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 166-058 Law, Ethics and Public Policy

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

David Tucker

Prerequisites

Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma, Fourth Year Honours or postgraduate coursework programs in political science.

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

A 2-hour seminar per week

Subject Description

This subject aims to assist students with the development of skills relevant in the policymaking process. This is carried out by familiarising students with developments within legal and ethical philosophy and by requiring them to reflect on the institutions responsible for implementing programs. We consider civil rights issues such as privacy, freedom of speech, sexual and racial harassment, and discrimination. Students who complete this subject should gain skills relevant to policymaking process.

Assessment

Written work totalling 5000 words.



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