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2009 Course Handbook

LAW104: Law, Lawyers and Society

This unit consolidates the introduction to legal theory and fundamental legal concepts in LAW114 Jurisprudence. The unit provides a general introduction to the Macquarie law degree, the Australian legal system, and the core legal scholarship skills of research, essay writing and statutory interpretation. The unit also introduces students to the role of lawyers and the legal profession within society through an analysis of the rules of legal practice, and a broader consideration of personal and professional ethics.

Credit Points:3
Contact Hours:4
When Offered: TBD - To be determined
Staff Contact: Associate Professor Andrew Buck
Prerequisites:

LAW114(P) or LAW113(P)

Corequisites:

NCCWs:

Unit Designations: --
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Macquarie Law School

Recent Updates

17 Oct 2008 - EDUC80P

Program title amended