law2ind indigenous aust
INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS AND THE LAW
LAW2IND
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students in this subject examine the various ways in which the law has an impact upon Indigenous Australians. Commencing with an analysis of the nature of sovereignty and the implications of the Mabo judgement, students examine a number of different topics where the law has had (or continues to have) an impact upon the lives of Indigenous Australians, either in an oppressive or beneficial manner. Specifically, the over-representation of Indigenous Australians at every level of the criminal justice system will be addressed. Students will also consider the operation of specific protective legislation, such as the various cultural heritage provisions, and the adequacy of protection afforded for Aboriginal art in intellectual property law.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorFrancine Rochford
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW1LIM and LAW1DR
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LST2/3ALA, LAW1IAL
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Current enrolment in Bachelor of Laws, or if undertaking a LST major in another degree
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Indigenous Legal Issues | Recommended | McRae, Nettheim, Beacroft, McNamara | THOMSON 4TH EDN |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse and critique materials relating to areas of the the law that impact upon Indigenous Australians.
- Activities:
- Legal advice (2000 words) and Written assignment (2500 words
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Develop and practice collaborative research Team work and advocacy
- Activities:
- Presentation of argument relating to legal advice.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
03. Discuss, in an informed manner relying on arguments drawn from researched materials, contemporary legal issues relating to Indigenous Australians.
- Activities:
- Legal advice (2000 words) and Written assignment (2500 words)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
04. Locate, by means of legal research, materials discussing legal issues in relation to Indigenous Australians
- Activities:
- Legal advice (2000 words) and Written assignment (2500 words)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
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