Corporate Law

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
LAWS 3002
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Course ID
200556
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Law
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Sulette Lombard
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course equips students with knowledge and skills to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of corporate law within the contemporary Australian regulatory environment. Through a forward-thinking curriculum incorporating global perspectives, students will explore essential topics such as corporate formation, governance, directorial duties, and the management of financial distress, including winding up of companies, while also considering sustainability and social responsibility in corporate law practice. Through practical activities and real-world case studies, students will develop their legal analysis and problem-solving skills, enabling them to apply corporate law principles to complex factual problem-based scenarios. It is a compulsory course that meets the accreditation requirements for company law and provides students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to thrive as legal professionals in an increasingly complex and interconnected corporate landscape.

  • Fundamental Principles
  • Governance And Finance
  • Financial Distress And Current Issues

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse and synthesise the fundamental principles of corporate law and apply them to resolve common and complex legal scenarios
  • Articulate corporate law principles and construct well-reasoned legal arguments in both written and oral forms, incorporating digital tools for research and presentation
  • Exercise judgment to address corporate law problems and transactions
  • Reflect on the ethical implications of corporate law from a relevant legislative or policy perspective, considering social and cultural diversity
  • Communicate in a professional and effective manner, recognising different stakeholder perspectives

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 55695
Section
Section FR01
Size
Size 300
Available
Available 300
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 4 Aug Tuesday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 3029
25 Aug - 25 Aug Tuesday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 3029
20 Oct - 20 Oct Tuesday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 3029
Class number
Class number 57850
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 20 Aug Thursday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 111
3 Sep - 24 Sep Thursday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 111
22 Oct - 5 Nov Thursday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 111
Class number
Class number 57851
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 19 Aug Wednesday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 316
2 Sep - 23 Sep Wednesday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 316
21 Oct - 4 Nov Wednesday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 316
Class number
Class number 57852
Section
Section TU03
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 19 Aug Wednesday 10:10am - 11:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
2 Sep - 23 Sep Wednesday 10:10am - 11:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
21 Oct - 4 Nov Wednesday 10:10am - 11:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
Class number
Class number 57853
Section
Section TU04
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 20 Aug Thursday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
3 Sep - 24 Sep Thursday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
22 Oct - 5 Nov Thursday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 112
Class number
Class number 57854
Section
Section TU05
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 20 Aug Thursday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 113
3 Sep - 24 Sep Thursday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 113
22 Oct - 5 Nov Thursday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 113
Class number
Class number 57855
Section
Section TU06
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 21 Aug Friday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
4 Sep - 25 Sep Friday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
23 Oct - 6 Nov Friday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
Class number
Class number 57856
Section
Section TU07
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 17 Aug Monday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 314
31 Aug - 21 Sep Monday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 314
19 Oct - 2 Nov Monday 9:10am - 10:30am Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 314
Class number
Class number 57857
Section
Section TU08
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 19 Aug Wednesday 11:40am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
2 Sep - 23 Sep Wednesday 11:40am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
21 Oct - 4 Nov Wednesday 11:40am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
Class number
Class number 57858
Section
Section TU09
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 19 Aug Wednesday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 231
2 Sep - 23 Sep Wednesday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 231
21 Oct - 4 Nov Wednesday 4:10pm - 5:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 231
Class number
Class number 57859
Section
Section TU10
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
7 Aug - 21 Aug Friday 11:10am - 12:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
4 Sep - 25 Sep Friday 11:10am - 12:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
23 Oct - 6 Nov Friday 11:10am - 12:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed LAWS2003 Equity and Trusts

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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