Law

Tort Law

Module code: M3043
Level 4
30 credits in autumn & spring teaching
Teaching method: Seminar, Lecture
Assessment modes: Multiple choice questions, Essay

This module focuses on the area of civil law primarily concerned with providing a remedy to persons who have been wrongfully harmed by the conduct of others.

You’ll be introduced to the general principles of tort law and will explore in more detail a variety of different torts gaining a knowledge of the key elements required to establish these more specific torts.

Module learning outcomes

• Evidence an understanding of the general principles of tort law.
• Evaluate the different areas of tort law addressed in the module and be able to communicate appropriate understanding. Evaluate the different areas of tort law addressed in the module and be able to communicate appropriate understanding.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply the principles and rules covered in the module to hypothetical scenarios, supporting arguments with appropriate primary sources.