law5pmi legal process, methods and institutions
LEGAL PROCESS, METHODS AND INSTITUTIONS
LAW5PMI
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Legal Process, Methods and Institutions introduces students to the study of law, the core legal institutions and sources of law in the Australian legal system and legal practice. The subject places your law study in the context of legal practice and wider justice issues. Students develop essential skills for studying law including case analysis, legal problem solving, legal research and written and oral communication. The subject examines what is law and explores both adversarial and non-adversarial approaches to dispute resolution. Topics include indigenous law, the doctrine of precedent and legal reasoning, dispute resolution processes, ethical problem solving and the legal profession, and current problems of access to justice.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LAW1LIM, LAW11LSC, LAW5IAL, LAW5CLM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Must be admitted to Juris Doctor degree or have permission from Director of JD Program.
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Connecting with Law | Prescribed | Michelle Sanson and Thalia Anthony 2014 | Oxford Uni Press |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate integrated knowledge of the framework of the Australian legal system including its core institutions, sources of law and of how law is made, developed and applied
- Activities:
- Online Quizzes, Case Note, Oral Presentation, Examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Demonstrate integrated cognitive and creative skills in working with case law
- Activities:
- Case Brief, Oral Presentation, Examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Develop written and oral communication skills appropriate to the legal discipline
- Activities:
- Case Note, Oral Presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Critically analyse Australia's legal processes and institution and access to justice in Australia
- Activities:
- Oral Presentation, Examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of academic integrity and awareness of the consequences of any failure to comply
- Activities:
- Online Quizzes, Case Note, Oral Presentation, Examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2017, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoel Butler
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
Two 4.0 hours workshop per study period on saturday during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Examination (3000 words equivalent) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
Mid Semester Assignment (1500 words) | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 05 | |
Oral Presentation (1000 words equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
City Campus, 2017, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
Two 4.0 hours workshop per study period on saturday during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Examination (3000 words equivalent) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
Mid Semester Assignment (1500 words) | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 05 | |
Oral Presentation (1000 words equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |