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.
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