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UNE unit code: LLM525
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Unit information
This unit is designed to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of international trade law and institutions.
The main emphasis is on the global perspective of international trade, including its transactional aspects.
You will explore a range of topics including the sources, theory and policy of international trade and investment law, as well as the fundamental principles of the WTO and rules governing commercial transactions.
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the principles, regulation and treaties relating to international trade as well as an awareness of the extensive impact of national foreign and trade policy and multinational trading relationships upon the conduct of international trade;
- use initiative and judgement to critically discuss the effectiveness or otherwise of the current regulation in governing international trade; and in analysing and synthesising contemporary issues in Australia's international trading relationships, especially with respect to regional trade agreements;
- use cognitive and creative skills to identify and critically analyse, synthesise, and consolidate a persuasive and coherent legal argument that applies international trade law principles to complex fact situations and identify remedies available for their enforcement; and
- demonstrate a well-developed ability to act independently to present a clear and coherent exposition of the relevant knowledge that evidences legal research, legal reasoning and professional judgment to questions relating to international trade law matters.
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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Online Participation | Yes | 10% | All offerings | |
Research Paper | Yes | 50% | All offerings | No. Words: 3500 |
Take Home Exam | 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.
International Commercial Law
ISBN: 9780409355673
Xiong, P., LexisNexis Butterworths 7th ed. 2015
Text refers to: All offerings
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