Overview
This Law for Construction course at Nottingham Trent University will also provide a basis for understanding dispute resolution. Teaching and learning will take place using a flexible programme of lectures, workshops, seminar groups, and tutorials.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- demonstrate a systematic understanding of the English Legal System, including the identification and application of recognised legal sources and criminal and civil liability
- evaluate, discuss and apply key contract law concepts
- discuss and apply key torts
- review and critically appraise Health and Safety law
- evaluate corporate and social legal responsibilities
- apply the key principles of dispute resolution
- identify and review the application of legal cases in contract and tort, and apply these to construction industry scenarios
- identify the key legal findings from cases and apply these principles to construction issues
- review legal processes and know how they can be applied to construction scenarios
- evaluate case-based law findings based on contract law and tort to resolve disputes
- use appropriate information technologies to acquire key legal information.
Programme Structure
This course will include:- English legal systems and processes
- key elements of contract law
- review of key torts
- review and development of health and safety law
- corporate social responsibility, including corporate manslaughter legislation
- methods of dispute resolution including courts, arbitration, adjudication, mediation and conciliation
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Civil Engineering & Construction Legal Studies View 84 other Short Courses in Legal Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
- You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.
- If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.
- Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1200 GBP / full≈ 1200 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1200 GBP / full≈ 1200 GBP / full
Living costs
Nottingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.