutor. The virtual learning environment site will be used to feedback overall performance by students on all summative assessments highlighting overall strengths and weaknesses. Discussion boards will be used to encourage teacher and peer-to-peer dialogue on certain topic areas where this form of communication would be regarded as effective. Student feedback on teaching, learning and assessment will be sought at the end of the semester through a module evaluation questionnaire. GSBS will continue to use the advancement of GCU Learn as a blended learning tool through its teaching and learning as well as through engagement with students. GSBS will ensure that all modules are GCU Learn enabled and with the support of the Learning Technologists at the cutting edge of development of online materials. Academic staff and the Learning Technologists will continue to work together to develop and operate all modules on GCU Learn to ensure student s
Indicative reading arrow_forward Transferrable skills arrow_forward By the end of this module students should have gained competence in the following key areas: Analysis, Synthesis, Critical Judgement and Evaluation The ability to identify issues, assimilate, evaluate and analyse information to construct written or oral solutions to a problem by bringing together and integrating relevant information, and selecting key material, from a variety of different sources. The ability to present arguments for and against propositions, acknowledging ranking of sources and relative impact in context. Such skills are developed within this module through the following activities: • preparation for, presentation at and participation in researched seminar activity • preparation for, presentation at and participation in researched assessment • activity including writing • essays and other formal exercises • solving well defined (typically hypothetical) problems through essays, seminars and group work • participating in role play exercises Personal Management, Independence and Ability to Learn The ability to organise and prioritise effectively the expenditure of time and effort in the performance of all aspects of student work. The ability to learn effectively and be aware of their own learning strategies to manage their own learning development and to reflect upon their learning, seeking and making use of feedback. Such skills are developed within this module through the following activities: • preparing for lectures • preparation for, presentation at and participation in seminar activity • preparation for, presentation at and participation in assessment activity including writing essays and other formal exercises • preparation for seminar activity which will require students to identify and access primary and secondary source materials • engagement in assessment activity ensuring deadlines are met • interaction with others in group work associated with ro
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 33 Tutorials 0 Practicals 0 Seminars 11 Independent Learning 106 Assessment 50 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 1.2 40 35 CW1: Online MCQs Exam002 2 60 35 EX1: Final exam