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UNE unit code: LLM515
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Unit information
In this unit you will learn about the substantive and procedural law relevant to sentencing and punishment.
You will explore relevant legislation, doctrine and procedural frameworks alongside conceptual, research and policy literature analysing criminal sentencing.
In the framework of theories of crime and punishment, you will also enhance your critical thinking and communication skills by reviewing sentencing and punishment in various contemporary contexts.
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a specialist and thorough understanding of law, procedure and practice relating to sentencing and punishment in New South Wales;
- critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate the effectiveness of current law, procedure and practices in sentencing and punishment; drawing on a range of authoritative, interdisciplinary research sources, develop critically sophisticated, analytical, evidence-based arguments to contribute to contemporary policy and reform debates about sentencing and/or punishment;
- demonstrate a highly-developed ability to identify, apply and critically review the relevant law pertaining to sentencing and punishment; and
- produce clear and coherent written communications that are based upon analysis, problem solving skills, and the application of professional judgement, as well as reflection and evaluation of the relevant law, the underlying principles and independent research to communicate effectively to interested parties.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Assignment 1 | Yes | 60% | All offerings | Problem- or essay-based assessment task No. Words: 2500 |
Take Home Examination | Yes | 40% | All offerings |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Sentencing in Australia
ISBN: 9780455247298
Bagaric, M., Alexander, T. and Edney, R., Thomson Reuters 10th ed. 2022
Text refers to: All offerings
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