Unit snapshot

  • Unit type
    PG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points
    12
  • Faculty & College
    Faculty of Business, Law and Arts
  • Placement
    No

Unit description

Examines the legal and equitable principles and statutory framework underpinning contract law in Australia with emphasis on practical and commercial applications of the relevant principles. Critical theoretical perspectives will be analysed against a backdrop of current national and international trends relevant to understanding contracts in everyday practice.

This unit is an integral part of a selection of courses at SCU Online. Each course incorporates this unit into a complete and immersive educational experience. If you're interested in this unit, we highly recommend enrolling in one of the courses listed below.

 

Unit content

Module 1: What is an enforceable contract?

Module 2: Fairness in contract formation

Module 3: Content, interpretation and operation of the contract

Module 4: Termination and breach

Module 5: Remedies for breach

Module 6: Illegality and unenforceable contracts

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Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

 

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

  • Identify the legal and equitable principles and statutory framework underpinning the law of contract in Australia
  • Analyse key practical issues arising in contract terms and performance
  • Demonstrate high levels of understanding of issues which affect the making and enforcement of contract terms
  • Apply relevant legal principles to the practical application of contract law

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method
Structured online learning

Assessment
Report: 40%
Quiz: 10%
Evaluation: 50%

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Study this unit in the following courses

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