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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is a prerequisite for SJD candidates before they commence their thesis. This unit adopts a flexible approach in relation to the format of the workshops/seminars. Specialists are invited to lead discussion on various topics.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Non-standard teaching periodOnlineOnline timetabled
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) think about contemporary legal issues; and advanced concepts in legal theory and research methodology and (2) develop knowledge and application of new technology in legal research; critical analytical skills; and broader research writing and communication skills.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: research assessment. Further information is available in the unit outline.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Director of Higher Degrees (Research)
Contact hours
This unit will be available fully online intensive on 8 May 2023. The session on 22 May will be offered online however those who wish to will be able to attend the session on campus. Attendance is compulsory.
Texts

Brian H Bix, Jurisprudence: Theory and Context, Sweet & Maxwell, 8th edition, 2019.  Available in the Beasley Law Library and for purchase from Thomson Reuters:

https://legal.thomsonreuters.com.au/bix-jurisprudence-theory-and-context-8e/productdetail/127381 .

Geoffrey Samuel, Dawn Watkins and Mandy Burton (eds), Research Methods in Law (Routledge, 2018, 2nd ed) available on-line through UWA Library Catalogue.

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