Making & Breaking the Law

Humanities

Year 10

Open elective

Open Elective – 1 Semester
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This subject is an introduction to all areas of the law and law making within Victoria and Australia.

Content/Skills
Students will develop a general knowledge of legal systems, recent and past criminal and civil cases, and an understanding of how the court system operates within Victoria. The subject provides the opportunity for discussion on many topical legal issues and encourages students to become interested in current legal cases within Victoria and Australia.

 

Selection advice

This subject is relevant to all students as it covers many of the criminal and civil areas of law that govern our society. Students are expected to read and discuss relevant legal cases both recent and historical.

Links to further pathways

This subject is an excellent introduction into Year 11 and 12 Legal Studies and allows students to develop an understanding of legal concepts that are developed further in Units 1-4.