Course handbook
Description
Law regulates many aspects of human life and activities. The Australian legal system is complex and it is important for all citizens and residents to have some understanding of how our common law legal system works. This course introduces students to the key features of Australia's legal and constitutional system to support engaged and responsible citizenship. It also provides instruction in the core rules and principles which regulate the law of contract, a key area of law which has impact on business. Some aspects of the law of negligence, agency and consumer protection are also included to help students' understanding and dynamic network of laws which have a direct impact on our personal lives.
Availability
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2019
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 1 - 2019
- Semester 2 - 2019
PSB Singapore
- Trimester 1 - 2019 (Singapore)
- Trimester 3 - 2019
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify and explain the principal features of the Australian Legal System;
2. Identify the key legal risks associated with setting up and running a business and explain legal and business strategies used to control those risks;
3. Outline the main legal requirements for creating and enforcing a contract;
4. Apply problem solving methods to identify, analyse and explain areas of law covered during the course.
Content
Topics to be covered are:
MODULE 1: Legal System and Constitutional framework
- Legal concepts and terminology
- Australia as a common law system
- Australian Constitutional framework
- What does it mean to be an engaged citizen
MODULE 2: The Law of Contract
- Promises and bargains
- Making a contract
- Contract excuses
- Contract terms
- Ending a contract and remedies.
MODULE 3: Other areas of law which affect business
- The law of negligence
- Consumer protection
- How the law defines types of businesses
Assessment items
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Multiple choice quizzes
Written Assignment: Learning portfolio
Formal Examination: Final open book examination
Contact hours
Ourimbah, Newcastle City Precinct and PSB Singapore
Online Activity
Online 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Students will complete specific reading and online learning activities.
Seminar
Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term