law2lam law and medicine
LAW AND MEDICINE
LAW2LAM
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Medical law is an internationally recognised intellectual discipline and a field of legal practice which is founded on ethical theories, common law doctrines and human rights principles. It spans other areas of law (torts, criminal, family and administrative law) and must satisfy social policy developments, principles of governance, regulatory mechanisms and dispute resolution processes. In this subject, medico-legal issues are discussed and evaluated in the context of a range of topics which include: ethical duties, consent to medical treatment (adults and children), legal competence and medical treatment (adults), human reproduction law and technologies, professional liability and medical malpractice, regulation of health professionals and end of life decision-making. Informed analysis of law is promoted by examining the case law and legislation together with group discussion. Students are equipped with skills relevant to policy developments and law reform.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorHannah Robert
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW1LIM and LAW1CRL and LAW2TOT
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LST22/32HLM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Current enrolment in Bachelor of Laws and via application only.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Health Care & the Law | Prescribed | McIlwraith, J. and Madden, B. | Current edition, Thomson Reuters |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Ability to comprehend and analyse common law principles relevant to the area of medicine
- Activities:
- Lectures and group discussion of relevant cases studies. Individual and group assignments.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
02. Ability to understand legislation relevant to the area of medicine.
- Activities:
- Lectures and group discussion of relevant legislation. Individual and group assignments
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
03. Ability to contribute to a group presentation and assignment
- Activities:
- Lectures and class discussion on the group topic, discussion and presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Subject options
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City, 2016, Winter semester, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size70
Enrolment information Venue capacity Application to Law School
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorHannah Robert
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 27 - 28
Four 3.5 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 27 - 28
Three 8.0 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment | 25 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Individual assignment | 75 | 01, 02 |