Teaching starts Spring

Language of instruction Norwegian.

Recommended previous knowledge EX-100 Examen Philosophicum, JUR100 Introductory Course (Ex. Fac) and JUR101 Legal Method I

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course the student should:

• know and be able to explain the legal rules concerning co-debtors, recourse, debt acquisition, settlement with settlement adjustments, offsetting, default effects, obsolescence and other key legal issues concerning money claims
• know and be able to explain the main features of the legislation on consumer credit issues, debt collection and the rules on security of money claims
• identify the most important issues in law on money claims
• be able to see the connection between the different rules in the law on money claims and make a critical assessment of the legal situation within the issues raised in the course
• be able to reflect on ethical issues in law of money claims
• be able to acquire new knowledge in the law on money claims

Course contents

The course addresses:

• the common rules that apply to the payment obligation that is validly established regardless of jurisdiction
• the legal consequences of a money claim being established, until the money claim lapses
• loss of money claims through various forms of settlement and the loss through obsolescence
• the consequences of a money claim not being paid on time
• the special rules that apply to the consumer as debtor of money claims

Teaching methods and workload The teaching methods of this programme are based on the principles of problem-based learning and will include lectures, seminars and an extensive use of group work. In each course students will be divided into groups of about 10 people. Group work will include solving theoretical and practical issues related to the topics discussed in the course. There will be 4-8 written assignments for each course. For handing in and responding to written assignments the students use Fronter, UiA´s learning support system. The students need to fulfill a minimum of 75% participation in the mandatory work requirements.

Examination requirement Students must complete a minimum of 75% participation in the mandatory work requirements. This includes participation in group work, writing and commenting on papers and participation in large groups/seminars. In addition, there will be a requirement of one approved written assignment. Students who fail to fulfill the mandatory work requirements cannot take the exam and will need to retake the course. Further information will be given in Fronter at the start of the semester.

Assessment methods and criteria 4 hour written examination with graded marks.

Type of course Theoretical.

Level of course

First cycle i.e. bachelor level.

Year of study Normally second year.

Name of lecturer/contact person

Student Adviser Gro Anita Homme.