LS011A - Legal Studies 1

    Unit code: LS011A | Study level: TAFE
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    Footscray Nicholson
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    Overview

    Students examine the need for laws in society. They investigate the key features of criminal law, how it is enforced and adjudicated and possible outcomes and impacts of crime.
    Through a consideration of contemporary cases and issues, students learn about different types of crimes and explore rights and responsibilities under criminal law. Students also
    consider the role of parliament and subordinate authorities in law-making, as well as the impact of the Victorian Charter of Rights and Responsibilities on law enforcement and
    adjudication in Victoria.

    This unit is studied in Year 11.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Demonstration of 'Satisfactory completion' by a selection of Assessment tasks and Level of Performance by SAC (Tests) and Exams .

    Required reading

    Lecturer will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of VU produced workbooks.

    As part of a course

    This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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