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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit is designed to equip students with a practical understanding of the Criminal Law of Western Australia. Students will study various pieces of State legislation including the Criminal Code and case law relating to that legislation.
Unit was previously coded JUS2204
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students are required to attend a three-hour seminar each week. The seminars are designed to introduce students to the criminal law and relevant legislation such as the WA Criminal Code. Seminar activities are used apply aspects of criminal law to problem-based scenarios. These activities encourage students to improve their communication skills, critical thinking skills and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic recorded seminar each week. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. The seminars are designed to introduce students to the criminal law and relevant legislation such as the WA Criminal Code. Online activities are used apply aspects of criminal law to problem-based scenarios. These activities encourage students to improve their communication skills, critical thinking skills and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Regular online access is essential.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment ^ | Research Essay | 40% |
| Presentation ^ | Individual presentations | 10% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment ^ | Research Essay | 40% |
| Presentation ^ | Individual presentation or contribution (participation) to be decided | 10% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit is designed to equip students with a practical understanding of the Criminal Law of Western Australia. Students will study various pieces of State legislation including the Criminal Code and case law relating to that legislation.
Unit was previously coded JUS2204
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students are required to attend a three-hour seminar each week. The seminars are designed to introduce students to the criminal law and relevant legislation such as the WA Criminal Code. Seminar activities are used apply aspects of criminal law to problem-based scenarios. These activities encourage students to improve their communication skills, critical thinking skills and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic recorded seminar each week. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. The seminars are designed to introduce students to the criminal law and relevant legislation such as the WA Criminal Code. Online activities are used apply aspects of criminal law to problem-based scenarios. These activities encourage students to improve their communication skills, critical thinking skills and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Regular online access is essential.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment ^ | Research Essay | 40% |
| Presentation ^ | Individual presentations | 10% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment ^ | Research Essay | 40% |
| Presentation ^ | Individual presentation or contribution (participation) to be decided | 10% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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