LAW659A
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LAW659A - Ethics Law and Justice in Australia
Course Description
This subject engages students with an awareness and understanding of the role of ethics and justice in the legal system and in the legal profession. Students are introduced to theories of values, morals and ethics within the context of professionalism. The ethical responsibilities of legal practitioners, established through the common law, legislation and conduct rules, are addressed. An understanding of the role of lawyers in society and in the promotion of access to justice enables students to reflect on their own ethical approach to being a law student and a member of the legal profession.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
ALT - Alternative Grading +/- A,B,C,D,E,S,P,F
Career
Law
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No
Typically Offered Main Campus
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Typically Offered Distance Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Online Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Phoenix Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Sierra Vista Campus
Not Offered
Typically Offered Community Campus
Not Offered