Undergraduate Module Descriptor

LAW3041H: Trusts

This module descriptor refers to the 2021/2 academic year.

Module Aims

This module is only available to students studying for the JD on the HKUST-Exeter Programmes in Law. The aims of the module are: to achieve a critical understanding of the general principles of the law of Trusts, both in their own right and within the wider context of property law, and to do so by concentrating on selected topics which are studied in depth; to achieve flexibility in the study of Trusts law, and selectivity within the considerable amount of material, so that problems in Trusts law can be correctly identified and addressed succinctly and accurately with full legal authority.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

This module's assessment will evaluate your achievement of the ILOs listed here – you will see reference to these ILO numbers in the details of the assessment for this module.

On successfully completing the programme you will be able to:
Module-Specific Skills1. demonstrate detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the law of trusts and a substantial range of major concepts, values and principles relevant to its application
2. demonstrate ability to identify, explain and critically evaluate key issues in the law of trusts and to apply relevant rules and theories
Discipline-Specific Skills3. demonstrate detailed and comprehensive knowledge of legal concepts and their contextual, social, and political implications
4. demonstrate ability to apply legal knowledge to a problem or case study and to suggest a conclusion supported by relevant arguments
Personal and Key Skills5. demonstrate ability to manage relevant learning resources, information, and learning strategies, and to develop own arguments and opinions with minimum guidance
6. demonstrate ability to work independently and to manage time efficiently in preparing for scheduled learning activities, exercises and assessment