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Identical coursesIntroduction to Common Law (B-KUL-C03X9B)
N. Identical courses
This course is identical to the following courses:
C03I1B : Introduction to Common Law (No longer offered this academic year)
C07X3B : Introduction to Common Law (for Students working their way through University)
Is included in these courses of study
- Bachelor in de rechten (Kortrijk) (Algemene optie) 180 ects.
Activities
3 ects. Introduction to Common Law (B-KUL-C03X9a)
Content
The course introduces students to the common law and uses English law as the main source. The history of English law and its courts system are explained as are the rules of stare decisis and statutory interpretation. These will them be applied in case studies drawn from contract and tort law
Course material
Material: E. Mckendrick Contract Law
M. Partington introduction to the English Legal System
Format: more information
A series of two hour lectures. Some parts will be interactive and require students to read material in advance or prepare answers for discussion.
Evaluation
Evaluation: Introduction to Common Law (B-KUL-C23X9b)
Explanation
Open book written exam