Private Law
A.Y. 2026/2027
Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to enable students to gain:
- knowledge of the fundamental institutions of private law and understanding of their general principles;
- ability to rework the principles and rules being object of study and to apply such knowledge to specific cases;
- ability to interpret and systematically reading legislation; independent capacity to identify the ratio behind each law;
- the use of an appropriate legal language;
- a level of learning ability which will enable them to continue their studies with a high level of autonomy.
- knowledge of the fundamental institutions of private law and understanding of their general principles;
- ability to rework the principles and rules being object of study and to apply such knowledge to specific cases;
- ability to interpret and systematically reading legislation; independent capacity to identify the ratio behind each law;
- the use of an appropriate legal language;
- a level of learning ability which will enable them to continue their studies with a high level of autonomy.
Expected learning outcomes
The course aims to teach students the fundamental concepts of modern private law.
On completion of the course, each student who is be able to learn successfully this subject will acquire the methods that allow student to deal with other subjects more efficiently.
On completion of the course, each student who is be able to learn successfully this subject will acquire the methods that allow student to deal with other subjects more efficiently.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Surname A-L
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
In particular, the course deals with: basic concepts and general principles; sources of law; legal rules and interpretation of law; subjective legal situations; individual and legal entities; legal goods; law of property and possession; obligations (basic knowledge); general rules on contracts; consumer relations; liabilities; tort law; family law and successions (basic knowledge).
Prerequisites for admission
There are no prerequisites for admission.
Teaching methods
Learning activities consist of 63 hours of lectures held by the Professor.
Seminars and practical classes will be held, according to the arrangements and timetable which will be communicated by the Professor at the beginning of the course.
Seminars and practical classes will be held, according to the arrangements and timetable which will be communicated by the Professor at the beginning of the course.
Teaching Resources
The following books are recommended:
- P. Trimarchi, Istituzioni di diritto privato, Milano, Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre, latest edition available, §§ 1-274, 286-305 and 382-428, or, alternatively, M. Paradiso, Corso di Istituzioni di diritto privato, Giappichelli, Torino, latest edition available, except the following chapters: from n. 26 to n. 29, from n. 42 to n. 70;
- Introduzione al corso di diritto privato. Categorie, concetti, casi, Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre, Milano, 2026 edition.
In case you wish to use other university institutional manuals we recommend you contact the Professor.
It is then necessary to consult a good updated edition of the Civil Code and relevant laws (for example: G. De Nova, Codice civile e leggi collegate, Bologna, Zanichelli).
- P. Trimarchi, Istituzioni di diritto privato, Milano, Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre, latest edition available, §§ 1-274, 286-305 and 382-428, or, alternatively, M. Paradiso, Corso di Istituzioni di diritto privato, Giappichelli, Torino, latest edition available, except the following chapters: from n. 26 to n. 29, from n. 42 to n. 70;
- Introduzione al corso di diritto privato. Categorie, concetti, casi, Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre, Milano, 2026 edition.
In case you wish to use other university institutional manuals we recommend you contact the Professor.
It is then necessary to consult a good updated edition of the Civil Code and relevant laws (for example: G. De Nova, Codice civile e leggi collegate, Bologna, Zanichelli).
Assessment methods and Criteria
In order to be admitted to the oral examination it is preliminarily necessary to pass a written test consisting of multiple choice questions, that is based on quizzes with multiple choice answers for a total of 15 questions and it takes 23 minutes. Each correct answer is evaluated a point. The exam is considered passed if the student has acquired a minimum score of 12 points in the written test.
GIUR-01/A - Private Law - University credits: 9
Lessons: 63 hours
Professor:
Maniaci Arturo
Shifts:
Turno
Professor:
Maniaci ArturoSurname M-Z
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
The course covers the following topics: basic legal notions and general principles of modern legal sistems; sources of law; legal rules and the interpretation of law; subjective legal situations; natural persons and legal persons; legal assets; real rights of ownwrship and material relationships with things; general notions concerning obbligations; legal transactions; contracts in general; legal relationships; liability; unlawful acts; general notions of family and succession law.
Prerequisites for admission
No prior knowlwdge isi required.
Teaching methods
The teaching activities consist of 63 hours of lectures delivered by the istructor.
Workschops and practical case exercises will also be offered, according to the methods and schedule that will be communicated by the instructor at the beginning of the course.
Workschops and practical case exercises will also be offered, according to the methods and schedule that will be communicated by the instructor at the beginning of the course.
Teaching Resources
One of the following texbooks is recommended: P. Trimarchi, Istituzioni di diritto privato, Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre, Milano, latest available edition, limited to paragraphs n. 1 to n. 274, to n. 286 to 305, to n. 382 to 428; or alternatively, M. Paradiso, Corso di Istituzionidi diritto privato, Giappichelli, Torino, latest available edition, excluding chapters 26 to 29 and chapters 42 to 70.
One of the above - mentioned texbooks must be supplemented with the following test: A. Maniaci, Introduzione al corso di diritto privato. Categorie, concetti, casi, Giuffrè, Francis Lefebvre, Milano, edizione 2026.
An updated edition of the Civil Code and related laws is required (for example the edition edited by G. De Nova, Bologna, Zannichelli).
One of the above - mentioned texbooks must be supplemented with the following test: A. Maniaci, Introduzione al corso di diritto privato. Categorie, concetti, casi, Giuffrè, Francis Lefebvre, Milano, edizione 2026.
An updated edition of the Civil Code and related laws is required (for example the edition edited by G. De Nova, Bologna, Zannichelli).
Assessment methods and Criteria
Admission to the oral examination requires a preliminary written test consisting of a multiple- choise quiz with a total of 15 questions, lasting 23 minutes.
One point is awarded for each correct answer.
To pass the exam, a minimum score of 12 points must be achieved in the written test.
The purpose of the written test is to assess the acquisition of basic knowledge of the subject.
The oral examination consists of an interview aimed at assessing the students' knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in the course syllabus, their acquisition of appropriate legal terminology and their ability to summarize and critically rework the material.
One point is awarded for each correct answer.
To pass the exam, a minimum score of 12 points must be achieved in the written test.
The purpose of the written test is to assess the acquisition of basic knowledge of the subject.
The oral examination consists of an interview aimed at assessing the students' knowledge and understanding of the topics covered in the course syllabus, their acquisition of appropriate legal terminology and their ability to summarize and critically rework the material.
GIUR-01/A - Private Law - University credits: 9
Lessons: 63 hours
Professor:
Parodi Nuccia
Shifts:
Turno
Professor:
Parodi NucciaProfessor(s)
Reception:
wed 13.00 -15.00
dipartimento di diritto privato e storia del diritto - 1 piano
Reception:
Wed 10am on Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams "Ricevimento Nuccia Parodi" cod.: kgxdmrs