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Monash University Handbook 2011Postgraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of LawFaculty of Law courses collation-pg-byfaculty-law 3378 - Graduate Certificate in Forensic Studies (Accounting)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
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DescriptionThis postgraduate course has been developed for accountants by Monash Law faculty's International Institute of Forensic Studies in conjunction with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA), the Australian Advocacy Institute (AAI), and the forensic accounting community. It has both a conceptual and practical emphasis, particularly relevant to the interaction between the accounting and legal professions and the court process. The course is aimed specifically at professionals, and has been developed for accounting practitioners who may be involved in litigation. It will be especially beneficial for those who are called upon to give expert evidence in the courts, and it is designed to provide minimal disruption to professional practice and to encourage attendance by practitioners from all states. ObjectivesOn completion of the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Studies (Accounting), students should be able to:
Professional recognitionThis course is recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia as a suitable program of study to count towards membership Training and Development qualifying hours. StructureThe course comprises four compulsory 6-point units. RequirementsStudents complete: Award(s)Graduate Certificate in Forensic Studies (Accounting) 2103 - Graduate Diploma in LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Graduate Diploma in Law has been developed to offer maximum flexibility and choice for both law and non-law graduates, with a broad range of units that enables students to individually tailor the course to suit their interests and professional needs. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law aims to provide further education in the legal profession to update skills and specialise in specific areas of the law. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents choose eight coursework units from a list of approved law units. Refer to 'Areas of Study'. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudySpecialisationsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law 2105 - Graduate Diploma in Law (Commercial Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in commerical law provides advanced offerings in this area for both law and non-law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of commercial law that includes corporate, banking and finance, and competition law, or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth. The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area. The graduate program focuses upon a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of commercial law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law (Commercial Law) aims to provide further education for both law and non-law graduates who want to learn about new and developing areas of commercial law and who want to acquire or develop an expertise in an area of commercial law. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents must complete a minimum of five coursework units from the area of commercial law. The remaining three coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to the 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of three coursework units from the area of commercial law. The remaining coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law (Commercial Law) 3397 - Graduate Diploma in Law (Human Rights)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in human rights provides advanced offerings in this area for both law and non-law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge accross the breadth of human rights law. Such knowledge is becoming increasingly important for those with careers in law, government or industry. The program is also attractive for those who seek employment by human rights related organisations such as intergovernmental organisations, non-government organisations (NGO's) and development agencies. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of human rights law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law (Human Rights) aims to provide further education for both law and non-law graduates who want to upgrade their knowledge and keep abreast of local and international developments in human rights law. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents must complete a minimum of five coursework units from the area of human rights. The remaining three coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to the 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of three coursework units from the area of human rights. The remaining coursework unit may be taken from the approved list of law units. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law (Human Rights) 2299 - Graduate Diploma in Law (Intellectual Property)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in intellectual property law provides advanced offerings in this area for both law and non-law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of intellectual property subject matter that includes copyright, trade marks, patents for inventions and designs or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth. A number of units have accreditation from the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys, which makes the program attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area. The graduate program focuses upon a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of intellectual property law and their practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law (Intellectual Property) aims to provide further education for both law and non-law graduates who want to upgrade their knowledge and keep abreast of local and international developments of laws relating to the protection of intellectual property rights. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development and is for students who wish to gain accreditation as a trade marks attorney and credit for units recognised by the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points Professional recognitionThe knowledge requirements for registration as a Patent Attorney or a Trade Marks Attorney in Australia with the Australian Government's Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trades Mark Attorneys can be fulfilled by units available within the intellectual property specialisation. Further information on registration is available at http://www.psb.gov.au. StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents must complete a minimum of five coursework units from the area of intellectual property. The remaining three coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to the 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of three coursework units from the area of intellectual property. The remaining coursework unit may be taken from the approved list of law units. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law (Intellectual Property) 2790 - Graduate Diploma in Law (International and Comparative Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in international and comparative law provides advanced offerings in this area for both law and non-law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of international and comparative law. This course caters for the needs of graduates who want to pursue an international career in law and law-related work. It is especially suited to lawyers whose practice exposes them to commercial law, human rights and international law; and non-lawyers working in non-government organisations (NGO's), government and industry, who are interested in how international legal framework impacts upon their work. