Land Law

RATIONALE
This module examines the law of property in land in England and Wales. Students will develop a solid understanding of the historical and theoretical foundations of English land law and of the current legal principles and concepts in use today. The module examines the development of the legal frameworks regulating property in land, including the normalisation of the registration of titles. The module explores and examines the different forms in which property rights in land arise and the mechanism used to accommodate developments. Students will develop comprehensive knowledge and skills in the application of legal principles to solve problems in land law. The module also examines the social, political and economic functions of the law of property in land.

AIMS
Through the completion of this module students will:
●    Examine the sources and principles of land law in England and Wales.
●    Approach the study of land law in a systematic way and understand some of the key definitions and concepts used in land law.
●    Evaluate and apply legal principles to solve problems in land law, including equitable interests.
●    Critically examine land law in a range of legal contexts in private and public land.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
1.    Examine the sources and principles of land law in England and Wales.
2.    Approach the study of land law in a systematic way and understand some of the key definitions and concepts used in land law.
3.    Evaluate and apply legal principles to solve problems in land law, including equitable interests.
4.    Understand land law in a range of legal contexts in property relations.