Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2008, 2006, 2005, 2004
This course is only available to students enrolled in Bachelor of Laws (LAWS) degree programs.
This course develops knowledge and skills in the processes of writing, editing, publication and marketing for legal publishing. Through work on the School's journal, The Newcastle Law Review, students are exposed to the publication process and gain practical experience in all stages of legal publishing, including research, writing and practical tasks.
| Objectives | The course objective is to promote and further develop skills in the following areas: * Legal writing * Legal Research * Information technology skills applicable to law The course is also designed to serve as an introduction to the publishing process, including aspects of the publication schedule, copy editing, editorial tasks under supervision, and aspects of marketing. |
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| Content | The course will comprise both student research and writing and practical tasks. 1. Supervised Research and Writing Writing: supervised writing of a casenote and a book review, with the potential for their actual publication in The Newcastle Law Review. 2. Practical Tasks Editing: i telephone attendances and correspondence with contributors. ii facilitating the referee process iii copy editing Publishing: i formatting and layout ii deadline enforcement Marketing: i maintenance of client databases ii publicity iii distribution |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||
| Transition | NA | ||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||
| Assumed Knowledge | LAWS1001A, LAWS1001B, LAWS1002A, LAWS1002B, LAWS2003A, LAWS2003B, LAWS3004A, LAWS3004B, LAWS3005 | ||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||
| Teaching Methods | Tutorial | ||
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| Contact Hours | Workshop: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Individual Supervision: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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