Aspects of Commercial Law (M5001)
Aspects of Commercial Law
Module M5001
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module will address key aspects of the law governing commercial transactions, including (but not limited to) the law of agency and the principles governing transfer of personal property. Potential topics for discussion may include the boundaries of personal property and the recognition of new types of property right in intangible assets such as emissions trading allowances, the rules governing transfer of personal property, the foundations of the law of agency, the creation of agency relationships and disclosed and undisclosed agency. An overarching theme of the module will be the potential for legal doctrine to react to commercial development and the tension between stability and change in legal principles and frameworks.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate systematic understanding of key aspects of law relevant to commercial transactions, which may include the law related to agency and transfer of personal property.
Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate legal principles and concepts relevant to commercial transactions, for example possession, ownership and agency.
Demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to engage critically with, appropriate legal instruments and some of the relevant critical literature.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (3000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
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 | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
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