Law School Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | EQUITY & TRUSTS (LEVEL 3) | ||
Code | LAW311 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr AJ Picton Law J.Picton@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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To stimulate the academic interest of students in a complex and involving area of law. To deliver the substantive elements of the subject area in accordance with the requirements laid down in the Joint Announcement of the SRA and Bar Council, governing the content of qualifying LL.B degree programmes. To enhance general legal and transferable skills in the context of the subject area. To allow students to carry out independent tasks and research to a high level of aptitude. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate, orally and in writing, knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts of Equity and the operation of the trust. |
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(LO2) Demonstrate a basic understanding of the legal context of trusts and equity in the operation of the legal system. |
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(LO3) Demonstrate an awareness of the practical implications for individuals of the operation of the law of Equity & Trusts in England and Wales, e.g. with reference to the ownership of the matrimonial home. |
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(LO4) Demonstrate understanding of the law as it affects trustees - obligations, powers, etc. |
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(LO5) Appreciate the social and economic (especially fiscal) context of trusts and the underlying policy issues. |
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(LO6) Demonstrate an appreciation of the value of equitable remedies in society. |
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(LO7) Demonstrate an understanding of the subject area as whole, as well as in discrete topics. |
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(LO8) Use and interpret complex legal statutory material, case law and academic writing. |
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(S1) Legal knowledge. |
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(S2) Application & Problem Solving |
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(S3) Effective legal writing. |
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(S4) Critical analysis. |
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(S5) Effective group working - including research, organise and deliver a presentation on a substantive legal topic |
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(S6) Work and learn independently, with limited guidance. |
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(S7) General and Transferable Skills, particularly, oral communication, research based and use of technology in learning. |
Syllabus |
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Foundations of Equity, the Trust & Remedies |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Patterns Module Delivery Asynchronous materials will cover the full syllabus, synchronous seminars indicatively as follows: Semester one 1. First seminar: skills session. 2. Second seminar: history & remedies. 3. Third seminar: certainties 4. Fourth Seminar: constitution 5. Fifth seminar: family homes 1 6. Sixth seminar: family homes 2 Semester two 1. First seminar: non-charitable purpose trusts and unincorporated associations. 2. Second seminar: charities 1 3. Third seminar: charities 2 4. Fourth seminar: breach & fiduciary duties 5. Fifth seminar: strangers & tracing 6. Sixth seminar: Revision session (linking to take home exam) |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
48 |
24 |
72 | ||||
Timetable (if known) |
60 mins X 2 totaling 48
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120 mins X 1 totaling 24
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Private Study | 228 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
3 MCQs - 5% per MCQ - Staggered through course. Testing: history & remedies; family homes & charities. | 0 | 15 | ||||
Open book examination | 0 | 85 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Other Staff Teaching on this Module |
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Dr JA Sigafoos | Law | Jennifer.Sigafoos@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr M Shillito | Law | M.Shillito@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr SF Singh | Law | Sarah.Singh@liverpool.ac.uk |
Miss JB Randall | Library | J.B.Randall@liverpool.ac.uk |
Mr RN Dutia | Law | R.Dutia@liverpool.ac.uk |
Miss M Clough | Library | Matilda.Clough@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr E Ireland | Law | Emily.Ireland@liverpool.ac.uk |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Co-requisite modules: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Additional Programme Information |