70102 Foundations of Law
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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.
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Fee information
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- Subject EFTSL: 0.167
Access conditions
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