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At James Cook University we acknowledge Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of this nation. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which JCU campuses and study centres are located and where we conduct our business. We pay our respects to ancestors and elders, past, present and future. JCU is committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to JCU and society.

This publication is intended as a general guide. Information is correct at the time of printing. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.

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Introduction

Professor Sandra Harding Vice-Chancellor and President

A degree from James Cook University is a qualification of global standing, as our University is consistently ranked among the top four per cent of universities in the world*.

The University’s mission is to focus on issues of importance to Northern Australia and the tropics worldwide. As a result, our students gain an insight into the world’s most dynamic regions, as well as the knowledge and skills required for successful careers anywhere in Australia or internationally.

The quality of our teaching is recognised by the Office of Teaching and Learning, which has awarded our staff 39 national awards for teaching excellence over the past five years.

With a focus on practical experience, you will complete your degree ready for the workforce.

This is a defining factor for employers and, in 2013, we were awarded five stars by the Good Universities Guide for ‘success in getting a job’.

Our campuses in Cairns, Singapore and Townsville continue to grow, with over $200 million invested over the past few years in research and teaching and learning infrastructure. Our student mobility program offers students an opportunity to study for a semester in Singapore, a key business hub for Asia.

This guide is designed to help you learn about the University and our courses. I invite you to explore all that we have to offer.

If you would like any further information, or have any questions, staff at our Student Centre on 1800 246 446 will be more than happy to assist.

* Academic Ranking of World Universities

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James Cook UniversityEducation for a confident future

James Cook University (JCU) offers students an outstanding education.

The Academic Ranking of World Universities positions JCU as a leading academic and research institution. JCU is placed in the top four per cent of more than 14,000 universities in the world. Among Asian and Pacific universities, JCU ranks in the top 100.

Like all the best universities, JCU has a five-star rating from the Good Universities Guide for graduate employment.

The University’s focus is to create a brighter future for life in the Tropics through graduates and discoveries that make a difference.

JCU’s main campuses are in the heart of the Tropics – Cairns, Singapore and Townsville.

Australian students are able to study for a semester in Singapore, the thriving business hub of South-East Asia.

Study centres are located in Mackay, Mount Isa, Thursday Island, Atherton and Malanda, and there is a campus in Brisbane operated by Russo Higher Education.

JCU offers a comprehensive range of courses, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, nursing, allied health, science, engineering, law, business, IT, multimedia journalism, education, creative arts, arts, languages and the social sciences. Many courses include tropical and global perspectives.

The world of the Tropics is attracting increasing global focus. And no wonder. The Tropics is home to more than 40 per cent of the earth’s population, and some 80 per cent of all species. The world’s Tropical zone is a powerhouse of promise, with economies in Tropical regions growing at a faster rate than the rest of the world.

The Australian campuses are located near the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the rainforests of the Wet Tropics region. This unique environment attracts students from around the world.

The University values Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures. JCU is proud to have a higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students than many other universities.

Graduates are equipped with internationally recognised qualifications, leadership skills and self-reliance, and make valuable contributions to their professional fields, and to local and global communities.

The University’s namesake is Captain James Cook (1728-1779) the navigator and explorer. Students are encouraged to find inspiration in his legacy and to take up a personal challenge of exploration and discovery.

An exceptional reputationTop 4% of UniversiTies in The world

• The Academic Rankings of World Universities has placed JCU in the top four per cent of universities around the world. www.shanghairanking.com

research acTiviTies

• The University was rated by the Australian Government as performing ‘Well Above World Standard’ in the research areas of Environmental Science and Management, Ecological Applications and Medical Microbiology. www.arc.gov.au/era

Teaching awards

• JCU academics have been recognised with 39 national awards for teaching excellence in the past five years by the Office for Teaching and Learning.

YoUr fUTUre sUccess

• JCU has consistently been awarded five stars in the Good Universities Guide for ‘Success in Getting a job’. www.hobsonscoursefinder.com.au

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Study a Bachelor of Laws at JCU, follow your passion, and choose a specialty in Criminal, Property, Taxation, Corporate, Environmental, Business and Commercial or Family Law.

JCU lecturers are both experienced teachers and practising law professionals. Learn to be multi-skilled, versatile and ethical, gaining a strong knowledge of the rule of law and the role of law in social, economic, environmental and political contexts. Students learn how to deal innovatively with the complexities of local and global legal issues.

The JCU Law program provides a solid foundation in traditional law subjects, as well as a variety of interesting and relevant electives, providing the edge required to practise law in government, business or community sectors, at a local, state, national or international level. Engage in real-world legal practice, as each subject has a focus on the authentic tasks of legal practice.

