Overview

The following areas are covered in this topic: The concept of a contract and its functions, including broad theories underpinning contract law; formation, performance and discharge of contracts; the nature of contractual terms and their interpretation; privity of contract; common law and equitable remedies for breach of contract; the doctrine … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Provide students with a sound knowledge and understanding of the applicable principles on the nature, formation, content, interpretation, performance, and discharge of contracts, including a specific focus on the role of good faith in negotiation, performance and termination of contracts
  • Provide students with an understanding and critical evaluation of the role of unconscionability in contract law, particularly in relation to the control of contractual unfairness, either in its own right, or through the related concepts of duress, undue influence, and misinformation
  • Provide students with a sound knowledge and understanding of the applicable common law and equitable remedies for breach of contract

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