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I love the challenge of law and being able to understand my world in a whole new light.– Matilda BACHELOR OF LAWS/ARTS

life changing decisions are never easy. what and where to study is an important one. here are a few reasons why our students think anu law is the right choice.

A passion for international lawInternational human rights, refugees, whaling…when it comes to international law, we have the experts and the choice of courses. you can choose from a variety of international law subjects to become an expert yourself. Combine your law degree with a degree in international relations and you have an exciting career in the making.

Make the world a better placelaw reform and social justice is a special focus for the College. From research and teaching to student-led volunteer programs, we consider who uses the law, who is affected by it, whether it operates fairly, and whether there are ways to improve it. If you’re passionate about making the world a better place, you’ll find numerous opportunities to do so at the anu College of law.

Choose more than one disciplineOver 80 per cent of our students do double degrees. with a flexible double degree, your study of law is enhanced through engagement with another discipline. your double degree can expand your future career opportunities—giving you options in areas ranging from political science and criminology through to business, languages and science.

Our locationthe anu College of law is located in Canberra, the capital of australia. Our location means direct access and exposure to the nation’s key law making institutions – the Parliament and the high Court of australia.

Making friends is easywe have a diverse student and staff population, making the anu College of law an engaging and supportive study environment.

If you’re new to Canberra, you’ll find a vibrant social and community life on campus. anu is a suburb of its own, with accommodation, shopping, sporting groups and special interest clubs and societies. If you live on campus, you won’t need a car—you can walk or cycle with friends from your residential hall to classes and into the city. If you’re a local, you can join a ‘virtual hall’ with the same social benefits that residential halls offer.

Learning from expertsOur lecturers and supervisors are experts in their fields, creating innovative courses in a unique learning environment. Our staff include some of australia’s best-known legal scholars and teachers, many of who have written the texts used australia-wide for the study of law. In addition, international legal experts often visit the anu, delivering guest lectures and hosting events for students and the local legal community.

Reputationthe anu is one of australia’s best known universities, and is recognised around the world for education excellence.

In addition to being a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, the anu is part of the International alliance of Research universities (IaRu) – a select collaboration of research-intensive universities who share a vision for quality, excellence and the development of future leaders.

at the anu College of law, we offer a range of stimulating and practical programs to aspiring students of law. Join other students who have decided to undertake the challenging study of law.

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Flexible Double Degrees (FDD)Our flexible double degrees enable you to combine your Bachelor of laws with other degrees and a diverse range of additional study areas. Generally, a flexible double degree will take approximately five years to complete.

> Entry requirements for both degrees must be met.

w h a t d O w E O F F E R ?

Bachelor of actuarial studies *

Bachelor of archaeological Practice

Bachelor of art history and Curatorship

Bachelor of arts

Bachelor of asia-Pacific security

Bachelor of asia-Pacific studies

Bachelor of Biotechnology *

Bachelor of Business administration

Bachelor of Classical studies

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Criminology

Bachelor of design arts *

Bachelor of development studies

Bachelor of Economics

Bachelor of Environmental studies

Bachelor of European studies

Bachelor of Finance

Bachelor of Genetics *

Bachelor of Information technology *

Bachelor of International Relations

Bachelor of International security studies

Bachelor of languages

Bachelor of latin american studies

Bachelor of Medical science *

Bachelor of Middle Eastern and Central asian studies

Bachelor of Music *

Bachelor of Pacific studies

Bachelor of Policy studies

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Bachelor of science

Bachelor of science (Forest sciences)

Bachelor of science (Psychology)

Bachelor of science (Resource and Environmental Management)

Bachelor of statistics *

Bachelor of Visual arts*

* Course has pre-requisites in addition to Australian tertiary admission rank (ATAR).

> students.anu.edu.au/programs/group3.php

At the ANU College of Law, you’ll have the opportunity to become involved in projects, clinics and workshops, allowing you to gain valuable experience of how law works in real-life settings.

