LEGL 1209: Contracts
Effective date
September 2020
Department
Paralegal Program
School
Continuing Studies
Description
A substantive law course covering the law of contracts. Students study the function of contracts in today's business world, following the life of a contract "from cradle to grave". Topics include the concept and nature of contractual relationships, how contracts are entered into, circumstances affecting contract validity, and how a contractual relationship may end (and the potential consequences).
Prerequisites
Legal administrative work experience, formal admission to the paralegal program, or previous legal coursework.
Course Learning Outcomes
None
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 21
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 21
Total Hours: 42
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.