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of international and comparative law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law (International and Comparative Law) aims to provide further education for both law and non-law graduates who want to upgrade their knowledge of international and comparative law. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents must complete a minimum of five coursework units from the area of international and comparative law. The remaining three coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of three coursework units from the area of international and comparative law. The remaining coursework unit may be taken from the approved list of law units. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law (International and Comparative Law) 3384 - Graduate Diploma in Law (Workplace and Employment Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in workplace and employment law provides advanced offerings in this area for both law and non-law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of workplace and employment law. The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area. The graduate program focuses upon a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of workplace and employment law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Law (Workplace and Employment Law) aims to provide further education for both law and non-law graduates who want to upgrade their knowledge and keep abreast of local and international developments in workplace and employment law. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents must complete a minimum of five coursework units from the area of workplace and employment law. The remaining three coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of three coursework units from the area of workplace and employment law. The remaining coursework unit may be taken from the approved list of law units. Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Law (Workplace and Employment Law) 3399 - Graduate Diploma in Local Government LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Graduate Diploma in Local Government Law was designed in consultation with industry partners and provides a thorough grounding in this area. It focuses on current issues in local government law relevant to the needs of senior and middle managers employed by local government authorities, as well as catering to the needs of graduates without a legal background in the local government sector. This degree will enable students to acquire further legal expertise, adding value in the workplace as well as providing the opportunity to hone skills in this specialised field of law and build on existing experience. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Local Government Law explores the substantive and procedural legal frameworks that apply to the diverse matters local government managers attend to on a daily basis. The course allows participants to critically reflect on the competing policy considerations which are behind particular issues and contribute to conflict and disputation. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points Recognition of prior learningStudents holding an undergraduate degree may be given credit for up to four units for recognised work experience or prior learning. StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents are required to complete the core unit and five coursework units from the specialised units list. The remaining coursework units may be taken from the approved list of law units. Refer to the 'Areas of Study'. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete the core unit and three coursework units from the specialised units list. Core unit
Specialised units
For further information regarding elective law units visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Local Government Law 3394 - Graduate Diploma in Regulatory StudiesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThis innovative graduate diploma is offered by the Faculty of Law in conjunction with the faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The study of regulation is a relatively new discipline which both links and transcends the boundaries between the disciplines of economics, law, politics, criminology, sociology, psychology, organisational theory, public administration and health. To date, it has been at the periphery of most of these fields. This course will provide practitioners and scholars in these fields with a core set of ideas, theories and skills to apply to their activities. ObjectivesThe Graduate Diploma in Regulatory Studies provides a broad understanding of regulatory processes and techniques applicable across a range of regulated activities. It provides an understanding of law, economics and public policy for persons working in government in policy development, regulatory enforcement or the development of regulatory legislation, in private industry, law firms and in academia. The course provides current and future practitioners with the appropriate theories and skills to deal with the regulatory challenges that arise in all areas of national and international activity. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6 credit point coursework units. RequirementsStudents are required to complete three core units and the remaining five coursework units must be selected from the list of prescribed electives. Students admitted with the maximum credit (24 credit points) must complete a minimum of two core units. The remaining units must be selected from the list of prescribed electives. Core units
Additional core units for international students who do not have an Australian undergraduate law degree:
Students admitted to the course with credit must complete a minimum of two core units. Elective units
Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Minimum grade for articulationA credit average is required to articulate to a relevant masters program. Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Graduate Diploma in Regulatory Studies 3373 - Master of Commercial LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in commercial law provides advanced offerings in this area for graduates in disciplines other than law. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of commercial law that includes corporate, banking and finance, and competition law, or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth. The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of commercial law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of Commercial Law caters for the needs of graduates in disciplines other than law who have an interest in the study of commercial law at an advanced level. It provides a formal course of training for non-law graduates working in law-related fields (eg accountants, company administrators, management personnel etc), and provides opportunities for non-law graduates to obtain a specialist qualification. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Commercial Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Commercial Law 3392 - Master of Human Rights LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in human rights provides advanced offerings in this area for graduates in disciplines other than law. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of human rights law. The program is attractive for those who seek employment by human rights related organisations such as international human rights, non-government organisations (NGO's) and international development agencies.