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LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

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Module Offerings

4602ICBTQS-APR-PAR

4602ICBTQS-MAR-PAR

4602ICBTQS-SEP-PAR

Aims

This module will provide the students with a working knowledge of the legal system and an introduction to the principles of the law including contract, tort and property law.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Define and explain the principles and procedures of the legal system
2.
Recount and illustrate the liabilities and responsibilities of stakeholders in tort and contract
3.
Explain and discuss statutory legislation as it pertains to the construction and property industries
4.
Explain and discuss the principles and procedures of Property law
5.
Review the influence of sustainable development goals on legal systems and regulatory frameworks

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Legal Systems.

Introduction to Common Law precepts, Court system and dispute resolutions.

Formation of contract, terms and exclusion clauses. Performance and breach of contract.

Principles of tort. Negligence and the built environment. Occupier's liability. Nuisance and Rylands v. Fletcher

Introduction to Environmental law.

Land and Property Law, main ways of holding land and property, rights of the property owner, other people's rights. Nontraditional land and property rights and obligations.

Applied property law for property professionals, an appreciation of legal issues in building regulations and construction, planning and development, liabilities of building owners

Occupiers Health and Safety law as it applies to construction and engineering projects.
Module Overview:
This module will provide the students with a working knowledge of the legal system and an introduction to the principles of the law including contract, tort and property law.
Additional Information:
The module establishes the principles and doctrines of the legal system as part of the key role for the construction and property professional.

Assessments

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