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    University Taster

    Law – University Taster

    1. 1. Prerequisites
      1. 1.1 Requirements to Pursue a Law Degree
      2. 1.2 Researching the Right Law Related Degree for You
      3. 1.3 Careers in Law
      • Module Review
    2. 2. The Principles of Law and the Legal System
      1. 2.1 The Origin of Law and Jurisprudence
      2. 2.2 How Laws are Formed and the Different Types of Law
      3. 2.3 The Difference Between Civil and Criminal Law
      4. 2.4 The Court Systems of the United Kingdom
      • Module Review
    3. 3. Constitutional Law
      1. 3.1 Institutions of the United Kingdom
      2. 3.2 The Rule of Law
      3. 3.3 Judicial Review
      • Module Review
    4. 4. Criminal Law
      1. 4.1 Actus Reus and Mens Rea
      2. 4.2 Intention and Recklessness
      3. 4.3 What is Murder?
      • Module Review
    5. 5. The Law of Contract
      1. 5.1 What is a Contract?
      2. 5.2 Offer and Acceptance
      3. 5.3 Express vs Implied
      4. 5.4 Breach of Contract
      • Module Review
    6. 6. Next Steps
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    1. Subjects 
    2. Law – University Taster Post-16
    3. 5. The Law of Contract

    Module Review

    In this module, we will introduce you to the principles of contract law in the UK.

    We’ll explore the concepts of contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations. You’ll learn about the elements that form a legally binding contract, the various types of contracts, and how contractual obligations are enforced. We’ll also delve into landmark cases that have shaped modern contract law.

    Contract law is found in almost every area of the law. The concepts that we will look at form part of the effectiveness of corporate deals, trade contracts, employment contracts, and many other day to day dealings. People enter into hundreds of contracts a year, be it sales contracts for a coffee or orders from a shipping platform. Understanding the details of contract law is key to ensuring you effectively protect yourself or your client.

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