Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
- This unit examines the law relating to limitation and notice of actions in civil proceedings, with particular reference to contract and quasi-contract, actions in negligence for personal injury, death, property damage and economic loss, other tort actions, real property and equitable claims. The unit focuses on general common law principles and the statute law of Western Australia as contained in the Limitation Act 1935 (WA) and the Limitation Act 2005 (WA), but also examines legislative provisions in other jurisdictions and other reform alternatives.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) understand the provisions of the Western Australian Limitation Acts of 1935 and 2005, and the relationship between them, the general principles of limitations law, and the relevant policy issues; (2) demonstrate that understanding in essays on prescribed or selected topics; and (3) use the understanding they have gained in legal practice and other law related areas.
- Assessment
Students demonstrate achievement of the outcomes in a variety of assessment methods including a number of assignments. Further assessment information is provided in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Winthrop Professor Peter Handford
- Contact hours
- offered intensively
- Recommended
reading -
Darby, J. G. N. and Bosanquet, F. A. Statutes of Limitations, 2nd edn: Clowes 1893
Handford, P. R. Limitation of Actions: the Laws of Australia, 3rd edn: Lawbook Co. 2012
McGee, A. Limitation Periods, 6th edn: Sweet & Maxwell 2006
Prime, T. and Scanlon, G. P. The Modern Law of Limitation, 2nd edn: OUP 2001
Report on Limitation and Notice of Actions, project no. 36, part II: Law Reform Commission of Western Australia 1997
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.