Studying online

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Unit Overview

Description

Students research a law-related topic, chosen by them and approved by the Doctor of Juridical Science Governing Board. The Doctor of Juridical Science (20810) is a professional doctorate designed for research-oriented individuals working in the legal profession. Practitioners most likely to benefit from this unit include leaders and aspiring leaders from diverse fields in the legal profession. Students are encouraged to take up research questions germane to their career interests.

Credit
96 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to develop enhanced research skills and independent critical thinking in order to contribute significantly to professional knowledge and practice of the law.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: satisfactory completion of a thesis examined and passed by three external examiners.. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Director of Postgraduate Studies
Unit rules
Prerequisites
successful completion of
Doctor of Juridical Science (20810) coursework units to a value of 48 points with a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent
  • 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.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • 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.