Core subjects of the 4-year Law program deliver a foundation in Public Law, Private Law and community practice. In the final years, students choose electives from a variety of subjects that best reflect their interests and career aspirations. As an accredited professional degree, a JCU Law degree is the first step to admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland or elsewhere in Australia.

During your study, take up the opportunity to join JCU’s Law Student Associations on the Cairns and Townsville campuses. Membership will introduce you to a whole new fund of knowledge, and a network of friends and professional acquaintances to help and support you during your studies and future career. The associations encourage and organise a variety of social events and intellectual activities, including an annual ball and the Mayo Lecture Series.

What you will experienceThe academic team understands your goal is a degree and future career in law. This goal requires a high level of commitment and dedication and our team will support you in this challenging and rewarding course of study. The JCU Law program is designed to deliver the benefits of an intimate, flexible and connected learning environment, and to maximise the opportunity for contact with academic staff. You are encouraged to combine your studies with face-to-face and online discussions of your work with fellow students and academic staff.

JCU Law academics are committed professionals who regularly give their time and expertise to help community organisations in the region. They provide support and encouragement for you to do the same. Getting involved in community events and organisations is a great way to put into practice the skills you are developing in your studies.

The University regularly provides opportunities for students to engage with members of the profession – solicitors, barristers and the judiciary – and to undertake placements with legal practices and participate in moot courts and law debates.

A practical edgeAs a student of Law, you can take advantage of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at JCU. This learning style gives you the opportunity to participate in practical and real-life learning activities that introduce fundamental elements of Law.

It is a great opportunity to gain valuable skills, establish professional relationships and develop a realistic view of how the legal system operates.

Joint degreesAdd to your expertise and employability by enrolling in a joint degree, resulting in two qualifications acquired over a slightly longer period of time than the completion of a single degree.

JCU’s Bachelor of Laws can be combined with:

• Bachelor of Arts (5-year duration)

• Bachelor of Business (5-year duration)

• One of many Bachelor of Science majors (5-year duration).

Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student supportThe University employs full-time Indigenous Support Officers (ISSOs) to assist Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with academic, financial and mentoring support. Scholarships and bursaries are available. Other resources include the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS) and the national Indigenous Cadetship Scheme (ICS), providing supplementary wages and work experience.

Visit: www.jcu.edu.au/austindigenousinfo

Study overseas As a JCU Law student, you may be eligible to study overaseas with one of more than 30 JCU exchange partner universities around the world. You can study subjects relevant to your course while overseas, and receive credits towards your JCU degree when you return home. Participation in the Student Exchange program is subject to approval.

To learn more, email <[email protected]> or visit: www.jcu.edu.au/studentexchange

Study Law

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Add value to your degree JCU Professional College provides activities and workshops that will give you extra skills in leadership, community engagement, and cultural competency – skills sought after by potential employers. These programs are outside your degree studies but the extra effort will provide you with a valuable edge.

Visit: www.jcu.edu.au/procollege

Career opportunitiesJCU Law graduates are highly valued by the profession in our region, across Australia and overseas, and your JCU lecturers and the JCU Careers Service support you in managing your career path.

You will be armed with all the tools and skills needed to achieve your career goals, including career fairs, networking with employers, help with job application preparation and rehearsals for interviews. Enhance your career opportunities by including non-compulsory programs offered by JCU’s Professional College, giving you leadership and multi-cultural community engagement skills.

You will find JCU graduates working around Australia and internationally in many exciting career areas.

BarrisTers or soliciTors

Barristers and solicitors practise in all areas of law. JCU’s Bachelor of Laws is an accredited qualification for admission to practise law in Australia, and the University offers bridging subjects for overseas graduates seeking admission to practise in Queensland.

governmenT

Many local, state and federal government departments employ graduate legal practitioners, including the Attorney General’s Department, Australian Taxation Office, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority, Legal Aid Offices, Crown Law, Director of Public Prosecutions and the Department of Defence, as well as many local councils and government-owned corporations.

commUniTY secTor

Legal practitioners are important to local, state, interstate and internationally, community organisations, including consumer protection agencies, human rights organisations, Indigenous representative bodies and community legal centres.