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of human rights law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThis course seeks to provide students with in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of the international human rights legal framework, the organisations that promote and protect it, and the mechanisms and processes by which it is enforced. Graduates will also develop high-level skills in interpreting and analysing primary and secondary human rights materials, including treaties, treaty body decisions, domestic jurisprudence and scholarly commentary, and will be able to present well-researched arguments in a clear, coherent and scholarly manner. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Human Rights) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Human Rights Law 3374 - Master of Intellectual Property LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in intellectual property law provides advanced offerings in this area for graduates in disciplines other than law. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of intellectual property subject matter, including copyright, trade marks, patents for inventions and designs, or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth. A number of units have accreditation from the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys, which makes the program attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of intellectual property law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe course objectives are those primarily defined by the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys. Upon successful completion of the course students will have acquired:
Maximum credit allowed12 credit points Professional recognitionThe knowledge requirements for registration as a Patent Attorney or a Trade Marks Attorney in Australia with the Australian Government's Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys can be fulfilled by units available within the intellectual property specialisation. Further information on registration is available at http://www.psb.gov.au. StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Intellectual Property) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Intellectual Property Law 3377 - Master of International and Comparative LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in international and comparative law provides advanced offerings in this area for graduates in disciplines other than law. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of international and comparative law. This course caters for the needs of graduates who want to pursue an international career in law and law-related work. It is especially suited to graduates working in non-government organisations (NGO's), government, and industry who are interested in how the international legal framework impacts upon their work. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of international and comparative law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of International and Comparative Law trains students to understand and critically analyse the legal framework pertaining to international private and/or public, including the role of conventions and international organisations in the legal regime. Students will be able to research international developments in the applicable law, including the laws of different countries, and international law and private international conventions, codes and guidelines. In addition, graduates will be able to analyse and formulate policy objectives in the area and demonstrate high level skills in legal writing and research. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirements and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (International and Comparative Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of International and Comparative Law 0068 - Master of LawsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Master of Laws program has been developed to offer maximum flexibility and choice for law graduates, with a broad range of units that enables students to individually tailor the masters degree to suit their interests and professional needs. ObjectivesThe Master of Laws aims to provide further education to lawyers to assist them to update their skills, specialise in specific areas of the law and undertake research. It may also contribute to continuing legal education and professional development. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudySpecialisationsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws 3395 - Master of Laws (Advanced Legal Practice)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
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DescriptionThe Master of Laws (Advanced Legal Practice) focuses on the practical legal skills and professional ethics that tomorrow's legal practitioners may be expected to possess and follow. The course is highly innovative in its unique combination of practical skills training with academic research and excellence. ObjectivesThe Master of Laws (Advanced Legal Practice) aims to:
Credit for prior studiesApplicants who have completed the requirements of the Monash Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Skills and Ethics (PDLP) course from July 2005* may be given credit for up to 24 credit points if the required marks in the relevant units have been achieved as follows:
Note:* Students who completed the PDLP before July 2005 should contact the Postgraduate Student and Academic Services Office for advice on credit. Maximum credit allowed24 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units, or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents who have not been granted credit must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at: http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Students who have been granted 24 points of credit have the following options:
Students who have been granted 12 points credit have the following options:
Additional course requirement and recommendation:
Advanced legal practice specialisation
Students wanting to complete units from the Master of Laws program other than those listed above will need the approval of the Associate Dean (Postgraduate Studies). For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAward(s)Master of Laws (Advanced Legal Practice) 2107 - Master of Laws (Commercial Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in commercial law provides advanced offerings in this area for law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of commercial law that includes corporate, banking and finance and competition law, or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth.The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of commercial law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of Laws (Commercial Law) aims to provide further education in the legal profession to students who want to learn about new and developing areas of commercial law and who want to acquire or develop an expertise in an area of commercial law. The course, in terms of course structure, teaching methods, class times and venues, is designed with the interests of part-time students particularly in mind. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Commercial Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws (Commercial Law) 3391 - Master of Laws (Human Rights)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in human rights provides advanced offerings in this area for law graduates.The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of human rights law. The program is attractive for those who seek employment by human rights related organisations such as international human rights non-government organisations (NGO's) and international development agencies.