70120 Legal Method and Research
6cpAntirequisite(s): 70105 Legal Research AND 70113 Legal Process and History
Undergraduate and Postgraduate
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
2010 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1107
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.
2010 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2769
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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