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Core Module Information
Module title: Obligations 1
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: LAW07110
Module leader: James McDougall
School The Business School
Subject area group: Law
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

In this module you will learn about the law of contract and promise. You will learn about formation of contract, contractual validity, contractual terms, termination and breach of contract and the remedies available. The module ensures you will achieve an overall understanding of the principles and practice of Scots Law and the main differences having regard to UK, EU and international contracts. Throughout the module, practical experience of legal analysis and problem-solving will be used to enable you to grasp the relevance of the subject to the lives of individuals and businesses.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Explain the fundamental nature of Promise and Contract.

LO2: Define the principles relating to legal capacity, title to sue, formality and valid formation of contracts.

LO3: Identify and explain different types of contract term and demonstrate legal knowledge with regard to the principles regulating the interpretation of such terms.

LO4: Explain the law relating to defective contracts, termination of contract, breach of contract and remedies.

LO5: Understand basic underlying social, professional, ethical and moral issues.

LO6: Conduct legal problem-solving tasks relevant to a legal professional.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: James McDougall
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 30 LECTURE Lectures will form a vital component of your learning. They will be used to explain the framework of the subject. Each lecture will be supported by a handout and suggested reading.
Face To Face Tutorial 12 TUTORIAL Tutorials will be another important part of your studies. They will be used to help you develop your understanding of topics and your problem solving skills. You will need to prepare ahead of each tutorial and be willing to participate in class discussion.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 2 Centrally Time Tabled Examination You will be tested on your knowledge and problem solving skills. The examination will be sat online remotely. You will have access to your materials but will need to prepare well so that you do not waste time searching for material during the exam.
Online Guided independent study 156 Guided independent study This is another very important part of your learning. You will be need to spend time most, if not all, weeks studying independently on tasks such as digesting lecture material, extra reading and preparation for lectures and tutorials.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 50 1~2~3~6 Week 8 HOURS= 2000 Practical Skills Assessment - you will be asked to apply the law of contract and promise to a number of problem based scenarios. This will test your ability to explain and apply the law.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 50 2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period HOURS= 2 Centrally Time Tabled ExaminationThe exam will test your ability to explain and apply aspects of the law of contract. The paper will be divided into two parts: part A will feature a compulsory problem question. Part B will contain a choice of questions of which you must answer any two.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
LAW0110 - Obligations 1
 

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