BUsiness and commercial law

Most business and commercial lawyers work in private practice as solicitors or barristers or practise as in-house counsel in larger corporations. Many companies and firms – regionally, nationally and internationally – employ law graduates in finance and securities, insolvency, corporations, mining and energy, tax and estate planning.

environmenTal law

Environmental lawyers practise in the areas of planning and environment, acting for local authorities, developers, or advocates opposing proposed development. Private practitioners are known to provide services pro bono to assist in public-interest cases. Not-for-profit community organisations, such as the Environmental

Defender’s Office, seek out graduates with knowledge in this field.

properTY law

JCU law graduates are found in positions in private practice, specialising in conveyance, leasing, mortgages and securities, and estate planning.

criminal law

Criminal lawyers practise as solicitors and barristers in both government and private practice. Government departments and agencies such as Legal Aid and the Director of Public Prosecutions employ graduates with practical skills and knowledge of criminal law.

TaxaTion law, corporaTe law, Bank-rUpTcY and insolvencY

Each of these fields works closely with the accounting profession. JCU law graduates find positions in private accounting firms and law firms, as well as in the public sector – for example, the Australian Taxation Office, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and equivalent state and territory departments.

familY law

JCU graduates work as family lawyers in private practice and with community legal services, as either solicitors or barristers.

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Roxanne HartStudying Bachelor of Laws

Studying Law at JCU provided me with invaluable experiences, including work in a local law firm in the beginning of my second year. By mid-year, I was a permanent employee, and many of my fellow students had similar opportunities. In speaking with other law students, I found this opportunity to be uncommon among those studying at big city universities.

One of my degree highlights has been undertaking a native title internship at the North Queensland Land Council. I also completed a subject in environmental law and policy, which was fantastic, as its focus was legal issues associated with local tropical environments such as the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef.

After my degree I hope to be a Judge’s Associate, and then focus on a career in Corporate Law.


Law

Course overviewThe Bachelor of Laws (LLB) focusses strongly on learning outcomes that have professional relevance and practical application. The course is designed to challenge students, exposing them to contemporary issues, the latest research and new ideas across diverse areas of the practice and application of law.

Students gain an appreciation of the role of law in social, economic, environmental and political sustainability contexts, and of the significance of the law in ensuring stable government, economic prosperity, and the protection and preservation of individual and cultural rights and the environment.

The First Year Experience program ensures support and mentoring within the context of a suite of introductory Law subjects. These provide students with immersion in foundation legal skills.

Course highlightsJCU’s Law program is particularly proud of its community links and the strong support received from the legal profession and judiciary of northern Queensland – especially in its taught program. These links provide an authentic learning environment for Law students.

The Bachelor of Law’s classes and workshops involve judges and senior academics along with local law firms, government agencies, local community organisations and the local bar. These enable our students to gain advanced legal skills and to network with the profession. Practising legal professionals teach and tutor regularly, providing you with direct access to contemporary standards of practice.

Professional recognitionThis course is an approved qualification for admission to practise law in Queensland. Further information on the formal requirements for admission to practise law is available from the Queensland Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

Career opportunitiesJames Cook University Law graduates are highly valued by the profession in our region, across Australia and overseas. Opportunities for employment of JCU law graduates exist in a wide variety of areas. See the ‘Career opportunities’ section on page five for more information.

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

campUs: Cairns; Townsville

mode: on campus; full time or part time

dUraTion: 4 years full time

prereqUisiTes: English

mid-Year enTrY: Yes

qTac codes: Cairns 321061; Townsville 311061

Course structure*

level 1Students engage in the culture and discipline of the law and develop skills, knowledge and confidence in the study of law. Legal Institutions & Processes Legal Research, Writing & Analysis Contract Law 1 Law Society & Change Legal Concepts Contract Law 2 Plus choose two non-Law electives from any Level-1 subjects

level 2Students develop their foundation skills in a challenging program of core law subjects. Land Law 1 Principles of Criminal Law A Torts A – Specific Torts Land Law 2 Principles of Criminal Law B Torts B – NegligencePlus choose two law or non-Law electives

level 3Going deeper into public law and aspects of private law, and building on foundation knowledge from both Level-1 and Level-2 subjects, students refine their legal skills at this next level of study. Evidence Administrative Law Commercial & Personal Property Law Principles of Equity Law of Trusts Constitutional Law Company & Partnership Law Plus choose one law elective from any Level-4 Law subject*Course structure information is included as an indicator of course content only and is subject to change.

level 4Students select eight law electives from the range of subjects offered in the Bachelor of Laws (see the Elective Pathways section on page 14). At least one of these electives must be chosen from the list of Work Integrated learning (WIL) subjects offered each year.

honoUrsThe Honours Program in the School of Law provides the necessary research opportunities and experience for those students who aim to progress to higher research degrees, or who seek to enhance their research skills. Entry to the Honours program is restricted to students with an OGPA of 5 and above, and is by invitation only.

