Course overview
This course will give students an overview of the substantive law in relation to the formation, interpretation, enforcement and termination of a contract. The course will focus on common law principles, with examination of how statutes such as the Australian Consumer Law interact with and modify the common law. This course provides a basic overview of the core aspects of contract law, including: Formation of a contract; Content and interpretation of contracts; Vitiating factors and unfair conduct; Ending a contract.
Course learning outcomes
- Examine the law of contracts according to authoritative sources
- Apply contract law to factual scenarios to determine rights and liabilities
- Construct legal argument through written communication