Land Law

Overview

This unit enables students, through the study of cases, statutes and other materials, to acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of, and competence in, Australian land law. This unit focuses on the nature and creation of interests in land. It provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the Torrens system of land registration, the creation of security and other interests in land including mortgages, easements, restrictive covenants and leases, co-ownership and the transfer of interests in land.

Learning outcomes

Teaching methods

Hawthorn

Assessment

Content

• The nature and scope of interests in land
• Torrens system of land registration including the concept of indefeasibility and the exceptions thereto and the treatment of unregistered interests
• Co-ownership
• The acquisition and disposition of interests in land
• Interests in land owned by another person
• Mortgages
• The assurance fund
• Ownership of chattels and fixtures
• Leases
• Easements and restrictive covenants