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SLSS1001: Law Policy and Society I
2026 unit information
This unit provides students with an introduction to legal ideas, policy formation, and interaction between legal and social institutions in historical contexts. The transportation of common law and Westminster style government into Australia and its effect on Indigenous people and customary law is considered. Case law is discussed along with the role of parliament and politicians in creating social policy and how it is turned into legislation. International law and human rights are introduced. Jurisprudence theories further the analysis of how law effects society. We also consider shortcomings with 'the law' and asses attempts to increase equitable access for all citizens to law.
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Sociology and Criminology |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand the law in its social, historical, cultural, political and economic contexts
- LO2. demonstrate an independent ability to locate legal and other information efficiently and effectively
- LO3. exercise critical judgment and critical thinking in reading and writing about the law
- LO4. rigorously evaluate and address critical issues within contemporary legal discourse
- LO5. demonstrate an appreciation of diverse perspectives in approaching concepts of legal culture
- LO6. communicate ideas and concepts raised in the course with others.
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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