College of Social Sciences and International Studies
The Law of Contract
Module LAW1004 for 2021/2
Module LAW1004 for 2021/2
- Overview
- Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Module Content
- Indicative Reading List
- Assessment
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
LAW1004: The Law of Contract
This module descriptor refers to the 2021/2 academic year.
Module Content
Syllabus Plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover some or all of the following topics:
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Introduction to English contract law, Agreement and Intention to Create Legal Relations
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Consideration
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Enforceability and Terms of Contract
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Exception Clauses
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Misrepresentation
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Mistake and Frustration
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Duress, Undue Influence and Unconscionable Bargain
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Remedies
Learning and Teaching
This table provides an overview of how your hours of study for this module are allocated:
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
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58 | 242 | 0 |
...and this table provides a more detailed breakdown of the hours allocated to various study activities:
Category | Hours of study time | Description |
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Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | 22 | 22 x 1 hour lectures |
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | 13.5 | 9 x 1.5 hour seminars |
Scheduled learning and teaching | 13.5 | 9 x 1.5 hour syndicate workshops |
Scheduled Learning & Teaching activities | 9 | 9 x 1 hour Q & A sessions |
Guided Independent Study | 24 | Lecture preparation |
Guided Independent Study | 24 | Syndicate workshop preparation |
Guided Independent Study | 11 | ELE Study materials |
Guided Independent Study | 12 | Formative exercises |
Guided Independent Study | 24 | Consolidation of learning |
Guided Independent Study | 51 | Seminar Preparation |
Guided Independent Study | 86 | Exam Preparation |
Guided Independent Study | 10 | Formative Essay Preparation |
Online Resources
This module has online resources available via ELE (the Exeter Learning Environment).