Level 3 Legal Studies
Level 3
Course Code: 3ZLAW
Who can I talk to: Mr Hughes
Legal Studies aims to teach students to read and understand legislation and case law in NZ and overseas. This will be ideal preparation for students who wish to complete a law degree, manage their own business, or wish to provide value to future employers by being able to interpret new laws that might affect their employer’s business. The course encourages students to discuss ideas collaboratively, and then think about how to apply legal principles to a real life NZ situation.
Course Information
What Knowledge Will I Develop?
Legal Studies aims to teach students to read and understand legislation and case law in NZ and overseas. This will be ideal preparation for students who wish to complete a law degree, manage their own business, or wish to provide value to future employers by being able to interpret new laws that might affect their employer's business. The course encourages students to discuss ideas collaboratively, and then think about how to apply legal principles to a real life NZ situation.
How Will The Course Contribute To My Qualification?
| Code | Title | Credits | Internal | External | Core | Optional | L1 Literacy | L1 Numeracy | UE Reading | UE Writing | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US27852 | Evaluate systems of government and their formation | 4 | y | y | 06-11-2021 | ||||||
| US27849 | Evaluate a law making process in relation to a significant legal issue | 4 | y | y | 28-08-2021 | ||||||
| US27837 | Evaluate Concepts of Democracy in relation to restraint on state power | 4 | y | y | 10-07-2021 | ||||||
| US27846 | Evaluate Litigation and Dispute resolution processes in relation to challenging state power | 4 | y | y | 08-06-2021 | ||||||
| US27843 | Evaluate Concepts of Law in relation to a specific scenario | 4 | y | y | 16-04-2021 | ||||||
| US27840 | Evaluate Concepts of Justice in relation to a specific scenario | 4 | y | y | 16-03-2021 |
Credits: 20-24
Does this course provide a pathway to University Entrance? No
Entry Requirements
All students welcome, although satisfactory achievement from previous level of study is desired; with HOD approval.
Course Related Costs
Voluntary contribution to field trip expenses will be requested.
Companion Subjects
Economics and Business Studies
Subject Combination Notes
Not applicable
