Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws
Learning outcomes
Bachelor of Science
On successful completion of the Bachelor of Science students will be able to:
| No. | Course learning outcome | Graduate quality | Graduate quality | Graduate quality | Graduate quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate a coherent understanding by articulating the methods of science and explaining why current knowledge is both contestable and testable by further inquiry. | Depth of disciplinary expertise | Critical thinking and Problem solving | ||
| 2 | Explain the role and relevance of science to society across a range of cultural settings. | Depth of disciplinary expertise | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Cultural competence | |
| 3 | Exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge by demonstrating well-developed knowledge in at least one disciplinary area. | Depth of disciplinary expertise | Critical thinking and Problem solving | ||
| 4 | Demonstrate knowledge in at least one other disciplinary area. | Depth of disciplinary expertise | Critical thinking and Problem solving | ||
| 5 | Critically analyse and solve problems by gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from a range of sources. | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Information and Digital literacy | ||
| 6 | Design and plan an investigation. | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Information and Digital literacy | Inventiveness | |
| 7 | Select and apply practical, conceptual and/or theoretical techniques or tools in order to formulate and model problems or conduct an investigation. | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Information and Digital literacy | Inventiveness | |
| 8 | Collect, accurately record, interpret and draw conclusions from data. | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Information and Digital literacy | ||
| 9 | Be effective communicators of reasoning, results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, and using a variety of modes. | Critical thinking and Problem solving | Communication (oral and written) | Inventiveness | Influence |
| 10 | Be accountable for their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners. | Integrated professional, ethical and personal identity | |||
| 11 | Work effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context. | Communication (oral and written) | Cultural competence | Interdisciplinary effectiveness | Integrated professional, ethical and personal identity |
| 12 | Demonstrate knowledge of the regulatory frameworks relevant to their disciplinary area and personally practise ethical conduct. | Depth of disciplinary expertise | Cultural competence | Integrated professional, ethical and personal identity |
Bachelor of Laws
Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws course are intellectually rigorous, have cross-disciplinary knowledge, demonstrate master of legal subject matter, including techniques of statutory interpretation and legal reasoning, to satisfy admission to legal practice in Australia and become skilled technical lawyers. They are able to:
| No. | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Integrate and critically apply knowledge, understanding and the skills and techniques associated with the discipline of law to effectively engage with the evolving nature of the discipline, legal profession and legal practice. |
| 2 | Define and critically analyse legal concepts and problems in their historical and contemporary context, formulate potential solutions and defend conclusions by evaluating relevant legal sources, ideas and evidence. |
| 3 | Communicate skilfully through appropriate use of media, technology and modes of communication with lawyers, clients and others, and enrich understanding and engagement of law and legal issues in various social contexts. |
| 4 | Skilfully access, synthesise, utilise and manage information through effective legal research strategies and responsible use of appropriate resources, tools, digital and other media. |
| 5 | Interact with law as a dynamic discipline by moving between disciplinary norms and conventions to re-interpret, reconstitute and reframe issues, problems, disparate ideas, observations and resources, and thereby generate novel ideas, tools, solutions and outputs. |
| 6 | Work productively, collaboratively and openly in diverse groups, settings and across cultural boundaries by making respectful, reasoned and ethical choices in personal and professional intercultural settings and through on-going self-reflection, acknowledging the culture, traditions and beliefs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other communities, and the contemporary and historical ways in which law interacts with issues of gender, race, religious belief and sexuality. |
| 7 | Integrate and synthesise legal and non-legal viewpoints and practices and work effectively across disciplinary and professional boundaries individually and with others to produce effective outcomes. |
| 8 | Engage in self-reflection and, within a coherent ethical framework, recognise different perspectives and roles in society, and make decisions consistent with professional responsibilities. |
| 9 | As engaged and reflective professionals, initiate and lead constructive change, especially for disadvantaged groups and individuals in the community, through responsible modes of persuasion and active participation with others. |