MLM720 - Introduction to Commercial Law

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, X)
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.