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LAWS1001A

Legal System & Method - Part A

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

LLB courses are only available to students enrolled in Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree programs.

This course is Part A of a multi-term sequence. Part B must also be completed to meet the requirements of the sequence. The separate elements of the sequence must be completed in consecutive terms ie without an intervening term.


Legal system stream examines the nature of the Australian legal system, the constitutional framework and the development of sources of law, including the common law and legislation. The course introduces ethical considerations for the legal profession and develops analytical and interpretative skills. Students develop skills in legal research and in written and oral communication as relevant to the study and practice of law.

Objectives
The objectives of this course are:
1. To assist students to gain knowledge of the Australian legal system.
2. To assist students to develop a range of skills in dealing with legal data, including research, problem-solving, writing and legal professional skills.
3. To promote critical thinking and reflection.
4. To introduce concepts of legal professional ethics.
Content
Legal System and Method is an introductory first year course which is designed to, and has the objective of establishing a basis and foundation for all other law courses.

This course has a number of substantive law components which should not be viewed in isolation. Instruction in the methods and skills employed by lawyers are integrated with the substantive law components to provide an introduction to the Australian Legal System. A sound appreciation of the legal system is not possible without the acquisition of legal skills.

The parts of the course are:

A. Legal System components
1. Overview of the Australian Legal System
2. Legal Institutions and their regulation
2. Statutory Interpretation
3. The Australian Constitutional Framework
4. Common law

B. Legal Method components
1. Legal Research
2. Oral Communication
3. Written Communication
Replacing Course(s)
na
Transition
na
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Nil
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Seminar
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Examination: Class
Short answer questions
Examination: Open Book
Hypothetical problem questions
Case Scenario/PBL exercises
The assessment will comprise of three exercises and an assessable mooting exercise
Quiz - On-line
Reports
Reflection exercise based on film
Contact Hours
Seminar: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Seminar: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Seminar: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for LAWS1001A