DATA PROTECTION LAW
LAW5PRI
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subjects will provide students with a broad practical knowledge of the regulatory and legal framework on data protection in Australia. Students will analyse federal and state laws, policies and principles regulating the governmental and commercial use of personal data and confidential material in the digital age. Topics may include case studies on surveillance and metadata, corporate data mining and social networking, the right to privacy and Government use of personal data at state and federal level.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDarren O'Donovan
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted to a Post Graduate program offered by the Law School or have permission from the Director of Juris Doctor
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Selected articles, book chapters, case law and statutes will be accessed on-line and in hardcopy. A detailed reading list will be provided in the unit material. | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate advanced comprehension of international issues in the regulatory and legal framework of privacy
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Research Assignment
02. Demonstrate highly developed skills in identifying, using and appraising research material relevant to the operation and reform of privacy law in Australia, US, Canada, UK and/or Europe
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Research Assignment
03. Critically evaluate the legal, regulatory, ethical and economic implications of privacy law in Australia, US, Canada, UK and/or Europe
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Research Assignment
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