LAW10021 · Swinburne University of Technology
Introduction to Law
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
What it covers
This unit introduces students to the study of law. It examines the Australian legal system, the doctrine of precedent, the interpretation of legislation, legal research methods and writing skills. Students completing this unit will also gain an understanding of the social and political structures through which the law is made and the institutions which apply and enforce the law.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment | Individual | 50% |
| Portfolio | Individual | 60% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Hawthorn | On campus |
| Semester 1 | Hawthorn | On campus |