Underpinning Principles of Law for the Built Environment.

Law describes the framework in which we all live, work and go about our daily lives. It gives us the structure to keep us and our property safe and to manage any disputes. Developed over many years, property law can be complex and confusing.

Underpinning Principles of Law for the Built Environment


This module introduces law. It discusses how it is made and introduces concepts such as land law, easements, restrictive covenants, contract law, negligence and occupiers’ liability. It also covers legal and regulatory compliance.

Content overview

  • The Legal System and how law is made
  • Land Law
  • Civil Law
  • Business, Employment and Crime
  • Contract Law

Summary


CPD Subject Category:
Housing - Standards, Legal and Valuation


Duration:
27 hours


Outcome:
Sava Online CPD Certificate


Study method:
Online


Cost:
£575.00 + VAT

Details


Why you need this

This module introduces law and discusses how it is made and introduces some land law concepts such as easements, restrictive covenants, contract law, negligence and occupier’s liability. It also covers legal and regulatory compliance.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course you will have an understanding of:

  • The key concepts of law
  • The property law that governs the various forms of ownership and occupation of real property
  • Land estates and interests and how ownership is transferred
  • The principles to be applied when there are property disputes, with a brief introduction to party walls and boundaries.
  • The principles of tort, including negligence, breach of duty and duty of care etc
  • Contract law, including land and business contracts
  • Matters of business law that may affect you whether you work for a firm or run your own business

Who is it designed for?

  • People without a legal background who work in property
  • People who need to understand the fundamental requirements of law
  • Those involved in managing property
  • People who need to understand the legal implications of decisions and actions related to residential property

Delivery

  • The training programme is delivered through Sava Learn, our online learning platform. You will be asked to read, research, watch and listen, and invited to check your knowledge through quizzes.
  • You have complete flexibility as to where and when you undertake your learning.
  • You can enrol on this course at any time and work through the content at your own pace.
  • You will have access to the material for a year from purchase.
  • Content created by leading industry trainers

Assessment

There is an online test after completion of the course to demonstrate the knowledge attained.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements.

Cost

The cost of the module is £575 + VAT. This includes all online training material, the test and the award of the Sava CPD Certificate.