Law and (dis)Order
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Rule of Law
Criminal Law
(in)Famous crimes
Subject Description
Law and (dis)Order is a unit that looks at Australia's justice system. Justice will be an introduction to the Australian Legal System including the police investigation process and court hierarchy. Students will examine how laws change to reflect society’s values and peoples’ rights in society.
They explore areas of law that are currently affecting their lives and future lives, including Rule of Law, the Police and you, Crime, Young People and the Law and some (in)famous Australian cases.
Pathways into further schooling
This unit is the perfect complementary unit of Politics, Power and Promises (Year 9/10 elective).
This unit is an excellent choice as a pathway leading into VCE Legal Studies.
Other possible pathways:
VCE Sociology
VCE Global Politics
Pathways into life
Studying Legal does not just limit you to becoming a lawyer! Jobs in the justice system include, but are not limited to:
paralegal
legal secretary
court reporter
Victoria Police
Australian Federal Police
Court clerk
Arbitrator
Mediator
Want to know more?
Email one of the following teachers for more information!
Mrs Katelyn McIntyre katelynmcintyre@sakyabram.vic.edu.au
Mr Brad Downie braddownie@sakyabram.vic.edu.au
Ms Elise Clarke eliseclarke@sakyrabram.vic.edu.au
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