70102 Foundations of Law

8cp
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Description

This subject aims to engage students with the concepts of law and legal systems, the Australian legal framework, and legal method and research in a legal context. Students are introduced to the Australian legal system – its origins, institutions, culture and theoretical foundations – and legal method and research. Students begin to develop skills in: case analysis, statutory interpretation, critical analysis and evaluation, legal reasoning, legal discourse and legal problem solving. Students are also introduced to a range of research skills necessary to locate and evaluate resources and develop an effective research strategy.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus

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Fee information

2015 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1711 (Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the Fees Calculator by Subject for relevant student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students. Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.)
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 Domestic Fees Search: Postgraduate and Research or International Fees Search.
Subject EFTSL: 0.167

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