Course overview
Statutory interpretation is the process by which legislative instruments are given meaning so that they can be understood and applied. This subject will systematically examine the body of law that is relevant when determining the intention of Parliament as expressed in legislative instruments. The rules, approaches and practices required by statute or developed at common law are considered and applied to both state and federal legislation. In addition to developing students' interpretation skills the subject will also focus on legal research and opinion writing.
Course learning outcomes
- Locate, identify and be able to critically analyse relevant statutes, statutory provisions and legislative instruments, as well as pertinent judicial authority
- Interpret the appropriate provisions using the accepted tools and techniques of statutory interpretation
- Apply statutory provisions to fact scenarios and communicate the interpretation, nature and effect of statutory provisions to relevant stakeholders, such as clients and courts
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 52114
Section LE01
Size 100
Available 100
Class number 52113
Section TU01
Size 90
Available 90
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