Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Workshop

Module Offerings

7525BEHK-SEP-PAR

Aims

To develop knowledge and understanding of the legal principles governing ownership and occupation of real estate. To develop a critical appreciation of the practical application and impact of the legal framework on land and property interests.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the legislation and case law relating to property ownership and occupation.
2.
Critically analyse the impact of legal rights and obligations across a range of practical real estate scenarios and reach sound, legally justified, conclusions.
3.
Systematically and critically evaluate legal material in order to provide concise and effective written legal argument.
4.
Critically evaluate the application of statutory codes and practice as they apply within the residential sector

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Law of Contract and Tort Land law Disputes and dispute resolution Creation and termination of leases Lease covenants, breaches and remedies Green leases Statutory protection of business stakeholders Statutory protection within the residential sector
Additional Information:The module develops students’ knowledge of legal studies to enable the student to evaluate the application of the statutory framework as it applies to land and property ownership and occupation. It also provides a critical appreciation of the legal issues and problems relevant to the surveying profession.

Assessments

Exam

Essay