ANU is in Canberra which is the best

because it’s the capital of Australia with all the main legal institutions.

location

– Joseph, from Fiji BACHELOR OF LAWS/ COMMERCE

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Compulsory courses

laws1201 Foundations of australian law

laws1203 torts

laws1205 australian Public law

laws1206 Criminal law and Procedure

laws2201 administrative law

laws2203 Corporations law

laws2204 Property

laws2244 litigation and dispute Management

laws1202 lawyers, Justice and Ethics

laws1204 Contracts

laws2202 Commonwealth Constitutional law

laws2205 Equity and trusts

laws2207 Evidence

laws2249 legal theory

laws2250 International law

Elective courses

laws1209 English in a legal Context

laws2210 Commercial law

laws2212 Conflict of laws

laws2215 Environmental law

laws2220 human Rights law in australia

laws2224/6224 International law of the sea

laws2225 International law of human Rights

laws2230 law Internship

laws2236 succession

laws2240 International social Justice Clinic

laws2245 Information technology law

laws2255 Restrictive trade Practice (Competition law)

laws2267 Clinical youth law Program

laws2268 Community law Clinical Program

laws2271 Refugee law

laws2275 Federal Judicial system

laws3001 unravelling Complexity

laws3202 honours thesis

laws2280 law and humanities

laws1209 English in a legal Context

laws2209 Bankruptcy and Insolvency

laws2217 Family law

laws2218 Feminist and Critical legal theory

laws2221 Income tax

laws2226 International trade law

laws2228 labour law

laws2238 Indigenous australians and the law

laws2259 Consumer Protection and Product liability law

laws2264 advanced International law

laws2267 Clinical youth law Program

laws2268 Community law Clinical Program

laws2230 law Internship

laws2254 Restitution

laws2260 law and Psychology

laws2273 australian legal history

laws2274 Climate law

laws3202 honours thesis

laws2278 Information law

(Course availability may change from year to year.)

Coursesthe llB degree consists of compulsory and elective courses, allowing you to tailor your degree to match your specific interests.

You can choose from an exciting range of elective courses.

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ANU College of Law overseas based courses

ANU-Alabama Joint Teaching Programanu law students have the opportunity to travel to the usa for a five-week program at the university of alabama. as part of the program, you’ll learn about the functions and approaches of the us legal system, with a focus on the us court system, constitutional law, criminal law, Indigenous and environmental law.

In addition to its intrinsic educational value, the program offers students valuable networking opportunities and the chance to explore america’s deep south.

> law.anu.edu.au/international-study-opportunities/overseas-based-courses

The ability to be taught by distinguished scholars, academics and lawyersis a privilege which I highly value.– Eilidh, from AustraliaBACHELOR OF LAWS/INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Studying at a university is all about stimulating thinking and generating new ideas – and ANU provides the ideal environment for this.– Stanley, from Hong KongBACHELOR OF LAWS

Summer/Winter in Genevahome to the European headquarters of the united nations, Geneva is often seen as a global centre for diplomacy and international law. through a unique three-week intensive course, you’ll travel to Geneva, witness the workings of several major organisations and get a first-hand insight to international law.

Classes are presented by experts in international law from specialised agencies and nGOs. all classes and visits are conducted in English, and knowledge of French is not required.

> law.anu.edu.au/international-study-opportunities/overseas-based-courses

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International exchange programs

as an anu College of law student, our partnerships with universities abroad create opportunities for you to complete part of your degree overseas. we partner with universities in the asia-Pacific, Europe, the uK and north america, offering opportunities to study in English and other languages.

Generally, you’ll be eligible to spend a semester abroad once you’ve completed 10 law courses.

Why is it a good idea?

> see the world

> Experience international education

> Open new possibilities in your career

> Enrich your life professionally and personally

Where can I go to study law?

