Property and Real Estate Law

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
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Area/Catalogue
BUSI 2027
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Course ID
205512
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Law
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Ping Xiong
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The Property and Real Estate Law course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of property law's pivotal role in economic, legal, and social systems. Through exploration of key concepts such as real and personal property distinctions, estates in land, and the Torrens system of land title, students will grasp the intricacies of property ownership and protection. Topics include leases, tenancies, mortgages, easements, and restrictive covenants, offering insight into practical applications. By delving into these subjects, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of property law and its profound impact on daily life, fostering informed decision-making in various legal and professional contexts.

  • Foundations Of Property Rights
  • Real Property And Estates And Interests In Land
  • Registration Systems And Competing Interests
  • Selected Law And Legislation Impacting Upon Transactions In Land

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply the fundamental principles of property law from a theoretical and practical perspective.
  • Explain the Torrens system as it applies in South Australia and Australia.
  • Describe the concepts which underlie the reasoning for the protection of legal and equitable interests.
  • Describe the concepts which underlie the reasoning for the protection of legal and equitable interests.
  • Demonstrate Business Enterprise Skills: i) Self Management (intermediate level); ii) Problem Solving (intermediate level); and iii) Written Communication (intermediate level).

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 54454
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 90
Available
Available 90
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Monday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo North, N103
12 Oct - 9 Nov Monday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo North, N103
Class number
Class number 54455
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Tuesday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 208
13 Oct - 10 Nov Tuesday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 208
Class number
Class number 54456
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Tuesday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 309
13 Oct - 10 Nov Tuesday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 309
Class number
Class number 54457
Section
Section TU03
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 22 Sep Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 209
13 Oct - 10 Nov Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 209

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 54458
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 90
Available
Available 90
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 21 Sep Monday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Sir Hans Heysen, HH5-08
12 Oct - 9 Nov Monday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Sir Hans Heysen, HH5-08
Class number
Class number 54459
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus West Hawke, H6-12
16 Oct - 13 Nov Friday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus West Hawke, H6-12
Class number
Class number 54460
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 25 Sep Friday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Hawke, H6-12
16 Oct - 13 Nov Friday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Hawke, H6-12
Class number
Class number 54461
Section
Section TU03
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus West Sir Hans Heysen, HH3-08
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus West Sir Hans Heysen, HH3-08

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed BUSI1001 Business Law

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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