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QL1501: CONTRACT LAW (2022-2023)

Last modified: 31 Jul 2023 11:19


Course Overview

The course builds upon the basic understanding of contract law acquired in Contract (LS1520), although it is important to understand that the topics are approached from a more theoretical perspective, and will critically evaluate at an advanced level, a number of themes introduced in LS1520. The course approaches a selection of current problems in contract law doctrine from the theoretical, comparative and philosophical perspectives. The topics will vary annually but will include consideration of 6 or 7 topics chosen from the philosophical basis of contract law, contractual formation, good faith, promise, contractual remedies, factors vitiating consent, contractual interpretation, and risk management through contract (exclusion clauses, penalty clauses etc) and frustration.  

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 1
Term First Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus Offshore Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Mr Scott C. Styles

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Programme Level 1
  • Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)
  • Master Of Arts In Business Management-Legal Studies (Qatar)

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

  1. To explore and critically evaluate the key principles of the contract law of Scotland and England;
    2. Through the seminar, to develop legal research, reasoning, analysis and legal argument skills, and also oral, written and team working skill, and the opportunity to respond constructively to feedback.
    3. To provide students with the above knowledge and skills, to enable them to progress in their studies with greater understanding and confidence.

    Main Learning Outcomes

    Knowledge and Understanding

    By the end of the course students will understand and have critically evaluated the concepts and principles from their study of Contract Law.

    Subject-Specific Skills and Concepts

    This course considers, at an advanced level, a number of themes introduced in the Level 1 course on Contract (LS 1520). The course approaches a selection of current problems in contract law doctrine from the theoretical, comparative and sometimes philosophical perspective. Topics addressed in this course are likely to include the following: the philosophical basis of contract law, purpose of contract law, formation of contract, contractual remedies, factors vitiating consent, exclusion clauses and contractual interpretation and frustration.

    Key Skills (Transferable)

    1. Communicate orally and in writing;
    2. Ability to work effectively in small groups to contribute to the group’s task;
    3. Ability to work independently, to organise and manage time, stress and effort in performance of tasks;
    4. Problem solving skills;
    5. Critical analysis;
    6. Logical argument;
    7. An ability to synthesise and organise complex materials and arguments;
    8. With limited guidance act independently, and where appropriate as part of team, in planning and undertaking tasks;
    9. Conduct formal and informal oral presentations;
    10. Make appropriate use of technology in research, writing and oral presentations;
    11. Reflect on own learning and to seek and make use of feedback.

    Content

    This course will critically evaluate at an advanced level, a number of themes introduced in the Level 1 course on Contract (LS 1520). The course approaches a selection of current problems in contract law doctrine from the theoretical, comparative and sometimes philosophical perspective. Topics addressed in this course are likely to include the following: the philosophical basis of contract law, purpose of contract law, formation of contract, contractual remedies, factors vitiating consent, exclusion clauses and contractual interpretation.

Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

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Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

Online, open book exam

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 75
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Feedback

Online, open book exam, designed to be similar to an on-campus examination. Students will have 48 hours to access the exam paper and submit answers on MyAberdeen.

The exam will consist of one extended problem question worth 50% of the final mark and one essay question worth 25% of the final mark.

Students will be expected to spend 90 minutes writing their answer to the exam but are at liberty to spend more time on their answers if needed.   

 

Feedback to be provided via MyAberdeen within standard three weeks.

Learning Outcomes
Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
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Case Note Essay

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 25
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Feedback

Feedback to be provided via MyAberdeen within standard three weeks.

Learning Outcomes
Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
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Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Resit Assessments

Written exam

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 100
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Feedback to be provided via MyAberdeen within standard three weeks.

Learning Outcomes
Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
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Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
FactualUnderstandBe able to read cases and legislation.
FactualUnderstandUnderstanding of the nature and creation of a contract; grounds for avoiding a contract; regulation and control of contract terms; the concept of breach of contract and remedies and termination
ConceptualCreateBe able to argue orally and in writing and solve problems
FactualAnalyseBe able to analyse legal problems in relation to contract law; apply legal reasoning to contractual problems
ProceduralApplyParticipate in tutorials and take part in oral discussion

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