27718 Sport and the Law

6cp
Postgraduate

This subject introduces legal principles and law as they relate to sport activity and its management. It considers the sportsperson and the sports manager in terms of the possible risks, duties and responsibilities within the legal system. It examines contracts, incorporation, directors' liabilities, negligence and risk management, anti-discrimination, consumer protection, and business organisation, in their relevance to sports management.

Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $636.88
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,100.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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