Property Law

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Property Law (FMT303)

Applications Open: 01 May 2024

Applications Close: 15 June 2024

Next Available Intake: July 2024

Course Types: Modular Undergraduate Course

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: $1391.78 View More Details on Fees

Area of Interest: Management, Built Environment

Schemes: Alumni Continuing Education (ACE)

Funding: SkillsFuture

School/Department: School of Science and Technology

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Synopsis

FMT303 Property Law will introduce to students the basic principles of property law in relation to the ownership, transaction and tenancy of property. Topics include the possession of land, creation and transfer of interests/ownership in property, tenures and estates in co-ownership, mortgages and other interests in land, community title schemes and drafting of leases and other documents, other relevant legal requirements in the real estate business including in relation to planning approvals process and the BMSA Act and other regulations.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Introduction to the Law of Property
The Types of Property
Definition of Property and Meaning of Land
Legal Descriptions of Land
Tenures & Interests in Land and Registration of Deeds/Titles Act
Various Types of Tenure and Proprietary Interests
Compare and Contrast Easements and Covenants
Legal Process of Conveyancing of Property in Singapore
Legislations Pertaining to Property including BMSA Act and Regulations
Registration Systems and Conveyancing
Leases
Mortgage and Other Interests in Land

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate understanding of property law
Discuss the different types of tenures and interests
Design roles and responsibilities of management corporation and subsidiary proprietor
Demonstrate knowledge of the registration systems and conveyancing in Singapore
Examine legal aspects of leases and mortgages
Appraise property contracts