76088 Discrimination and the Law
6cpRequisite(s): 70616 Australian Constitutional Law
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Description
This subject offers students a comprehensive practical and theoretical overview of Australian discrimination law. It examines federal and state anti-discrimination laws with a focus on sex, race and disability, as well as relevant international treaties. Students analyse legislation and key cases in each of these areas, developing crucial legal skills such as statutory interpretation and legal problem-solving, equipping them for professional practice. Students also learn about key procedures of discrimination law in practice, including complaints processes, conciliation and state tribunals.
Along with a solid grounding in discrimination law practice, students are required to consider anti-discrimination laws in their vibrant and constantly changing political and social contexts. Students think critically about the best ways to overcome social inequality and guarantee certain human rights protections through law and policy reform. They trace the emergence and reform over time of anti-discrimination laws, and consider ways in which social and public institutions, such as statutory authorities, non-government organisations and activism, might shape future reforms. In addition, students are encouraged to examine current and emerging discrimination issues as they arise in the courts and media.
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Fee information
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- Commonwealth-supported students: view subject fees at Fees Search: Commonwealth-supported
- Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students: fees are charged according to the course enrolled in; refer to Domestic Fees Search: Postgraduate and Research
- International students: fees are charged according to the course enrolled in; refer to International Fees Search
- Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Access conditions
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