Asia

CHINA

> Beijing university [Beida] (Chinese only)

HONG KONG

> the university of hong Kong

JAPAN

> Chuo university (Japanese only)

SINGAPORE

> national university of singapore

North America

CANADA

> university of alberta

> university of Ottawa

> university of toronto

> western university Canada

Continental Europe

AUSTRIA

> university of Vienna

DENMARK

> university of Copenhagen

> aarhus university

FRANCE

> université Jean Moulin/lyon 3 (French only)

> université de Versailles (French only)

GERMANY

> Bielefeld university (German only)

> Freie universität, Berlin (German only)

> universität Bonn (German only)

> university of Freiburg (German only)

IRELAND

> university College dublin

> trinity College dublin

ITALY

> università di Bologna (Italian only)

> università Bocconi, Milan

> università degli studi di siena (Italian only)

NETHERLANDS

> Maastricht university

> university of Groningen

> university of utrecht

SPAIN

> universidad Pontificia Comillas, Madrid (spanish only)

SWITZERLAND

> université de Genève (French only)

Oceania

NEW ZEALAND

> university of auckland

> Victoria university of wellington

United Kingdom

> lancaster university

* (exchange partnerships may be subject to change)

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Mooting competitionsas the australian round of the International law Moot Court competition, the Jessup Moot is the oldest, most prestigious, and globally extensive of all international law student competitions.

For anu College of law students, Jessup Moot is a summer session elective. students are expected to prepare the written memorials and participate in the internal anu practice moots. the team then participates in the australian rounds of the Jessup Moot competition and, if the team reaches the final of the australian rounds, competes in the International Rounds in the united states.

the anu College of law Jessup Moot team won the international competition in 2010.

> ilsa.org/jessup

you also have the opportunity to compete in other international moots, such as the Jean-Pictet International Humanitarian Law Moot, the Red Cross International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Competition, the Asia Cup International Law Moot Court Competition, the Oxford International Intellectual Property Mooting Competition, the Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition, the Willem C Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot, and the International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot Competition.

> law.anu.edu.au/llb/mooting-competitions

Clinical coursesClinical courses give you the opportunity to engage with real clients, problems and deadlines. Our programs provide an ideal opportunity to balance theory with practice, and include:

> Clinical Youth Law Program Based in a community legal practice environment, this course is delivered in collaboration with aCt legal aid, which manages the youth law Centre aCt, and provides legal advice to people aged between 12 and 25.

> Community Law Clinical Program during this course, students work for two days a week at the welfare Rights and legal Centre where they provide legal information and undertake casework under the supervision of solicitors.

> International Social Justice Clinic In partnership with nGOs in australia, the Pacific and asia, this course provides students with the opportunity to work on a range of social justice programs. unlike other clinical courses at anu, where students often work with local people on local legal issues, students in the International social Justice Clinic work with an nGO as their client, addressing current issues of human rights practice and policy. students based in Canberra work with the staff of an interstate or overseas nGO through online communication.

ANU LLB and JD students celebrate after being announced winners of the 2013 KPMG Business Challenge in Spain.

Professors and lecturers are really helpful and approachable.

– Kyna, from Singapore BACHELOR OF LAWS

It makes for a supportive, encouraging and enjoyable learning environment.

CHAT (Mentoring program)at the anu College of law we value collegiality. when you become a student in our College we want you to be a part of that collegiality and to feel that you are known and supported as an individual student. Critical to this is forming relationships with staff and other students.

Chat (Come and have a talk) is a mentoring scheme that teams you up in groups with other first year students, two later year student mentors and one staff member. we encourage all first year law students to participate.

Once enrolled in a group, student mentors will contact your group to discuss a social get-together and answer any questions and issues that arise from starting your time as a law student. Mentors will be available to refer students to appropriate sources of support, to give advice and to assist with any academic or study related matters. there will also be Chat social gatherings, coffee sessions and discussion sessions.

InternshipsOur law internship offers selected high achieving students an unparalleled opportunity to carry out a law-based research project in a legal professional workplace. this elective course develops both legal knowledge and a lawyer’s approach to problem identification, analysis and recommendations. the internship work may be set in a government department, law firm, parliament, or non-government organisation. there are increasing opportunities for overseas internships.

English in a legal context (ELC)ElC is a free non-curriculum course offered by the College. the aim of this course is to assist first year law students, who have English as a second language, to address and overcome any issues or problems they are experiencing with their legal studies as a result of their lack of English language background.

the course takes material from subject areas to which students are exposed in their first year of law studies (Foundations of australian law, torts, lawyers Justice and Ethics and Contracts) and creates activities designed both to help students to develop a cultural context for their legal studies and to acquire the practical legal skills they will need for their future study and practice. the following is an example of the kinds of issues that are addressed and skills that are practised:

> how to read cases

> how to write case notes

> techniques to simplify legal writing

> how to speed up reading of cases and other material

> preparing for tutorial problems

> participating effectively in discussion groups.

