This course aims to –

• examine the nature, scope and objectives of tort law and its interception with other fields of law such as contract and criminal law

• encourage students to discover the meaning and purpose of tort law, its origins, development and limitations and some of its major issues

• equip students with a sound knowledge of the substantive rules of tort law

• develop students’:

o research skills 

o analytical and problem-solving skills

o effective written and oral communication skills

o presentation skills and the abilities to express ideas in relation to issues in tort law

• develop an awareness of the social context in which the rules of tort law operate

• introduce basic practical skills and develop students’ ability to advise and present innovatively on issues of liability in tort.