Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives This subject aims to provide students with an understanding of the significance of the principles of contract as the basis of personal, professional and business relationships. It also aims to develop a knowledge of the rules of interpretation and precedent of the several Australian jurisdictions with regard to contracts. Students acquire a capacity to identify breaches of contract, and the appropriate remedies for such breaches. This knowledge allows progression to further study of the law relating to business entities such as companies, partnerships, sole traders and trusts.
Synopsis Introduction to contract law in Australia, offer and acceptance, intention to be legally bound, consideration, terms, capacity of parties, problems of consent, legality of object, principal and agent, frustration, termination of contract, Goods Act (1958) (Victoria), consumer protection and an introduction to the (Commonwealth) rights and remedies of user consumers Trade Practices Act (1974).
Assessment Assignments: 30% + Examination: 70%