When I graduated from high school, my goal was to find a university whose degree is recognised and appreciated worldwide.

A degree from ANU is highly regarded internationally.

– Oleksander, from Ukraine BACHELOR OF LAWS

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the anu College of law offers students a variety of opportunities to study and experience law’s potential for reform, and for achieving social justice.we offer critical perspectives in our teaching: analysing law’s successes – and inadequacies – in controlling power, allocating resources, sustaining livelihoods, protecting the environment, promoting equality, resolving disputes and ensuring fair process. In particular, these issues are explored through assessment options which address current issues of law reform, and in elective courses such as:

> animals and the law

> Climate law

> Clinical courses

> Consumer protection law

> Criminal justice

> Environmental law

> Feminist and critical legal theory

> health law

> human rights law

> labour law

> law and sexualities

> law and society in south East asia

> law reform

> lawyers justice & ethics

> legal theory

> Refugee law

we complement the classroom teaching in a number of ways, partnering with organisations such as the youth law Centre, the welfare Rights and legal Centre, Migrant and Refugee settlement services, and the aCt human Rights Commission.

Our clinical courses enable students to work in community legal services and non-government organisations while learning about law in society, access to justice, and legal issues relating to, for example, youth, families, migrants and refugees and welfare recipients.

Our internships give students the opportunity to immerse themselves in experiencing and researching particular social justice issues, from the united nations in Geneva to native title representative bodies in Cape york, as well as with social justice and human rights organisations in australia’s capital.

with our Law Reform and Social Justice initiatives, social justice projects are designed and run by law students. students engage with the local community, identifying legal need and developing appropriate responses.

anu College of law students are working with, for example, prisoners, older people, migrants and refugees, social housing tenants and young people, to help them understand and cope with the laws that affects them.

Our social justice events bring a wide range of experts and experience into the anu College of law, to create debate and offer direction to students who want to know about the full range of career options that a law degree offers. the law Reform and social Justice Program shows films, conducts seminars and presents guest speakers regularly throughout the year.

> law.anu.edu.au/lrsj

Law Reform and Social Justice

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Law Students’ Society

the anu law students’ society (lss) is the representative body for anu law students. Our aim is to make your experience at the law school the best it can be. If you have any issues with your law degree, or have suggestions for how your course might be improved, the lss is your voice to the College.

In addition to maintaining the past exam answers database, the lss runs the ever popular pre-exam tutorials. the social reputation of the lss as the biggest and most active society on campus precedes itself, with events such as the law Ball, social Justice dinner, First year Party, Pub Crawl, Clerkship Information night as well as various luncheons, sports matches, speaker series, afternoon drinks, exercise classes and more.

additionally, the lss runs and participates in many internal and external competitions – including mooting and witness examination – all of which are a great way to expand your practical legal skills.

Alexa Milosevic

President, ANU Law Students’ Society, 2014 > anulss.com

ANU International Law Society

welcome to the International law society (Ils), australia’s premier student organisation supporting the study and enjoyment of international law.

this year, we are hoping to turn our focus to revealing new and exciting career opportunities to help facilitate the pursuit of international law.

anu continues to build on its outstanding expertise in international law. the Ils is looking forward to keeping up with all this action and more, and hope you can join with us!

Jacqueline Wilmott

President, ANU International Law Students’ Society, 2014 > anuils.com

Law is an area which is very dynamic, where you have to constantly keep yourself up-to-date. – Rim, from MaléBACHELOR OF LAWS

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Sub-Deanstudents have access to the anu College of law sub-dean, who can offer advice on study related matters.

Scholarships and Prizes

World Bank Scholarshipthe anu College of law, in conjunction with the world Bank Group’s Integrity Vice Presidency (Int), has developed a scholarship program to support a current student of the anu College of law Bachelor of laws (llB), or Juris doctor (Jd) programs, to spend two months undertaking a Fellowship with Int’s special litigation unit. the scholarship will go towards covering expenses while the student works as a fellow with the special litigation unit at the world Bank’s headquarters in washington dC.

