Overview

This is the foundational topic that forms the basis for the rest of the course. In the context of learning about the Australian legal system and its institutions, its history and its development, students will begin to develop a range of skills that are required for successful study of the … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Provide students with knowledge of the Australian legal system
  • Provide students with knowledge and skills to select, locate, use and update appropriate research resources for legislation, cases and secondary material
  • Introduce students to the principles of statutory interpretation
  • Provide students with an introduction to the conventions of professional and academic legal writing; and
  • Provide students with knowledge about the ethics of writing and admission to practice

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Apply knowledge of the Australian legal system
2.
Determine relevant factual, legal and policy issues by undertaking research
3.
Solve novel problems and evaluate legal issues through the contextual application of legal knowledge
4.
Persuade effectively through written communication
5.
Demonstrate personal autonomy and accountability

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Requisites information

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