law5jus justice after atrocity

JUSTICE AFTER ATROCITY

LAW5JUS

Not currently offered

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

How do societies deal with atrocity and its aftermath? In this subject, students are introduced to the manifold ways in which societies have faced atrocities and mass violence, including criminal trials (domestic and international), truth commissions, lustration and art works. By examining a number of case studies from across the globe, students are invited to critically reflect of the difficulties in notions of truth, representation and justice. Focus is on both the theories and the practices of justice mechanisms with the aim of providing students with a well-grounded understanding of the precarious path to justice.

SchoolLa Trobe Law School

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorMaria Elander

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesUtilisation of presentation materials, completion of reading tasks, effective use of on-line learning tools, completion of written assessment, reflective participation in seminars.

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program offered by the School of Law, or must have permission of the Director of Programs or delegate

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Learning resources

Various

Resource TypeBook

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Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

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Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Critically analyse theories of justice in the context of societal breakdown using a range of evaluation tools
02. Reconceptualise justice mechanisms using case studies showing a profound understanding of the variety of reactions to atrocity and mass violence
03. Clearly and effectively communicate analyses of issues utilising a range of critical perspectives and disciplines
04. Demonstrate high level critical understanding of the domestic and international legal landscape in which justice and truth claims are made and tested.

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