2013 UOW Law Discipline Book

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CONNECT: LAW

UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG

WELCOMEA UOW law degree can take you anywhere.

You’ll hear this a lot at UOW, but you might like to see some evidence. I’m glad to welcome you on behalf of the UOW School of Law and invite you to read on and explore the reasons why UOW is a great place to study law.

At UOW there is much more to studying law than simply learning legal theory and rules. One of our aims has always been to have graduates known for what we call ‘real world readiness’. You will have a sound skills base and you will also be a flexible, analytical thinker who is sensitive to the human side of the law.

Our unique approach to legal education will provide you with a critical and questioning attitude, broad perspectives and the skills and knowledge required for whatever career you may choose.

You’ll find that our graduates aren’t only lawyers: they’re diplomats, politicians, advisers, consultants, project managers, academics and researchers. With a UOW law degree the whole world is in front of you.

PROFESSOR WARWICK GULLETT DEAN OF LAW

PARIZ LYTHGO-MARSHALL

UOW GRAD, PHD STUDENT AND LECTURER Pariz graduated from UOW in 2011 with a First Class Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Law.

After receiving an Australian Postgraduate Award, Pariz commenced her PhD that aims to critically analyse the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s Immunity Policy for Cartel Conduct. She lectures at UOW on Law of Business Organisations and Law of Contracts.

Her profile is located at: www.uow.edu.au/law/LIRC/members

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WHY LAW AT UOWOver 30 Australian universities offer law degrees. They’re not all the same—so which law degree is right for you?

At UOW we know that it’s not just what you learn that counts, it’s how you learn it.

GET TO KNOW YOUR CLASSMATESYour timetable in first session is structured so that you have classes with the same group of people for all of your subjects. This approach provides you with a smooth transition into university and fosters valuable social and learning networks. Classes are kept small to ensure you’re supported and guided by our committed teaching team.

FIRST YEAR PRACTICAL SKILLSIn your first year of UOW Law, you will study practical subjects, which will set you up for your studies and the internships you will undertake throughout your degree. They include:

• LegalResearchandWriting

• AdvocacySkills

• CommunicationSkills

• DraftingSkills

• DisputeManagementSkills

EXPERIENCE THE LAW IN ACTIONWe believe that practical experience is a vital part of legal training. In fact, we are the only law school in Australia that requires all students complete a work placement (legal internship) as part of their law degree.

At UOW, a legal internship is not simply ‘work experience’, it is an important learning tool that gives you an opportunity to apply your legal knowledge to real life situations.

EXPLORE THE BIGGER PICTUREYou can learn from the talented staff at our research centres by taking an electiveintheirareasofexpertise.StafffromtheAustralianNationalCentreforOceanResourcesandSecurity(ANCORS)andtheLegalIntersectionsResearchCentre(LIRC)teachspecialistsubjects to our undergraduate students.

A UOW LAW DEGREE TAKES YOU ANYWHEREA UOW law degree is a passport to a diverse range of career options. We’re proud of the way our degree equips students with the skills and qualities to take on the world.

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GET MORE OUT OF LIFEExtracurricular activities make an important contribution to the life and culture of our School. The Law Students’ Society is a great way to make friends and help build connections with your peers, the School of Law and the legal profession.

JESSICA DAWSON BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - BACHELOR OF LAWS; PRESIDENT, UOW LAW STUDENTS’ SOCIETY

“The UOWLSS is a Faculty-based student society that represents the interests of all law students at UOW. We offer an array of events and initiatives designed to help students develop key skills to improve employability, network with professionals in the legal industry and socialise with their peers.

Each year, a committee comprising of elected students, coordinate mooting and skills-based competitions, Summer Clerkship and Graduate Employment expos, social justice initiatives, cocktail parties and of course, the famous Law Ball. Becoming a member of the UOWLSS is a great way to get involved with university life and further yourself socially, educationally and vocationally”.

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EXPAND YOUR HORIZONSUOW’s International Exchange Program gives you the opportunity to study overseas for one or two sessions at one of over 140 partner institutions. Going on exchange is a great way to experience life in another country while you complete subjects that count towards your UOW degree. Adding an international dimension to your law degree will also give you an edge in today’s competitive market.

Our students study at the University of Lucerne in Switzerland, the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom, the University of Alberta in Canada and many other locations across the world.

JESSICA SHILLINGTON BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS

“The practice of law is global in nature so studying abroad prepares you for an international market. The University of Texas has a huge political science department that offered subjects relevant to my degree. This meant I was still getting credit for my subjects back at UOW but also getting the opportunity to learn and understand a foreign legal system.”


