Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
Students are trained in, and undertake, oral advocacy, moot practice, teamwork and the preparation of written memoranda.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 2 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) develop the ability to exercise professional judgement by developing appropriate written and oral arguments based on the facts to a hypothetical problem and analyse legal arguments submitted by others; (2) demonstrate the ability to (a) examine and critically analyse traditional and emerging areas of law; and (b) understand and apply core principles of law to a complex hypothetical problem; (3) build upon existing research and legal writing skills by undertaking high level self-directed legal research; and locate, synthesise and analyse relevant material from primary and secondary sources to demonstrate a critical understanding of the principles of law; (4) develop an advanced and integrated understanding of selected topics in the area of law relevant to the respective moots and acquire an understanding of the practice and procedures of the relevant dispute resolution mechanism; and (5) collaborate effectively with moot team members to (a) undertake research and prepare submissions; (b) undertake research and preparation of written submissions with a high level of autonomy; and (c) reflect on and assess individual and team performance in relation to oral and written submissions.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) student participation; (2) moot (a combination of final practice moot and shared memorandum mark, as appropriate for each individual competition); (3) reflective journal (post-competition); and (4) mental health training. Further information is available in the unit outline.
To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the mental health training component.
Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Renae Barker
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- Successful completion of LAWS4101 Foundations of Law and Lawyering
and 30 points - Advisable prior study
- as appropriate for selection on to the mooting team for the specific moot
Approved quota: depends on number of moots—a selection committee will interview applicants. The criteria for selection will include:
• an interest in, experience with and aptitude for mooting and/or public speaking
• a strong record of academic achievement
• a history of successfully working in teams and a willingness to commit to the moot team
• a demonstrated ability to set and complete medium and long term goals
• a strong work ethic and willingness to commit the time and effort necessary for the moot
• an ability to be resilient under pressure
• a commitment to mental health training- Contact hours
- 2–4 hours per week as needed until completion of individual moots
- Note
- This unit is only open to students who have qualified for selection onto a UWA Mooting team. Students will be afforded the opportunity to gain academic credit for their hard work in representing UWA Law, and will receive formalised training in advocacy and preparing written memoranda.
Selection Criteria For Special Unit: Mooting
A selection committee (comprised of the Unit coordinator, the coach of the relevant moot team and other relevant members of academic staff as appropriate) will interview applicants to select the teams for external moot competitions. Students selected for the teams will then be invited to enrol in the unit.
The criteria for selection include:
• an interest in, experience with and aptitude for mooting and/or public speaking
• a strong record of academic achievement
• a history of successfully working in teams and a willingness to commit to the moot team
• a demonstrated ability to set and complete medium and long term goals
• a strong work ethic and willingness to commit the time and effort necessary for the moot
• an ability to be resilient under pressure
• a commitment to mental health training
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.