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of human rights law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of Laws (Human Rights) is for those who wish to develop their interest in how human rights law impacts upon their work, seek employment by human rights-related organisations such as international human rights NGOs and international development agencies, and upgrade their knowledge and keep abreast of local and international developments in human rights law. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Human Rights) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws (Human Rights) 2298 - Master of Laws (Intellectual Property)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in intellectual property law provides advanced offerings in this area for law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of intellectual property subject matter, including copyright, trade marks, patents for inventions and designs, or to pursue some selected areas in greater depth. A number of units have accreditation from the Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys, which makes the program attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of intellectual property law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe course is for students who wish to:
Maximum credit allowed12 credit points Professional recognitionThe knowledge requirements for registration as a Patent Attorney or a Trade Marks Attorney in Australia with the Australian Government's Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys can be fulfilled by units available within the intellectual property specialisation. Further information on registration is available at: http://www.psb.gov.au. StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Intellectual Property) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws (Intellectual Property) 2788 - Master of Laws (International and Comparative Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in international and comparative law provides advanced offerings in this area for law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of international and comparative law. This course caters for the needs of graduates who want to pursue an international career in law and law-related work. It is especially suited to lawyers whose practice exposes them to commercial law, human rights and international law. The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of international and comparative law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of Laws (International and Comparative Law) provides law graduates with advanced legal knowledge across a broad spectrum of global legal issues, from human rights law and international commercial law, to comparative law and international trade and financial law. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (International and Comparative Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws (International and Comparative Law) 3387 - Master of Laws (Juris Doctor)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
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DescriptionThis course is a first degree in law for graduates of disciplines other than law, or those with a law degree from a non common law jurisdiction, who wish to gain admission as a practising lawyer in Victoria. The course focuses on the knowledge, legal skills and professional ethics that may be expected of legal practitioners. The JD is not a professional doctorate and therefore graduates are not permitted to refer to themselves as 'Doctor'. The appropriate designation is eg. 'Jane Smith, LLM(Juris Doctor)'. ObjectivesGraduates of the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) will:
Credit for prior studiesApproved credit may consist of up to eight compulsory units or up to seven compulsory units and one elective unit. Credit will not be given for units completed as part of an undergraduate degree, although students may be exempted from units where appropriate. Maximum credit allowed48 credit points Admission to practice: Disciplinary reportsWarning to students of consequences of cheating or general misconductStudents should note that a domestic applicant applying for admission to practise law in Victoria is required by the Admission Rules 2008 to provide to the Board of Examiners: 1. A report from the university disclosing any disciplinary action taken against the student during the course (including any finding under the University Discipline Statute that the student has cheated in an assessment). 2. An affidavit stating that the applicant has made full written disclosure of "every matter which a reasonable applicant would consider that the Board of Examiners might regard as not being favourable to the applicant". This may include an incident of academic or general misconduct, even if it did not lead to disciplinary action. The Board of Examiners will consider these matters in assessing whether the applicant is a 'fit and proper person to be admitted to the legal profession'. Professional recognitionStudents who complete the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) must, in order to gain admission to practice as a lawyer in Victoria, complete either one year of supervised workplace training or a practical legal training course. StructureThis course comprises 90-points of core units and 54-points of elective units. RequirementsCore unitsStudents are required to complete the following core units:
Elective unitsStudents must complete the equivalent of nine 6-point elective units that may be chosen from the approved list of law units(refer to 'Areas of Study') and from the following list of units: * Required elective for students wishing to practise as a lawyer in Victoria. Skills units
Students may only complete a maximum of 18-points of the listed skills units. Areas of StudyAward(s)Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) 1651 - Master of Laws (Research)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Master of Laws (Research) program may be undertaken in any area of research offered by the Faculty of Law. The current principal research areas cover:
RequirementsStudents are required to complete a major thesis of 50,000 words which may be undertaken in any of the principal areas of research within the faculty. The thesis must embody the results of research in a field of study approved by the faculty and be carried out by the candidate under supervision. It must be the original work of the candidate, except where due reference is made in the thesis, display a thorough understanding of subject matter and contribute to knowledge and understanding within the field of study concerned. The requirements for the degree are set out in the Faculty of Law Regulations at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/calendar/facregs/regs-law02.html and the Research Graduate School Committee Regulations on Masters Degrees by Research (General) at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/calendar/facregs/regs-doct.html#Heading19. Award(s)Master of Laws (Research) 3381 - Master of Laws (Workplace and Employment Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in workplace and employment law provides advanced offerings in this area for law graduates. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of workplace and employment law. The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of workplace and employment law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe course aims to develop knowledge of workplace, employment, discrimination and human rights law. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at: http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirement and recommendation:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit: http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Workplace and Employment Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Laws (Workplace and Employment Law) 3379 - Master of PhilosophyThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Master of Philosophy program may be undertaken in any area of research offered by the Faculty of Law.The current principal research areas cover:
