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Independent Research Project in Law, Governance and Policy - LAWS896
This unit introduces students to core concepts and principles of modern theories of legal governance. They will critique and contrast a variety of legal research methodologies and develop practical skills in undertaking such research, including: techniques in researching primary and secondary sources of law; elements of good legal writing; and literature review. Students will combine their skills and apply the lens of governance theory to formulate and execute an independent research project (10,000 words) on a topic of the student's choice.
| Credit Points: | 8 |
| When Offered: | FY1 Day - Sessions 1 and 2, February to November, North Ryde, Day FY1 External - Sessions 1 and 2, February to November, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) FY2 Day - Sessions 2 and 1, August to June, North Ryde, Day FY2 External - Sessions 2 and 1, August to June, North Ryde, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Mr George Tomossy |
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| NCCW(s): | LAWS818 |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Macquarie Law School Faculty of Arts |
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