Migration Review Mechanisms

Unit code:LML6006Study level:Postgraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

City Campus
Online Real Time
Other

Prerequisites

LML6001 - Practitioner Legal Skills for Australian Migration Law; and
LML6002 - Australian Migration Law; and
LML6003 - Australia's Visa System 1; and
LML6004 - Australia’s Visa System 2
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

This unit examines the regulatory framework that ensures compliance with Migration Law in Australia. This unit covers grounds for refusal or cancellation of visas; merits and judicial review of decisions and ministerial discretion. Students will learn to appraise pathways and options open to clients, determine strategies and formulate submissions.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Critically analyse and interpret requirements and procedures relating to appeals and reviews.
Conduct systematic research and apply critical judgment to prepare submissions, and effectively advocate for clients.
Determine, formulate, and implement advanced advocacy strategies in negotiation with key stakeholders.
Plan, design, and produce communication strategies with key stakeholders including clients and government.
Demonstrate and apply advanced understanding of ethical and professional standards, including duty of care, informed consent and the nature of independent advice.

Study as a single unit

This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Assignment | Grade: 20%

Online quiz (10 points) and short answer question (10 points)

Assessment type: Assignment | Grade: 30%

A written submission to government or client addressing review process and criteria.

Assessment type: Examination | Grade: 50%

Final Examination. Secured through invigilation (ZOOM or proctoring), eduroam browser, and Respondus LockDown Browser. Webcam monitoring and ID checks confirm identity.