Principles of Equity

Course aim

This course aims to provide students with an understanding and knowledge of the fundamental principles of the Law of Equity as well as to provide a basis for study in other law topics which involve an application of the doctrines and principles of Equity.

Course content

• The nature and history of equity and its relationship with the common law;
• Fiduciary relationships and the equitable obligations which arise from such relationships;
• Other equitable doctrines including the obligation of confidence, equitable estoppel, undue influence, unconscionable transactions and relief against forfeiture of proprietary interests;
• The liability of third parties for breach of equitable obligations; and
• Equitable remedies including specific performance, account, injunctions, declarations, equitable compensation, equitable damages and the constructive trust.

Textbook(s)

Radan P and Stewart C 2013, Principles of Australian Equity and Trusts , 2nd ed, Lexis Nexis Butterworths , Chatswood N.S.W.

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	2 hours x 10 weeks
Seminar	2 hours x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Short answer and multiple choice test in class, Written assignment

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 3)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.