RequirementsStudents are required to complete a major thesis of 50,000 words which may be undertaken in any of the principal areas of research within the faculty. The thesis must embody the results of research in a field of study approved by the faculty and be carried out by the candidate under supervision. It must be the original work of the candidate, except where due reference is made in the thesis, display a thorough understanding of subject matter and contribute to knowledge and understanding within the field of study concerned. The requirements for the degree are set out in the Doctoral and MPhil Information Handbook, available from the Monash Research Graduate School website at http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/research/doctoral/index.html. Award(s)Master of Philosophy 3393 - Master of Regulatory StudiesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThis innovative masters degree is being offered by the Faculty of Law in conjunction with the faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The study of regulation is a relatively new discipline which both links and transcends the boundaries between the disciplines of economics, law, politics, criminology, sociology, psychology, organisational theory, public administration and health. To date, it has been at the periphery of most of these fields. This course will provide practitioners and scholars in these fields with a core set of ideas, theories and skills to apply to their activities. ObjectivesThe Master of Regulatory Studies provides a broad understanding of regulatory processes and techniques applicable across a range of regulated activities. It provides an understanding of law, economics and public policy for persons working in government in policy development, regulatory enforcement or the development of regulatory legislation, in private industry, law firms and in academia. The course provides current and future practitioners with the appropriate theories and skills to deal with the regulatory challenges that arise in all areas of national and international activity. Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThis course comprises eight 6-point coursework units. RequirementsStudents are required to complete three core units and the remaining five coursework units must be selected from the list of prescribed electives. Core units
Additional core units for international students who do not have an Australian undergraduate law degree:
Students admitted to the course with credit must complete a minimum of two core units. Elective units
Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Regulatory Studies providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Regulatory Studies 3382 - Master of Workplace and Employment LawThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe graduate program in workplace and employment law provides advanced offerings in this area for graduates in disciplines other than law. The extensive range of units enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge across the breadth of workplace and employment law. The program is attractive for those who seek to develop or expand a career in this area.The graduate program focuses upon both a thorough grounding in the fundamental principles of workplace and employment law and its practical application as well as addressing advanced and current issues from both a local and international perspective. ObjectivesThe Master of Workplace and Employment Law caters for the needs of graduates in disciplines other than law who have an interest in the study of workplace, employment and labour law at an advanced level. It provides a formal course of training for non-law graduates working in law-related fields (eg industrial relations practitioners, human resource practitioners, industrial officers, management personnel etc). Maximum credit allowed12 credit points StructureThe course comprises eight 6-point coursework units or coursework units and a minor thesis. RequirementsStudents must complete one of the following options:
In order to qualify to undertake one of the minor thesis options, a student must have achieved a minimum of 70 per cent in each of the coursework units undertaken. Information on the minor thesis option is available at http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/enrol/re-enrol.html Additional course requirements and recommendations:
For further information regarding law units and specialisations visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/postgraduate/units-overview.html Students are advised that not all units may be available in every year. For information on the current postgraduate law timetable visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au/current-students/t-tables/index.html Areas of StudyLaw postgraduate elective unitsAlternative exit(s)Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma in Law (Workplace and Employment Law) providing all requirements for that award have been met. Award(s)Master of Workplace and Employment Law 3380 - Doctor of Juridical ScienceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
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DescriptionThe Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) is a professional doctorate program that enables students to complete a research thesis together with a selection of coursework units in a specific area of interest. The program is suited to legal professionals seeking to enhance their expertise through advanced coursework and research. The coursework units allow students to develp some expertise in the area in which they intend to pursue their research before commencing work on their thesis. Credit for prior studiesIn some cases credit might be given for Master of Laws units completed at another Australian Law School provided that they are not counted towards a completed masters degree and approval is granted by the Faculty Research Committee and the Research Graduate School Committee. RequirementsStudents are required to complete:
The full requirements for the degree are set out in the Doctoral and MPhil Information Handbook, available from the Monash Research Graduate School website at http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/research/doctoral/index.html. Award(s)Doctor of Juridical Science 0069 - Doctor of PhilosophyThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Law
DescriptionThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program may be undertaken in any area of research offered by the Faculty of Law. The current principal research areas cover:
RequirementsStudents are required to complete a major thesis of 50,000 words which may be undertaken in any of the principal areas of research within the faculty. The thesis must embody the results of research in a field of study approved by the faculty and be carried out by the candidate under supervision. It must be the original work of the candidate, except where due reference is made in the thesis, display a thorough understanding of subject matter and contribute to knowledge and understanding within the field of study concerned. The full requirements for the degree are set out in the Doctoral and MPhil Information Handbook, available from the Monash Research Graduate School's website at http://www.mrgs.monash.edu.au/research/doctoral/index.html. Award(s)Doctor of Philosophy |
