78136 Dispute Resolution

This subject is an introduction to the philosophy, theory and practice of dispute resolution, an area of increasing importance in all professions, business, and government. The new legal advocacy is based on the principles and processes studied in this subject.

The subject content reflects the changes in the many State and Federal jurisdictions necessary to integrate a range of voluntary and compulsory dispute resolution processes with adversarial proceedings. The subject also covers the development and application of an ever-widening range of private and public situations dispute resolution processes required under legislation or government and professional requirements.

This emerging practice of professional dispute resolution is examined both within and outside the legal profession. Overall, the subject encourages students to think critically and reflexively about this emerging area of practice, the legal, professional and policy issues, and to learn the core practical skills.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus