LAW2253 : Law and Land Use
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Available for Study Abroad and Exchange students, subject to School approval at module registration
- Module Leader(s): Ms Anna Jobe
- Owning School: Newcastle Law School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The central aims of the module are:
1. To provide a basic understanding of key legal concepts and of the nature of legal materials. [PC1-I/D/A]
2. To provide a general introduction to the legal framework for land use. [PC1-I/D/A]; [PC10-I/D/A]
3. To provide insight into the circumstances where those concerned with various aspects of land use may encounter legal problems or have occasion to call on legal expertise. [PC10-I/D/A]
4. To provide a foundation for non-Law students wishing to take more advanced modules in Land, Planning or Environmental Law.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will address the following topics:
* An introduction to English law, and the role of law in regulating land use;
* The structure of private land law;
* Subsidiary rights over other people’s land;
* Landlord and Tenant;
* Responsibility for harm arising from the use of land;
* Public control of land use.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Recorded Feedforward on Assessments |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 22 | 1:00 | 22:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | Discussion Board activities |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | Synchronous small-group seminars |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 164:00 | 164:00 | Independent study: supplementary |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Synchronous Online Revision Sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Synchronous assessment feedforward Q&A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures: There will be 22 hours of lectures seeking to provide an overview of the substantive elements of the course, and also to provide opportunities for legal skills development (e.g. introducing problem questions). These will be supported with structured online guidance and activities.
Seminars: There will be four synchronous one-hour classes for students that correspond to the content of the course, providing opportunities for knowledge and skills development. These provide an opportunity to develop oral, analytical and critical skills as well as knowledge development in relation to the aspects of the law covered. The seminars will be structured, with students expected to prepare responses to questions in advance of attending. These will provide a mixture of problem and essay style questions.
Lecture Materials: The feedforward lectures for coursework and the exam will be recorded and uploaded to Canvas. This is to enable students to easily access this at a time that suits them.
Module Talk: Synchronous Assessment Feedforward Q&A: These synchronous sessions will represent two hours of scheduled online contact time. These sessions are opportunities for students to ask questions about each of the assessments respectively, and also to ask any broader questions about the module.
Drop-In/Surgery Feedback: These reflect the Law School policy that markers will offer the opportunity for one-to-one oral feedback on students’ assessed work.
Module Talk: Revision: These synchronous online sessions will provide an opportunity for students to revisit and discuss key areas of the course prior to the exam.
Online Discussion: There will be dedicated opportunities for students to engage in online discussion board activities in peer learning groups, or to undertake quizzes as individuals. This will help to consolidate student learning and develop their knowledge and skills. Tasks and quizzes will help bridge the gap between lecture content and preparing for seminars/assessment, addressing elements of problem-style and/or essay style questions.
Independent Study: There will be 163 hours of independent study associated with this module, to be divided as needed between preparation, consolidation, engaging with the formative assessment and revision.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 480 | 1 | A | 100 | Take home paper. Answer 2 questions (1 essay, 1 problem) in an 8 hour window – word limit of 1500 per question. |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | Multiple Choice Quiz for Formative Assessment Opportunity |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The summative assessment is comprised of an unseen examination. This provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of different topics within the syllabus.
The final examination requires students to answer one multi-part compulsory problem question, and one essay style question from a choice of three. These assessments engage critical, analytical and evaluative skills, as well as the ability to write with care and precision.
A take-home exam is preferred, so that it is open book and submitted online.
Students have the opportunity to complete a formative assessment in the form of a Multiple Choice Quiz (MCQ).
Structured online learning activities and seminars have been designed to focus on the skills development necessary for the summative assessment.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- LAW2253's Timetable