Law

Tort Law (Advanced)

Module code: M3065
Level 5
30 credits in autumn & spring teaching
Teaching method: Seminar, Lecture
Assessment modes: Essay, Multiple choice questions

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. Students will 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.
• Critically evaluate the different areas of tort law addressed in the module through locating and utilising primary and secondary sources.
• Demonstrate the ability to critically apply the principles and rules covered in the module to hypothetical scenarios, supporting arguments with appropriate primary sources.
• Communicate understanding accurately and reliably with appropriately structured and coherent arguments.