LEARN YOUR WAYCONNECT: STUDY OPTIONS

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DEGREE OVERVIEWBACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB)One law degree, a multitude of career options. Choosing a double degree opens up even more possibilities.

LAW DOUBLE DEGREESThe Bachelor of Laws is particularly well suited as a combination in a double degree program. The law underpins our entire society, so knowledge of legal rules is only useful if you can apply them to real situations. A good lawyer understands the contexts in which the law operates, and how it affects people’s lives.

▪ Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Business Information Systems –

Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Commerce – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies –

Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Computer Science – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Economics and Finance –

Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Information Technology – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of International Studies – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Journalism – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Mathematics – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Science – Bachelor of Laws ▪ Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws

ACCREDITATIONYour UOW law degree is recognised for admission as a lawyer subject to the completion of practical legal training.

These requirements vary for each Australian state or territory: in New South Wales, practical legal training must be approved by the Legal Profession Admission Board.


Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90

DURATiON 4 years full-time

STARTS Autumn (February)

LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 756100

CRiCOS 055107A

You can choose to study the Bachelor of Laws as a single degree if you want to complete your studies in law without completing studies in another discipline.

In the fourth year students have two options:

▪ Undertake a year of research in your chosen area and qualify for Honours ▪ Broaden your range of legal knowledge by completing six additional electives

Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751201

CRiCOS 004340C

One of the most popular double degrees, the flexibility of this combination means that you can combine the structure and skills of a Bachelor of Laws with your choice from a variety of majors offered by the faculty. With modern languages, media studies, philosophy, politics and more, every Arts specialisation is relevant of legal contexts.

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws 751200

Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws 751215

CRiCOS Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws*

Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws 029274B

*To be confirmed

Professional skills in law and psychology will open the door to many exciting career options with employment opportunities in the private and public sectors. Areas include education, community legal services and public interest advocacy groups. With further study, it’s even possible to gain two separate professional accreditations.

The difference between the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) and Bachelor of Science (Psychology) is in the electives. The Psychology component of each degree is identical. The Science degree can give you a stronger background in the biological basis of human behaviour, while the Arts degree allows you to gain a wider understanding of the human experience. This variation lets you pursue your personal interests, and opens up different options for combining your studies with other disciplines.

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From a summer clerk to partner: that’s the path UOW graduate Bryony Binns took at global firm Baker & McKenzie.

In 2001, during her degree, Bryony did a summer clerkship with the firm in Bangkok. In 2003 she moved into a graduate position, which eventually led to her becoming an employment and industrial relations lawyer, and partner of the Australian firm.

“There’s been a lot of hard work in between,” she admits.

Whether it’s being a mother to her three children or working part-time to complete a Masters degree and an internship with the Australian Human Rights Commission, Bryony has always made time for family and for pursuing opportunities. She explains that life experience makes her a better lawyer and someone who can relate to her clients.

A typical day for Bryony ranges from being in court, where she does a lot of anti-discrimination work, to training clients’ staff, or consulting clients about labour law issues in a range of contexts. It is this variety that most appeals to Bryony.

“My work changes on a day-to-day basis. I have clients from across the Asia Pacific region, so I often travel .”

“I’m not someone who could pore over reams of tax legislation, I’m more interested in stories that involve people. I find the ‘people’ element the most rewarding for me in this area of law.”

In 2011, Bryony received an Australian Leadership Award from the ADC forum, a non-profit organisation that recognises the achievements and contributions of new-generation leaders in Australia.

During her time at UOW Bryony got involved with student life opportunities. She was president of the Law Students’ Society in her penultimate year and was also part of the Law Revue, a comedy-sketch show produced and performed by students, which allowed her to do something creative and meet new people.

“The nice thing about UOW is that you’re not just a number. It’s always been a fairly small community, so you tend to get to know people in your degree programme and beyond quite well.”

“UOW grads don’t all end up in large institutional firms. We end up in many varied roles: in-house counsel, in government, at the bar, at big and small firms. UOW attracts a variety of different people with varied life experience, knowledge and skills—which always makes for a more interesting learning experience.”

BRYONY BINNSBACHELOR OF ARTS – BACHELOR OF LAWSPARTNER, BAKER & MCKENZIE


Bachelor of Business Information Systems – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751214

CRiCOS 072570C

Computer based information systems are critical to the successful operation of modern organisations. This double degree will equip you with the technical knowledge and the skills required in dealing with the legal challenges that these new technologies present.

