Teenagers & the Law

Humanities

Year 9

Understand the rules and your rights

What is the law? Why do we have to live according to someone else’s rules? Laws are a fact of life. They govern our behaviour and regardless of what we think of them, we are bound to follow them. But if you want to know your rights according to the law, if you want to know how you can change a law, then this is the elective for you.

Content/skills
This subject is designed to introduce students to the law. It looks at the origins, purpose and need for the law, as well as aspects of the law which directly affect the teenager.

Selection advice

This elective is available to all students. Research is a key element of this elective.

Links to further pathways

This elective of Teenagers & the Law allows students to confidently enter both the Year 10 and VCE Legal Studies courses. It would also suit students who are interested in finding out more about the way society works.