CORONIAL LAW AND FORENSICS
LCR3CLF
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the theories, practices and procedures of coronial law and forensic medicine in Australia. It will investigate the distinctive roles played by the coroner, forensic pathologist, police officer and medical practitioner during the death investigation process. It will also analyse how coronial institutions can be reformed to produce optimal outcomes for society. Students may explore topics such as coronial architecture and mortuary spaces, the relationship between postmortem examinations and organ donation and coronial inquests on deaths in custody.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMarc Trabsky
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW1LIM or LCR1ALS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LAW2DDL
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Evaluate legal and policy problems using appropriate doctrine in coronial law, forensic medicine and/or academic scholarship
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Take Home Exam Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking)
02. Identify, use and appraise research material relevant to the operation and reform of coronial law and forensic medicine
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Take Home Exam Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking)
03. Critically analyse historical, social, ethical, religious and cultural implications of coronial law and forensic medicine
- Activities:
- Online Group Exercises Take Home Exam Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking)
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