Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis The objective of this subject is to familiarise students with the structures and purposes of the Australian legal system - particularly in relation to the policing process. The subject will analyse the development and organisation of the law and legal systems including review of the legal profession, courts and tribunals; legal and social systems and law enforcement agencies; common law and statute law. analysis will also be made of prevailiing legal themes in terms of current social policies and issues.
Assessment Essay (2000 words): 40% + Examination (2 hours): 40% + Tutorial presentation: 20%