Fundamentals of Criminal Law

Course aim

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the study of criminal law and to understand the scope and limitations of criminal law generally.

Course content

1.Introduction to Criminal Law
Aims and underlying principles.

2. Introduction to Criminal Law Method
Jurisdiction
Fault

3. Specific Offences, including
Homicide
Violence
Driving Offences
Offences of Dishonesty
Sexual Offences and Consent

4. Defences
Self-defence;
Duress;
Necessity
Intoxication
Mental Incompetence

Textbook(s)

1950, There is no prescribed textbook for the course. Students will be provided with detailed lecture notes.

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	3 hours x 10 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Essay, Examination, Take home test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 3)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.