Legal Studies
Course Description:
The Year 11 course develops students' knowledge and understanding of the nature and functions of law and law-making, the development of Australian and international legal systems, the Australian constitution and law reform. It examines an individual's rights and responsibilities, how disputes are resolved and examines a contemporary issue concerning the individual and technology. Students have the opportunity to investigate issues that illustrate how the law operates in practice. This is achieved by investigating, analysing and synthesising legal information and investigating legal issues from a variety of perspectives.
The Year 12 course investigates the key areas of law, justice and human rights through a variety of focus studies which consider how changes in societies influence law reform.
Contact: stuart.galletly3@det.nsw.edu.au
Careers associated with Legal Studies:
Paralegal, Legal Researcher, Solicitor, Law Office Manager, Lawyer, Probation Officer, Social Worker, Legal Secretary, Juvenile Justice Officer, Immigration Officer, Law Clerk.