Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Law

Learning Methods

Lecture

Seminar

Module Offerings

7314LAWMLP-JAN-MTP

Aims

Develop a critical understanding of the foundations of modern English land law and the processes and rules associated with the conveyancing procedure

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the principles and rules in English land law and conveyancing
2.
Demonstrate a critical understanding and appreciation of the policy tensions and changes in land law
3.
Demonstrate a critical understanding and ability to apply legal knowledge to complex problems in land law and practice
4.
Apply knowledge to MCQs by identifying the correct answer through application of the law

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Intro to land law and formalities, the conveyancing procedure and documentation Adverse possession Trusts of Land Co-ownership Leases and licences Mortgages Easements Freehold covenants Registered and unregistered land
Module Overview:
Develop a critical understanding of the foundations of modern English land law and the processes and rules associated with the conveyancing procedure.

Students will use a case study of conveyancing documentation in the seminars which will put the law into context and show how it applies in practice. The documentation will include sample official copies, transfers, mortgage deeds etc. Students will be expected in seminars to demonstrate their understanding by writing reports and letters of advice.
Additional Information:This is a core module on the LLM L & P programme

Assessments

Centralised Exam