LAW-30055: Equity 1

Together with Equity 2, to provide a coherent overview of the central role of the equitable jurisdiction in private law, including in particular in this module, the nature of trusts and the rules and formalities concerning the constitution of trusts and charities.

Intended Learning Outcomes

To acquire an overview of the historical, ethical and jurisprudential influences on the development of the role of equity.
To comprehend the nature of trusts (including trusts of co-ownership) and their relationship to land law.
To understand the nature of charities, their relationship to trust principles and the Cy-pres doctrine

Study hours

Lectures: 18 hours
Tutorials: 4 hours
Preparation and consideration: 88 hours
Examination preparation: 38 hours
Examination: 2 hours

Description of Module Assessment

001: 2 Hour Exam weighted 100%

2 hr exam - 3 questions from a choice of essay and problem questions
2 hours, usually three questions from a choice of essay and problem questions.

Version: (1.05A) Created: 01/Oct/2013

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