Unit details
MLM720 - Introduction to Commercial Law
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 1, trimester 2 |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | A Pathinayake (Trimester 1), F Tiba (Trimester 2) |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | MLC701 and MLL720 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 3 hour seminar per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This is a foundation law unit designed for students who are embarking on one of the School's postgraduate programs who do not have a law degree (or equivalent). The unit focuses on various learning, research and communication skills that are needed in order to complete subsequent coursework units and research papers. It also introduces a number of substantive law areas.
Assessment
Written assignment 1 2000 words 20%, written assignment 2 2000 words 20%, examination 2 hours (closed book) 60%
Hurdle requirement achieve at least 50% of the marks available on the examination.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1178 | $1178 | $1178 | $2839 | $2908 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
