Legal Studies

Learning Concepts

Australian Constitution 

• Origins, principles and key features 
• Strengths and weaknesses 
• International relations 

Sources of Law 

• Rule of law and Separation of Powers 
• Responsible and representative Government 
• Judicial Independence. 

Dispute Resolution 

• Burden and Standard of Proof 
• Role of Key people within the Legal System 
• Adversarial vs inquisitorial systems 
• Protection of the rights of individuals and groups

Assessment Types

Assessment Type 1: Folio (40%) 

• Sources Analysis 
• Civil and Criminal Case Test 
• Extended Evaluative Response 
• Essay 

Assessment Type 2: Inquiry (30%)

• Individual Inquiry

Assessment Type 3: Externally assessed (30%)

• Examination