In order to graduate you must:

• Successfully complete 480 units as outlined in the Program Structure
• Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
• It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
• Law courses within the extended minor are subject to change and are dependent on student demand and staff capacity. For more information on availability, please contact your Program Coordinator
• LAW400 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution and LAW423 Community Legal Practice should be undertaken at UniSC

Program notes

• The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
• Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
• As part of your UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
• Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

Online with Mandatory Onsite Requirements

This degree has Mandatory Contact Points (‘MCP’) which requires in-person attendance for all students (including online cohorts) throughout the degree. These Mandatory Contact Points ensure that online students will develop the interpersonal, oral, collaboration, and critical legal skills required of them as accredited legal practitioners.

The Mandatory Contact Points are:

LAW100 Introduction to Law: 1 Day of Orientation Week in first semester of study

LAW105 Legal Interpretation and Persuasion: 1 Day of Orientation Week in first semester of study

• The MCPs in Orientation Week are designed to introduce students to UniSC and the law faculty, foster effective study techniques, facilitate interactions with fellow cohort members, and offer a comprehensive preview of their upcoming journey in the Law Program. Both LAW100 and LAW105 have 3-hour attendance requirements and will be recommended to be scheduled on the same day to reduce the disruption to students.

LAW108 Law and Society: Student-nominated week throughout the LAW108 teaching period

• As part of the assessment, students will be required to physically attend class to orally present their ideas on the relevant tutorial material and engage in discussion with other students about those ideas. This MCP builds confidence in oral presentation skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills revolving around the respectful and critical dialogue of ideas.

LAW208 Contracts: Exam Period

• As part of the assessment, students will be required to physically attend class to orally present submissions to a simulated court room. This MCP develops student familiarity with the etiquette and formalities of the court, develops oral presentation skills and the ability to respond to questions posed from the bench.

LAW400 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution: Weeks 1 and 2

• Students must physically attend classes for Weeks 1 and 2 of LAW400 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution. This course is a collaborative law firm simulation that requires extensive group work and coordination. Physical attendance is required for the first few weeks while the groups get acquainted, set goals, and delegate tasks. Following this time, attendance is required as mandated by the mutual agreement negotiated collectively by the group.

LAW423 Community Legal Practice: Entire Course

• LAW423 Community Legal Practice involves a mandatory work-integrated-learning (WIL) element which requires students to shadow legal practitioners and assist them with their work as they deal with real clients. There is no online option for this course.

WIL notes

LAW423 Community Legal Practice involves a mandatory work-integrated-learning (WIL) element which requires students to shadow legal practitioners and assist them with their work as they deal with real clients from the local Community Legal Centres. Throughout this course, students will not only learn practical skills required within a real workplace but also face first-hand some of the challenges of legal ethics and legal professional confidentiality. This is a required course and has mandatory attendance points for all cohorts.

In addition, LAW400 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution is a simulated clinic course which requires students to collaborate in fictional firms to solve the legal issues of hypothetical clients, including communicating on behalf of their clients to the opposing side, engaging in disclosure requirements, and maintaining sufficient professionalism in their communications throughout. This is a required course and has mandatory attendance points for all cohorts.

LAW414 Legal Internship allows for students to complete an unpaid internship at a legal firm or legal workplace of interest, such as the Department of Public Prosecutions. This course requires course coordinator approval and sufficient performance in the other WIL courses.

Refer to Law - Law Professional Practice and Legal Internship or School of Business and Creative Industries Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Program 

Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program.

Refer to Law degrees - Inherent Academic Requirements

UniSC strongly supports the rights of all people to pursue studies. The University embraces diversity and endeavours to accommodate all students.

What are Inherent Academic Requirements (IARs)?

The IARs of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program, while maintaining the academic integrity of that program.

Students with a disability or chronic health condition may be able to have reasonable adjustments made to enable them to meet these requirements.

UniSC is committed to making reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, placement and other activities to enable students to participate in their program.

Reasonable adjustments must not fundamentally change the nature of the IAR.

Consideration is given to a student's cultural and religious background/beliefs, which may impact on participation in their program or course. For further information contact Student Support.

Why are Inherent Academic Requirements (IARs) important?

IARs ensure the academic integrity of a program is maintained and preserves the University's learning, assessment and accreditation processes. They must be met by all students.

How does this affect you?

To successfully complete a program at UniSC, you need to be able to meet all the Inherent Academic Requirements.

If you are applying for a program, you should read the IAR statement carefully to ensure you are able to meet them.

If you have a disability or chronic health condition, contact a UniSC Disability Advisor to talk about the adjustments that may be put in place so you can meet the requirements.