Equity and Trusts Charles Sturt University

Overview

The Equity and Trusts course from Charles Sturt University is dedicated to the study of trust law. Students will consider the nature of a trust; legal requirements in establishing a trust; as well as the rights, duties and powers associated with trusts. Students will also be introduced to remedial constructive trusts.

Learning Outcomes

• be able to demonstrate awareness of the principles of equity and trusts and their relationship to the broader Australian legal landscape, including property law and the law of contract;

• be able to analyse critically different types of trusts, including remedial constructive trusts, and reflect upon social policies underpinning this area of the law;

• be able to critique the roles of trustee and beneficiary in respect to important case law;

• be able to identify and evaluate equitable doctrines and remedies and apply them to practical scenarios;

• be able to engage critically with the philosophies behind equitable relief;

• be able to evaluate critically the role played by equity in common law jurisdictions;

• be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the legislative framework surrounding unconscionable conduct;