To acquaint students with the fundamental principles of tortious liability, both statutory and common law, along with the main defences and remedies available to parties to a claim in Tort. Emphasis is placed on the development of problem-solving ability, in regard to which tutorials have a crucial role to play. The course covers the foundations of tortious liability required for a qualifying law degree. Tutorials should normally follow lectures in terms of the order in which topics are dealt with.
All tutors use common tutorial materials are.
A test is set which covers all the points studied during terms one and three. This is intended to be revision and to assist in identification of those students who have failed to grasp essential points. The tutor will make arrangements to see those students wishing to discuss their work Tutors will set a minimum of two pieces of written work for each term of study. Students will be requested to complete and return questionnaires, in a format and at intervals which are approved by the Law Board, seeking their views as to the quality of lectures and tutorials. The students' answers will be anonymous and will be followed up in accordance with such arrangements as are agreed by the Law Board.