LAWS 1007 Introduction to Law (WSTC)
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 700157
Coordinator Bader Unnisa Mehdi Opens in new window
Description This unit introduces students to the Australian legal system. It considers the historical and legal factors which influenced its development and the key institutions and processes which have resulted. It considers the impact of Australian law and legal system on Indigenous Australians and their laws. The unit introduces students to legal method: legal reasoning and statutory interpretation. Students will also develop academic literacies, including study management, writing and referencing in a legal context.
School Law
Discipline Law
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects LAWS 1006 - Introduction to Law
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 1,500 words | 30 | N | Individual |
| Quizzes | 10 | N | Individual | |
| Final exam | 3 hours | 60 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods