MLL213 - Torts
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B, S, W, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (For Bachelor of Laws students only) |
| Unit chair: | S Erbacher |
| Coordinator: | J Bagust (W), D Mendelson/M Bagaric (B), S Erbacher (S, X), S Christie (X-CBD) |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Contact hours: | 4 x 1 hour lectures per week, 1 x 1 hour tutorial per fortnight |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit introduces students to the major areas of tort law. It is intended to convey an appreciation of the principles and policies involved in tort law and to study those areas of tort law which are most commonly relied upon in practice. The unit covers both common law principles and the statutory tort reforms. The syllabus includes an introduction to the nature and range of tort liability; intentional interference to the person and land; negligence; nuisance; breach of statutory duty, vicarious liability; actions arising out of the death of another person; remedies. The negligence component will cover a wide range of negligence claims, with a focus on claims for personal injury (including psychiatric injury).
Assessment
Written Assignment 2500 words 40%, Examination 2 hours 60%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1224 | $1224 | $2859 | $2955 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.