Stage 2 Legal Studies

SACE CREDITS: 20 credits

KEY CONTACT: Amanda Chandler

RECOMMENDED BACKGROUND:
Stage 1 Legal Studies, Stage 1 Modern History or Stage 1 Ancient Studies

COURSE CONTENT:

Legal Studies explores Australia’s legal heritage and the dynamic nature of the Australian legal system within a global context. Students are provided with an understanding of the structures of the Australian legal system and how that system responds and contributes to social change while acknowledging tradition.

The study of Legal Studies provides insight into law-making and the processes of dispute resolution and the administration of justice. Students investigate legal perspectives on contemporary issues in society. They reflect on, and make informed judgments about, strengths and weaknesses of the Australian legal system. Students consider how, and to what degree, these weaknesses may be remedied.

Excursion: A visit to the Law Courts will enable students to learn how the legal system works and how everyone is treated equally under the law.

ASSESSMENT:
Assessment types
1. Folio
2. Inquiry
3. External: e-exam

SUBJECT COSTS: Nil