Juris Doctor - Public Law

The Australian National University

This specialisation requires the completion of 24 units, which must consist of:24 units from completion of the following course(s):Studying Public Law will involve you in examining both the process and product of government regulation and the underlying legal structures upon which government is built.This specialisation combines comparative and multi-disciplinary perspectives in examining the design, implementation and effectiveness of regulation in Australia. This enables you to develop a strong understanding of the modern regulatory state and the laws that govern its operation.This specialisation is highly flexible, allowing you to choose courses that are compatible with your current profession or that extend your knowledge in new directions. Whether you are working in private practice, within government or are looking to expand your legal knowledge for a future career – this program offers diversity, flexibility and knowledge suitable for a wide range of students.Learning Outcomesevaluate complex problems, concepts and theories in public law and devise solutions appropriate to the specific context.undertake legal research, legal writing and resolution of complex legal problems with a public law dimension across a range of issues and topics.research and write on the practice or theory of public law including in-depth legal research in the public law field.incorporate social, policy, comparative or interdisciplinary approaches into legal analysis of public law issues.communicate legal, policy and theoretical perspectives of public law legal issues effectively to a range of audiences, both verbally and in writing.

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