You will integrate your study of law with subjects including Systems & Technology, Database Systems, e-Business Applications, e-Commerce, Information Management and Health Informatics.

Bachelor of Commerce – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751202

CRiCOS 003683K

The global economy has created many legal complexities and this double degree will prepare you for a variety of careers combining business and law. The commerce degree has a focus on socially responsible commerce and this combined with a law degree will give you a valuable edge in the workplace. It gives you the necessary skills and knowledge base to provide a legal perspective to modern business practice. You can choose from 15 Commerce majors and depending on your chosen major you can receive professional recognition in both professions, one for Law and the other for a major in Commerce, such as Accountancy or Finance.

Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751210

CRiCOS 049643E

This double degree prepares you to engage with a global media culture. You can specialise in Digital Media, International Media, Journalism and Marketing & Advertising. You will gain an understanding of the media landscape that will allow you to find work in a range of careers.

Bachelor of Computer Science – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751203

CRiCOS 012093B

In conjunction with your law subjects you will be learning how to design and write programs for computer applications. This combination will enable you to offer specialist legal knowledge and skills as well as expertise across a range of Information and Communication Technology fields.

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It’s hard to know where to begin when describing the achieve-ments of UOW Graduate Natalie Viselli. At 27, Natalie has a wealth of experience under her belt: as well as her current role with the Government she is also the National President of JCI Australia, a non-profit organisation that provides opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills.

“JCI is a global organisation with over 200,000 members around the world. We’re trying to generate positive change and help prepare people to become tomorrow’s leaders.”

When Natalie first graduated she worked as Research Manager for IRIS Research and during her time in that role was named the IWIB Illawarra Young Business Woman of the Year (2011). After a while Natalie was keen to start exploring her interests in law and policy.

“The skill set I gained from completing a double degree in Commerce and Law opened up a lot of opportunities for me. There were so many job options and in the end I decided to go with the Department of Broadband.”

Natalie’s role involves working through the challenges emerging in areas of copyright and examining how Australia’s copyright framework is reacting to the changes within the digital world.

“The future of our economy and society is very much online, so we are constantly reviewing what we can do online in the business, education and health sectors. How it will benefit Australians and what policies we need to allow that to happen.”

Natalie also spends some of her time travelling overseas on behalf of JCI, visiting countries including Japan, Singapore, the Philippines and Belgium. In 2011, she attended the JCI Academy in Japan and was part of a delegation that visited tsunami affected areas.

JCI is entirely volunteer work and Natalie isn’t in any hurry to give it up. “I get a thrill out of helping young people and seeing them experience the same opportunities that I had.”

NATALIE VISELLIBACHELOR OF COMMERCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS ACTING ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (DIGITAL ECONOMY POLICY), DEPARTMENT OF BROADBAND, COMMUNICATIONS AND THE DIGITAL ECONOMY


Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751204

CRiCOS 005068F

This unique combination allows students to pursue two seemingly different areas of study. Integrated with your choice of Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Theatre or Visual Arts your law degree may see you working in areas such as copyright law or as legal counsel in the entertainment industry.

Bachelor of Economics and Finance – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90

DURATiON 5-6 years full-time


LOCATiON Wollongong

This combination allows you to focus on a more specialised area within the commerce field. You can major in Economics, Finance, International Economics or Quantitative Analysis in Economics. You will gain analytical, critical thinking and research skills in the areas of economics and finance and this combined with a law degree will make you highly sought after by private and public sector employers both in Australia and internationally.

Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751208

CRiCOS 036465C

Engineering at UOW is one of our founding faculties with strong connections to industry throughout the Illawarra. In addition to your studies in Law you will be able to study a major in civil, environmental, materials, mechanical, mechatronic or mining engineering. By studying a double degree in Engineering and Law you will have many options to work in Australia and abroad, the skills you will gain from both degrees will put you in high demand.

Bachelor of Information Technology – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751213

CRiCOS 069492E

The speed at which Information Technology is changing and growing means that we are frequently meeting new legal situations that require attention and direction. By studying this combination you will gain an understanding of both sides and as new legal issues arise you will be equipped to address the latest challenges. You may find work in areas providing advice on copyright, privacy and censorship.

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The story of how UOW graduate Marcel Gordon came to work at Google tells us how much technology has changed in the last decade.