Littleton Groom Memorial Scholarshipthe littleton Groom Memorial scholarship, which is held by one law student at a time, offers that student up to $1,000 per year for the duration of the program in which the student is enrolled.

Yuill ScholarshipFor final year students and graduates of up to five years standing.

the yuill scholarship has been established by the university to provide funding to support participation in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) traineeship Program. the primary criteria for award of the scholarship are an excellent academic record in courses relating to public international law, and proven research and writing skills.

Freilich Indigenous Student Scholarship in Lawthe Freilich Indigenous student scholarship in law is to assist people in the Indigenous community who would like to attend university to obtain a degree in law to further their career aspirations.

Legal Workshop GDLP Indigenous Scholarship Schemethe anu College of law and the national Centre for Indigenous studies (nCIs) have developed a scholarship program for study in the Graduate diploma in legal Practice (GdlP) offered in the anu legal workshop.

scholarship applicants must be Indigenous australians and meet the admission requirements for the GdlP.

Phillipa Weeks Scholarship in Lawthis scholarship is intended for australian citizens and permanent residents who have undertaken the final two years of their secondary schooling in a regional or remote area of australia and are beginning their law studies.

> law.anu.edu.au/scholarships

Wayne Morgansenior lecturer and sub dean llB/Jd Programs

“the role of sub dean is to give advice to all students generally about their programs and any issues that they might be having while they study here at the College. I’m the person you come to for advice. that includes everything from enrolling through the courses you do in your degree to assessment requirements, and any problems you might be having that are impeding your studies.”

– Isabella, from AustraliaBACHELOR OF LAWS/ARTS

It is the people, both students and teachers, who make ANU College of Law a great place to study.

Law Program PrizesOver forty awards are offered at the annual anu College of law Prize Ceremony to students who have achieved outstanding results in their preceding year.

> students.anu.edu.au/graduation/prizes

Discretionary student financial supportthe anu College of law is able to provide a limited amount of financial assistance to support student activities.

> law.anu.edu.au/finance-and-hr-unit/discretionary-student-financial-support

Admission to legal practiceCompleting your anu llB is the first step towards being admitted to practice as a lawyer. you can become fully qualified for practice by completing your Master of Legal Practice (incorporating the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice) at the anu legal workshop. this specialised university-based practical legal training program is designed according to the australian Professional legal Education Council (aPlEC) and law admissions Consultative Committee (laCC) Competency standards for Entry level lawyers.

> law.anu.edu.au/legalworkshop/gdlp

the anu llB is recognised in Malaysia, Brunei, singapore and India, and our graduates frequently gain admission to practice in the united Kingdom and the united states.

Further Study

MastersOn completion of your anu llB, you can further your knowledge by selecting from a range of Masters programs. the College offers graduate coursework programs with innovative and flexible teaching, based on world-class research.

Our coursework programs include Masters of laws in the following areas:

> Environmental law

> Government & regulation

> International law

> International security law

> law, governance and development

> legal practice

The diverse student clubs and societies, along with the friendly atmosphere, makes ANU almost too good to be true. – Ryan, from SingaporeBACHELOR OF LAWS/ARTS

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l I V I n G I n C a n B E R R a

As Australia’s capital, Canberra has plenty on offer. Here, you’ll find a diverse, contemporary and connected city, bringing together the arts, education, culture and more. And with a population of almost 400,000 people, you’ll get the benefits of a big city with the lifestyle only a smaller town can provide.

In addition to The Australian National University’s CBD location, you’re only a short distance from:

> High Court of Australia > Parliament of Australia > National Museum of Australia > National Gallery of Australia > National Arboretum > National Library of Australia > Australian War Memorial > Australian National Botanic Gardens > Questacon

> National Folk Festival > Floriade > Multicultural Festival > International Film Festival > International Music Festival > Kingston Old Bus Depot Market > Fyshwick Fresh Food Market > Belconnen Fresh Food Market > Jamison Trash and Treasure Market