LAW2112 · Property A

Overview

The unit examines theories of private property, the concept and categories of real and personal property; the interface between contractual and property rights; the nature of types of property right including freehold and leasehold estates, easements and mortgages; modes of creating and transferring the rights in law and equity; possession as a source of title.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Critically evaluate the purpose and scope of property rules with reference to relevant theories of property or broader perspectives.
2. Apply interpretive techniques to synthesize legal principles from judicial decisions and legislation.
3. Engage in critical analysis and use professional judgment to make reasoned choices among alternative interpretation and actions.
4. Research, interpret and apply property law principles to generate appropriate responses to problem scenarios and legal issues.
5. Communicate and collaborate effectively, appropriately and persuasively.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.