1 Legal Studies
Course Description
Learning Area Leader: Mr R. McBrearty.
In this course, we explore the concept of Law in Aotearoa New Zealand. We will look into understanding laws, how they're created and their impact on wider society.
Skills/content you will cover in this course:
Debate and discussion
Research
Writing
Analysis of information
Skills you need to be successful in this course - research skills, writing skills (both on paper and device), developing arguments, debating, analysing information and situations.
This course is useful for or will lead to - further studies in Legal Studies or Law. Further studies into Aotearoa New Zealand and our histories.
Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery
General stationery and 1B5 exercise book
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Describe concepts of democracy and government
NZQA Info
Describe concepts of justice
NZQA Info
Describe the purpose of law
NZQA Info
Describe litigation processes in New Zealand
NZQA Info
Describe law making processes
Disclaimer
Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.