Honours Research and Writing

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
LAWS 1023
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Course ID
207271
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Research skills are developed explicitly in Honours Research and Writing which introduces students to law relevant research design processes Including (but not limited to): the development of researchable questions, appropriate research methodologies, critical review of legal scholarship and peer review processes as well as communication of research in an academic format. This course is assessed through the development, and written and oral presentation of a formal research proposal. Students will also be assessed on their ability to critically evaluate the work of others.

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse the foundational principles of their chosen thesis topic in law, undertake legal research with primary and secondary materials, and evaluate legal information.
  • Apply the law to complex issues, and critically evaluate the operation of the law from a policy perspective.
  • Structure and sustain concise and coherent written arguments for a legal audience as well as others.
  • Conduct and analyse legal research, and write effectively and persuasively.
  • Analyse the impact of law from policy perspectives, and in the context of social and cultural diversity.
  • Reflect on their abilities to undertake individual work effectively .

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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