70120 Legal Method and Research
6cpUndergraduate and Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: T Booth
This subject aims to introduce and develop legal method skills of case analysis, statutory interpretation and legal research. These skills are fundamental to both the study and practice of law. Students are able to practice these skills in a range of contexts. They are also given the opportunity to explore theoretical approaches and challenges to legal reasoning as well as the various dimensions of the issue of judicial law-making. Students are also introduced to a range of legal assessment skills relevant to their studies in law. Students also learn how to find primary and secondary legal materials using a number of resources. They also learn to develop research strategies and apply effective methodologies that suit the circumstances of their research tasks.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,084.62
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.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00
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: 0.125Access conditions
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