law5lre legal theory and methodology
LEGAL THEORY AND METHODOLOGY
LAW5LRE
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will enhance skills in advanced legal research and writing methods. Students will be introduced to a range of socio-legal research methods and techniques, and theoretical approaches to legal scholarship. The subject gives students the opportunity to apply these skills and theoretical frameworks to a number of legal topics.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in LMJD or LML or LMLGBL or LMCL or LMLAW or LMLE or have permission of the Law School Director of Postgraduate (Coursework) Programs
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Various readings that will be made available on the LMS | Recommended | Various | Various |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop advanced skills in legal research and writing methods
- Activities:
- Literature Review Research Assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
02. Demonstrate an enhanced understanding of theoretical approaches to legal scholarship
- Activities:
- Literature Review Research Assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
03. Independently review and critically analyse complex primary and secondary research material
- Activities:
- Literature Review Research Assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2019, Week 12-16, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 12 - 16
Four 7.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 16 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literature Review (1,500 words) | Submitted/Assessed Online | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Research Assignment (5,000 words) | Submitted/Assessed Online | 70 | 01, 02, 03 |
City Campus, 2019, Week 31-34, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 34
Four 7.0 hours lecture/seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 34 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literature Review (1,500 words) | Submitted/Assessed Online | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Research Assignment (5,000 words) | Submitted/Assessed Online | 70 | 01, 02, 03 |