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University of Pretoria Yearbook 2024

Law of contract 211 (KTR 211)


Qualification Undergraduate
Faculty Faculty of Law
Module credits 15.00
NQF Level 06
Programmes BCom Law
BA Law
Bachelor of Laws [LLB]
Service modules Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Faculty of Humanities
Prerequisites Admission to the relevant programme.
Contact time 1 tutorial per week, 4 lectures per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Private Law
Period of presentation Semester 1
Module content
*For LLB and BA/BCom specialising in law
a. General principles of the law of obligations
b. Formation of the contract
c. Content of the contract
d. Interpretation of written contracts
e. Breach of contract
f. Remedies for breach of contract
g. Termination of contractual obligations
h. Drafting of contracts

General Academic Regulations and Student Rules


The General Academic Regulations (G Regulations) and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and
registered students of the University, as well as all prospective students who have accepted an offer of a place at
the University of Pretoria. On registering for a programme, the student bears the responsibility of ensuring that
they familiarise themselves with the General Academic Regulations applicable to their registration, as well as the
relevant faculty-specific and programme-specific regulations and information as stipulated in the relevant

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yearbook. Ignorance concerning these regulations will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression, or
basis for an exception to any of the aforementioned regulations. The G Regulations are updated annually and
may be amended after the publication of this information.

Regulations, degree requirements and information


The faculty regulations, information on and requirements for the degrees published here are subject to change
and may be amended after the publication of this information.

University of Pretoria Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) verification project


The higher education sector has undergone an extensive alignment to the Higher Education Qualification Sub-
Framework (HEQSF) across all institutions in South Africa. In order to comply with the HEQSF, all institutions are
legally required to participate in a national initiative led by regulatory bodies such as the Department of Higher
Education and Training (DHET), the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and the South African Qualifications
Authority (SAQA). The University of Pretoria is presently engaged in an ongoing effort to align its qualifications
and programmes with the HEQSF criteria. Current and prospective students should take note that changes to UP
qualification and programme names, may occur as a result of the HEQSF initiative. Students are advised to
contact their faculties if they have any questions.

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Common questions

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The law of obligations module structure includes 1 tutorial per week and 4 lectures per week, and it is instructed in English. This well-structured format provides frequent engagement opportunities, promoting better comprehension and retention of complex legal concepts, which can significantly enhance learning outcomes for students .

The University of Pretoria is ensuring alignment with the HEQSF by participating in a national initiative led by the Department of Higher Education and Training, the Council on Higher Education, and the South African Qualifications Authority. This involves an ongoing effort to align the university’s qualifications and programmes with the HEQSF criteria .

Familiarizing with the General Academic Regulations is significant as it ensures students understand the requirements and rules applicable to their registration. Ignorance of these regulations is not accepted as an excuse for any transgressions or as a basis for exceptions. These regulations may change, thus knowing them is crucial for conformity and compliance .

Regular updates and potential amendments to the General Academic Regulations can affect students by requiring them to stay informed about any changes to ensure compliance. These updates may involve changes to requirements or rules that could impact students' study plans or progression. Failure to adhere to current regulations could lead to violations, as ignorance is not considered a valid excuse .

Not adhering to the University of Pretoria Yearbook regulations and requirements could have serious implications for a student, including academic penalties, ineligibility to register for certain modules, or potentially facing disciplinary actions. Compliance is crucial as ignorance of these regulations is not deemed an acceptable excuse for non-compliance or violations, which could negatively impact a student's academic journey .

The University of Pretoria's engagement in the HEQSF initiative impacts current and prospective students by potentially leading to changes in qualification and programme names. This alignment effort is a legal requirement for all higher education institutions in South Africa to ensure compliance with national standards. As a result, students are advised to contact their faculties for clarification on any changes, as these could affect their course of study .

The module on contract law at the University of Pretoria emphasizes elements such as the formation and content of contracts, interpretation of written contracts, handling breaches and remedies, termination of obligations, and the drafting of contracts. It also touches on general academic rules and regulations essential for the legal practice context .

Service modules from the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and Faculty of Humanities contribute by providing an interdisciplinary approach to legal education, complementing the core legal curriculum. They allow law students to gain insights and skills from other disciplines, which can enhance their understanding of legal contexts in broader economic and social frameworks .

The module KTR 211, 'Law of Obligations,' covers general principles such as the formation of the contract, content of the contract, interpretation of written contracts, breach of contract, remedies for breach of contract, termination of contractual obligations, drafting of contracts, and related academic regulations and student rules .

The prerequisite for enrolling in the law of obligations module KTR 211 is admission to the relevant programme at the University of Pretoria .

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