Torts unit (LAW106)

Introduction

This unit introduces an important area of private law, and examines the historical development and operation of specific Torts including trespass to person, nuisance, negligence, defamation and relevant intersecting laws. It also considers the relationship between various areas of Tort Law, and other areas of private law. The Unit develops students' confidence in legal research, analysis, providing legal advice and problem solving.

Summary

Unit name	Torts
Unit code	LAW106
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Arts and Society Faculty of Law
Discipline	Law
Coordinator	Professor Jane Nielsen
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Identify and describe the key elements of the Torts of trespass, nuisance, negligence and defamation.
• Critically apply case law and legislation to hypothetical factual scenarios in order to predict how a judge might resolve issues arising on those facts.
• Research and assess relevant legal policy considerations as they apply to the development and application of Tort laws.
• Communicate verbally and in writing complex case law and legislation, using plain English.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

LAW107 or LAW108

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

LAW256

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Lecture: 1 hour weekly  Tutorial/Workshop: 2 hours weekly face-to-face (commencing in Week 2 of semester)
Assessment	Oral presentation and written brief to client (20%)|Invigilated Exam (40%)|Problem-solving Assignment (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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