Tort Law Advanced 2 (M6002)
Tort Law Advanced 2
Module M6002
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module builds upon the Tort Law Advanced 1 Autumn Term module by further developing the skills and knowledge acquired in Tort Law Advanced 1 and engaging with further key elements and 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
Apply knowledge critically to problems within tort law and deploy key techniques of the subject effectively
Further 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Distance Exam (2000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222220 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 01010101010 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 10101010100 |
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