2009 Course Handbook
LAW411: Discrimination and the Law
This unit focuses on the role of law in discrimination, not only in Australia but internationally. We also consider law as a cause of, as well as a solution to discrimination. But we also look beyond the law, at the root causes of prejudice in society. Among the questions we ask is the meaning of discrimination, as well as that of equality. Why is it acceptable to discriminate on some grounds and not on others? For instance, why is discrimination in favour of clever people or against smokers acceptable, whereas discrimination on grounds of race or sex is not?
ONLINE STUDY: This unit offers a unique opportunity to study law online. Distance education students can elect to take part in weekly discussions through email and listserve and the consequent assessment scheme in lieu of the on-campus session. Anyone with a computer and an internet connection can elect to participate in this scheme. The online option is designed to generate an ongoing discussion with members of the group. Those who take the online option may choose to attend the on-campus/residential session as well. Details of the online option will be included in the posted unit instructions.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | 4 |
| When Offered: | 2010 - offered in 2010 |
| Staff Contact: | Mr Roy Baker |
| Prerequisites: | 6cp in 300-level LAW(P) or for non-LLB students 40cp including 6cp in WST units |
| Corequisites: | |
| NCCWs: | LAW306 |
| Unit Designations: | Social Science |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Macquarie Law School |