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Law (Graduate Entry)

Course overviewThis program is available to existing degree holders who wish to gain an additional qualification in Law. The Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) offers an accredited degree that both challenges and exposes students to contemporary issues, the latest research, and new ideas in the varying fields of law.

The course provides students with a solid foundation in traditional law subjects, along with subjects from a varied elective program. The degree encourages students to develop independent thought and critical analysis of legal issues, as well as an interest in law reform and an understanding of community legal problems.

Course highlightsLaw graduates benefit from a practical approach and an understanding of the complexities of modern society. The reduced timeframe means students enrolled in this program are typically able to complete the core content required in three years of full time study instead of four.

Professional recognitionThis course is an approved qualification for admission-to-practise law in Queensland. Further information on admission to practice is available from the Queensland Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

Career opportunitiesJames Cook University Law graduates are highly valued by the profession in our region, across Australia and overseas. Opportunities for employment of JCU Law graduates exist in a wide variety of areas. See the ‘Career opportunities’ section on page 5 for more information.

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)




prereqUisiTes: an approved Bachelor degree

mid-Year enTrY: Yes


Course structure*

level 1Legal Institutions & Processes Legal Research, Writing & Analysis Contract Law 1 Torts A – Specific Torts Law Society & Change Legal Concepts Contract Law 2 Torts B – Negligence

level 2Land Law 1 Land Law 2 Principles of Criminal Law A Principles of Criminal Law B Principles of Equity Law of Trusts Constitutional Law Company & Partnership Law

level 3Evidence Administrative Law Commercial & Personal Property LawPlus five Law electives from the range of subjects offered in the Bachelor of Laws. This offers students the opportunity to cap their degree, completing the requirements for admission to practice, and drawing together the threads of their learning in the law through focussing on an area of particular interest. At least one of these electives must be chosen from the list of Work Integrated learning (WIL) subjects offered each year.

*Course structure information is included as an indicator of course content only and is subject to change.



Alan BirrellStudying Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

I want to combine an established career in the IT industry and an MBA, with Law study to provide me expertise in technology law.

I recognised that new technologies influence just about every aspect of our lives. Combining my substantial experience across the industry, including software development, cloud computing and e-commerce, with Law, gives me the exact career formula for what I want to achieve.

Fortunately JCU offers a graduate-level entry, 3-year degree in Law.

I really like JCU’s smaller size classes. They offer better interpersonal experience, and local industry professionals attached to the university provide great networking opportunities.

I intend to present an Honours dissertation addressing challenges facing the law and the legal profession by technological advancement.

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Townsville is my hometown; so choosing to study at JCU meant that I could have the support of my family and close friends every step of the way. There’s a wonderful tightknit community at JCU and plenty of opportunities for extra-curricular activities.

I was interested in History and Politics, and with consideration for future employment, I chose to combine these areas of study with Law. It has given me a versatile skill set and really broadened my options.

I was selected to represent the University on the Global Voices youth delegation to the World Trade Organisation Public Forum in Geneva. Besides being a great opportunity to learn about international trade policy, it definitely has been a highlight of my studies.

At graduation I will have a qualification, and the knowledge and experience to take me anywhere in the world.

Molly MahlouzaridesStudying Bachelor of Laws-Bachelor of Arts (Politics and International Relations)


Arts & Law

Course overviewThe joint Bachelor of Arts-Bachelor of Laws allows you to gain expertise in a discipline complementary to Law in a reduced timeframe. Joint degrees are strongly supported in the legal profession. This joint degree gives you enhanced expertise and other specialist and personal skills in, for example, languages, communication, history or politics.

Course highlightsThe Bachelor of Arts offers more than 20 majors across the arts and social sciences including Anthropology, Archaeology, Screen Studies, English, Criminology, Environmental Studies, Geography, History, Human Services, Indigenous Australian Studies, Languages (French, German and Japanese), Political Science, Psychology, Media and Writing, and Sociology.

Choosing a major can help to open up employment opportunities in specialist areas. As a Bachelor of Arts-Bachelor of Laws student, you will gain a solid knowledge of the law juxtaposed with an insight into the history, politics and culture of Australia and other nations, along with an understanding of contemporary issues facing our society.

The Arts-Law degree will equip you with excellent communication, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the use of modern communication technologies – all highly valued by employers.

