78196 Insurance Law
8cpRequisite(s): ( 78100c Postgraduate Legal Research OR ((102 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C04236 Juris Doctor OR 102 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C04250 Juris Doctor Master of Business Administration)))
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Anti-requisite(s): 76022 Insurance Law AND 77930 Insurance Law
Description
Insurance is a vital part of a well-functioning economy, by enabling businesses and individuals to have protection against a range of risks. Insurance is a significant practice area for many law firms, and the insurance industry offers many interesting career paths for law graduates, including underwriting, claims management and insurance broking.
In this advanced subject, students develop an in-depth knowledge of the law and regulation of all facets of insurance in Australia – including property, liability, marine, motor vehicle, superannuation, life and income protection, workers compensation and reinsurance. The classes are interactive and include guest presentations by legal and insurance industry practitioners.
Through in-class activities, case analysis notes, legal advices and research essays, students develop practical skills in researching and applying the relevant rules of insurance law to advise hypothetical clients of their rights and options. By formulating their own research essays on a topical insurance law issue, students critically evaluate the effectiveness of Australia's current insurance laws and critique workable options for law and policy reform.
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Fee information
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- Subject EFTSL: 0.167
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