Tort Law Advanced 1 (M5002)
Tort Law Advanced 1
Module M5002
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
In broad terms, the Law of tort is the area of civil law primarily concerned with providing a remedy to persons who have been wrongfully harmed by the conduct of others. This module introduces students to tort and explores a number of the key elements and general principles of tort law. The focus is predominantly on the law in England and Wales, but other jurisdictions and the socio-political context of tort law will be explored as appropriate.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate critical understanding of the key legal principles and concepts of tort law covered in this module
Critically analyse selected problems and issues within tort law and deploy key techniques of the subject effectively.
Develop and apply the skills necessary to research and utilise sources of tort law.
Demonstrate written fluency in subject-specific legal terminology
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (1200 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Fri 16:00 | 70.00% |
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 1 Assessment | 30.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222022222 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00010010101 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00101001010 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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