LAW-10027 - Module Specification
School of Law
Faculty of Business, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2026/27

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2026/27

This module aims to develop an initial understanding of the legal frameworks that inform contemporary business practices.
The module is divided into several key areas which may include: an introduction to the English Legal System; an introduction to the essentials of Contract Law; an introduction to Tort Law; and an introduction to business structures and ownership; Employment Law; Corporate fraudulent and criminal behaviour.
The development of companies as a type of business entity is discussed in the context of the 18th Century, the Industrial Revolution and Colonialism.
The module is designed as an introduction to the legal issues and legal skills which are important in a business context and provides a remarkable opportunity to develop a level of commercial awareness. This module uses a combination of lectures and tutorials also formative online self-test questions and summative assessment to develop a range of transferable skills, including the ability to reflect, analyse, critique, advise, write effectively and consider case law.

The module aims to explore the legal framework that informs contemporary business practice.
It is designed as an introduction to the legal issues and legal skills which are important in a business context and provides an interesting opportunity to develop a level of commercial awareness.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Compare and contrast business structures available in the UK; explain the business structures available in the UK and advise hypothetical clients of the advantages and disadvantages of each structure with regards to given circumstances.
: 1
Explain basic contract law principles in connection with offer & acceptance and consideration.: 1
Explain basic principles of relevant legislation that have an impact on the Business sector; this includes showing an understanding of the impact and its significance to the Business Sector.: 1
Explain and apply the basic principles of the Torts Law including Negligence: duty of care, breach, causation, damage
: 1
Explain and apply the essential elements of the legal system, including the main sources of law that link to the sector. Show understanding of core concepts: court hierarchy, parliamentary supremacy, separation of powers and rules of interpretation.: 1,2

Study hours

Lectures = 18 hours
Tutorials = 8 hours
Revision = 2 hours
Tutorial preparation = 30 hours
Assessment preparation and independent study = 92 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment