LAWS 7037 Migration Practice and Theory 2

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Credit Points 20

Legacy Code 201030

Coordinator Jason Donnelly Opens in new window

Description This subject focuses on the practical processes involved in migration practice as a registered migration agent in Australia. The subject covers topics such as the interview consulting process with clients, the regime for lodging valid visa applications (including the methods of lodgement and preparation procedures) and Freedom of Information requests and practical aspects of communicating with the Department. This subject also provides students with the opportunity to undertake a capstone practical placement program with a registered migration agent business in Australia. NOTE: All students must attend a mandatory onsite intensive two-day weekend workshop to address practical aspects reflected in the Occupational Competency Standards of the Department of Home Affairs. Students may also undertake a five day capstone practical placement program to gain professional experience in the migration agent industry in Australia.

School Law

Discipline Law, Not Elsewhere Classified.

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 20cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Pre-requisite(s) LAWS 7007 AND
LAWS 7003 AND
LAWS 7004

Co-requisite(s) LAWS 7038 AND
LAWS 7036

Incompatible Subjects LGYA 4914 - Migration Law in Practice

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in 2819 Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration 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.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Professional Task 1,000 words 20 N Individual
Quiz 60 minutes 20 N Individual
Professional Task Option 1: a) 5 days b) 1,500 words Option 2: 1,500 words 60 Y Individual

Teaching Periods