1. Identify, recall and explain key concepts of the Law of Torts

Knowledge and Understanding

2. Analyse scenarios to identify relevant legal issues in the Tort of Negligence

Analysis

3. Solve problems by applying subject knowledge of the Law of Torts to scenarios

Problem solving, Application

The examination will assess students’ knowledge of the law of Tort with particular emphasis on the tort of negligence in the problem questions. (LOs 1,2,3)

Multiple Choice Questions will examine subject knowledge and understanding of the full range of topics taught. (LO 1,2)

This module is designed to provide students with an understanding of the law of tort, as well as the necessary skills to apply the law to a range of case studies. A tort is a civil wrong that unfairly causes someone else to suffer a loss. The module examines a number of Torts and also examines the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998.

Topics covered include:
- Negligence (including psychiatric injury and economic loss)
- Occupiers' liability
- Nuisance including Rylands v Fletcher
- Trespass
- Vicarious Liability
- Remedies & Defences

Tort Law covers a variety of different actions including negligence, occupier’s liability, trespass to the person and land and nuisance claims (which often arise between neighbouring properties). The subject matter of the module is relevant for both prospective solicitors and barristers as tortious problems are often litigated. The module will also be enjoyed by students who are looking to go on to postgraduate Master’s or PhD study. From an employability perspective, students will also develop problem solving skills which are transferable to a wide variety of career paths.

Weekly lectures provide students with the main exposition of topics, although there will be structured and unstructured opportunities for students to interact with the lecturer.

The focus of workshop groups will be to allow students to work both in groups and individually to apply the knowledge they have gained in the lectures to problem scenarios and receive feedback.

Preparation will take the form of directed reading and independent research thus allowing the student the ability to take increasing responsibility and ownership of their own learning

Tort Law. Kirsty Horsey and Erika Rackley, OUP, latest edition. Available from Law Trove

Or Tort Law Directions, Vera Bermingham and Carol Brennan, OUP, latest edition, Available from Law Trove

Module Study Guide. Access to appropriate primary and secondary legal resources.

Computing facilities will also be needed to access Lexis, Westlaw and Law Trove.