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Contemporary Issues in Law II

Southern Cross University
Gold Coast , Australia
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Business Law | Commercial Law | Criminal Justice Studies
Area of study
Law
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Unit of Study LAWS2077 - Contemporary Issues in Law II (2026)

Unit Snapshot

  • Unit type: UG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points: 12
  • Faculty/College: Faculty of Business, Law and Arts
  • Placement: No
  • Enrolment information: N/A

Unit Description

Provides students with an opportunity to examine, in depth, a contemporary issue in law. Students will engage with a topical legal subject, exploring areas such as legal rights, social justice, and regulatory changes. Through case studies, discussions, and legal analysis, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of how these legal issues affect individuals, communities, and institutions. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and practical application of legal principles in real-world contexts.


Unit Content

  • Module 1: Introduction to a contemporary legal issue: context and relevance
  • Module 2: The legal framework and challenges
  • Module 3: Case studies in legal practice
  • Module 4: Analysing Impacts on Individuals and Communities

Availabilities

  • Location | Domestic | International
    • Gold Coast | Term 5 | Term 5
    • Online | Term 5 | Term 5

Learning Outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.


  • On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
    • develop a comprehensive understanding of a contemporary issue in law
    • utilise research skills to synthesise information across a contemporary issue in law
    • conduct practical research into a contemporary issue in law
    • demonstrate insight into the jurisdiction and functioning of the court, and the role of legal representation, as they apply to a contemporary issue in law.

Prescribed Learning Resources

Term 5

  • Prescribed Texts: Prescribed text information is not currently available.
  • Prescribed Resources/Equipment: Prescribed resources/equipment information is not currently available.
  • Prescribed Learning Resources may change in future Teaching Periods.
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