Legal Studies | Year 12 |
|---|---|
| Length | Full Year (20 SACE Credits) |
| Pre-requisites | B or higher in Stage 1 General or Pre-Lit English |
| Additional Costs | NIL |
Specific Topics that will be Covered
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%)
- Exam
Top 3 Learner Behaviours
- Curious
- Driven
- Disciplined
