University of Technology SydneyHandbook 2008

77746 Advanced Mediation

6cp
Requisite(s): 60 credit points of completed study in C04148 Master of Law and Legal Practice AND 79771 Dispute Resolution (PG) AND 78029 Mediation Practice
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: M Scott

This subject builds on the introductory theory and practice presented in the subjects Dispute Resolution (79771) and Mediation Practice (78029) and draws on the expertise of experienced mediators. It concentrates on the micro-skills of mediation at an advanced level. And is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of skills, strategies and techniques used by experienced mediators and to explore a range of major mediation models.

Topics included for study are:

  • micro-skills of mediation at an advanced level
  • the skills and techniques used by experienced mediators
  • a range of mediation models including co-mediation and the 'Understanding' model developed by Harvard Law School and the New York Centre for Mediation in Law
  • the practice of narrative mediation and the concepts of externalising, deconstructing and careful listening
  • the practice of forgiveness as a strategy in a mediation context.

The subject is taught in a three-day intensive mode with opportunities in selected exercises to develop reflective practice and understand the application of theory to mediation practice. Assessment includes a paper based on critiquing the theories and concepts explored in the course, a case study and a reflective journal.

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

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.