76070 Biomedical Law and Bioethics

6cp
Requisite(s): 70113 Legal Process and History OR 70115 Perspectives on Law
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: A Stuhmcke

This subject analyses the effectiveness of law in regulating new medical developments. The subject examines the impact that emerging biomedical technologies have on society and explores legal solutions that deal with the challenges presented by such technologies. A diverse and wide range of biomedical issues are considered, such as: genes, cloning, euthanasia, medical experimentation and research, reproductive technology and surrogacy.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,062.38
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: $2,544.00

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

Access conditions

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