When he started studying at UOW in 2001, Google was barely two years old and still a new buzz word to most people. By the time Marcel completed his studies, Google was one of the largest companies in the world and today receives more than one billion unique views per month.

“These two areas of study were entirely different. They presented different challenges and were independently interesting. It was an opportunity to pursue two paths at once.”

“Computer science is the technical foundation and without it I wouldn’t be credible. In my current role this helps me work more closely with engineering and understand their language. The Law degree gives me the skill set to communicate effectively and to think critically about what we are building.”

Marcel achieved an exceptional level of academic performance during his studies at UOW. He was continually recognised academically, the highlight being a University Medal upon graduation—an award presented to the top students in their respective faculties.

While studying at UOW, Marcel went on exchange to Canada for a year and lived at UOW’s International House residence for three years.

“There’s a whole world out there of really interesting people. My exchange experience gave me the firm idea of working overseas.”

After his success at UOW and with his end goal of the global stage in mind, Marcel was accepted into the Master of Law program at the University of Cambridge, UK.

“I found that UOW was excellent preparation as anyone for studying at Cambridge.”

One of the reasons that working at Google appeals to Marcel is the opportunity to travel regularly between London, California and New York.

Another reason Marcel enjoys his job is the ability to be able to control the future of the product. “The whole process is entirely up to me. I find it hard to imagine myself in a role where I’m told every three hours what I should be doing. I really value that I’m kind of my own boss. I have the freedom to set the direction for myself and the products we work on.”

“That is something I really appreciated about university, you are given a subject and resources—the way you learn it is really up to you.”

MARCEL GORDONBACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS PRODUCT MANAGER, GOOGLE, UK


Bachelor of International Studies – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751212

CRiCOS 069060G

In today’s global community, there are countless legal situations that go beyond national boundaries. In this combined program you will study the diversity of the international community and the way that governments and corporations interact on a global scale.

Bachelor of Journalism – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751211

CRiCOS 058981A

It is common for students looking to work in the media to pursue a law degree as well. In particular an understanding of media and intellectual property law will be of benefit to you if you pursue a career as a journalist. The journalism degree will also give you communication and research skills that can strengthen a career choice as a lawyer.

Bachelor of Mathematics – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751206

CRiCOS 005069E

The ability to interpret data and predict outcomes places mathematicians in all areas of industry and government. From something as simple as pursuing two different passions to a career in risk management or insurance, this degree combination offers many employment opportunities.

Bachelor of Science – Bachelor of Laws

ATAR 90



LOCATiON Wollongong

UAC 751207

CRiCOS 006872C

With a range of science majors to choose from, this double degree allows students to combine a passion in the sciences with the legal knowledge and skills to support it.

The nature of technologies such as genetic engineering means that law, ethics and science have a complex relationship. This degree combination will allow you to advise on both perspectives. You may find work in environmental law or specialise in advising corporations on their social responsibilities.

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Volunteering at Salvos Legal Humanitarian, a not-for-profit law firm owned and run by The Salvation Army, provided the perfect avenue for UOW graduate Mitchell Broom to give back to the community.

“I wanted to share my knowledge and volunteering at Salvos Legal was one way to do it.”

Mitchell started volunteering during his UOW studies because it allowed him to combine practical legal experience with his belief that everyone should have access to legal advice.

“Throughout my law degree I came to think that having a legal education is a real privilege. A lot of people don’t know what their rights are under the law, so whether that person is on the streets and in trouble with the police, or a director of an ASX 200 company, they deserve access to that legal knowledge.”

Mitchell is now employed at Wyatt Attorneys, but he still makes the time for Salvos Legal Humanitarian, volunteering his time once a month.

“I’m representing people that really need a helping hand, people who may have found themselves in some pretty awful situations.”

According to Mitchell practical experience is the only thing that can come close to preparing you for a career in law.

“I learn something new every day. When you’re at uni people say you won’t stop learning after you graduate and it’s true: the law degree is just the starting point.”

Mitchell studied a double degree with Law and Commerce.

“Combining law with another degree gives you a better perspective on how the law works in different disciplines.”

“So when I was studying trust accounting in law, I knew how accounting worked; and in the subject Law of Business Organisations I gained insight into how most companies were structured and what the purpose of a board was as opposed to just knowing the legal requirements associated with the organisation.”

MITCHELL BROOMBACHELOR OF COMMERCE – BACHELOR OF LAWSSOLICITOR, WYATT ATTORNEYS AND VOLUNTEER SOLICITOR, SALVOS LEGAL HUMANITARIAN

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