LAWS 3056 Practising in the Public Interest
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 200943
Coordinator John Juriansz Opens in new window
Description This unit is delivered by the Public Interest Advocacy Centre, an independent, non-profit legal and policy centre. The unit introduces students to systems advocacy and public interest law and exposes them to organisations that are directly involved in public interest and pro bono litigation and activities.
School Law
Discipline Law, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Pre-requisite(s) LAWS 2013 AND
LAWS 4015 AND
LAWS 2003 AND
LAWS 3082
Restrictions Enrolment into this subject is by invitation only. A minimum GPA of 5.5 for law subjects is required in order to enrol in this subject.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reflective Journal | 2,500 words (5 entries of 500 words each) | 35 | N | Individual |
| Research Assignment | 2,500 - 3,000 words | 65 | N | Individual |
| Intensive Seminar Sessions | Students must satisfactorily complete all engagement requirements as may be established by the Public Interest Advocacy Centre. | S/U | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Readings will be provided by PIAC.
Teaching Periods