The Law program at James Cook University also allows students to explore their interest in a variety of fields of Law through a stimulating Law elective program. Electives are relevant to students seeking a variety of specialisations in their studies. This approach to teaching electives provides students with a contemporary approach to the learning and practice of Law.

Professional recognitionBachelor of Laws – This program is an approved qualification for admission to practise law in Queensland. Further information on the formal requirements for admission to practise law is available from the Queensland Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

Bachelor of Arts – There are a range of professional memberships available to graduates depending on their Arts major.

Career opportunitiesArts-Laws graduates work in private practice, corporations, government and non-government agencies, the arts, public policy, business, and as private consultants in a wide variety of areas. Employment options will depend on the particular Arts major selected and, in addition to careers as lawyers, graduates can also pursue careers as politicians, political advisors, teachers, public relations officers, managers, advertising executives and journalists, through to practising psychologists or archaeologists.

Bachelor of Arts-Bachelor of Laws





mid-Year enTrY: Yes


* Campus availability of Arts majors varies. Visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses

Course structure*

level 1Level 1 of the Bachelor of Laws component of the joint degree is designed to engage students in the culture and discipline of the law. This is done through a suite of introductory subjects aligned to maximise the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in the study of law.Legal Institutions & Processes Legal Research, Writing & Analysis Law Society & Change Legal Concepts Plus choose four Level-1 subjects from the Bachelor of Arts

level 2Contract Law 1 Contract Law 2 Torts A – Specific Torts Torts B – Negligence Plus choose four Level-2 subjects from the Bachelor of Arts

level 3Land Law 1 Land Law 2 Principles of Criminal Law A Principles of Criminal Law B Plus choose four Level-3 subjects from the Bachelor of Arts

level 4Evidence Administrative Law Commercial & Personal Property Law Principles of Equity Law of Trusts Constitutional Law Company & Partnership Law Plus choose one law elective from Level-4 Law subjects

level 5In the fifth year of the combined degree, students select eight law electives from the range of subjects offered in the Bachelor of Laws. This allows students the opportunity to cap their degree, complete the requirements for admission, and draw together the threads of their learning in the law, through focussing on an area of particular interest. At least one of these electives must be chosen from the list of Work Integrated learning (WIL) subjects offered each year. *Course structure information is included as an indicator of course content only and is subject to change.

honoUrs

The Honours Program in the School of Law provides the necessary research opportunities and experience for those students who aim to progress to higher research degrees, or who seek to enhance their research skills. Entry to the Honours program is restricted to students with an OGPA of 5 and above, and is by invitation only.

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Business & Law

Course overviewThe joint Bachelor of Business-Bachelor of Laws allows you to undertake and complete two complementary degrees in a reduced timeframe. All Law subjects required for admission to practice are covered and, in addition to their business subjects, students can choose from a broad range of Law electives in their final year. Combined with the choice of a specialised business major concentrating on a particular area, this is a highly-valued joint degree sought after by many employers, and is the basis of many high-profile occupations.

This joint degree gives you business expertise, plus the legal qualifications required to practise Law. A great synergy exists between the content of the two underlying degrees and it is a popular choice, proven to provide great career outcomes. Depending on your business major, you will have the expertise to obtain employment in a myriad of business and/or law related positions.

Course highlightsThe Bachelor of Laws (LLB) component develops both legal thinking and practical legal skills to produce graduates who are career ready. The highly-regarded First Year Experience program provides a transition into university study and the study of law, while the Law programs elective subjects provide the opportunity to focus on a field of particular interest. Throughout the degree, subjects are designed with a focus on authentic scenarios and the development of skills relevant to a career in the law, creating an ideal environment in which to develop a real feel for practice.

In the Business program, there are ten majors from which to choose. Depending on your desired career path and whether you study in Townsville or Cairns, your choices include Accounting, Economics (Townsville), Financial Management (Townsville), Human Resources Management, Management, Marketing, Sports and Events Management (Townsville), Health Management (Townsville), Banking and Finance (External) and Hospitality and Tourism Management (External).

Professional recognition and accreditationThe Law component of this course is an approved qualification for admission to practise Law in Queensland. Students completing the Bachelor of Business (Accounting) component may also be eligible to apply for membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and CPA Australia. Depending on their Business major, graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of organisations including the Australian Institute of Management, the Australian Human Resources Institute and the Australian Marketing Institute. Further information on the formal requirements for admission to practise law is available from the Queensland Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

Career opportunitiesCorporations, private professional practices and government departments greatly value Business-Law graduates because of the complementary skills and detailed commercial knowledge acquired in both disciplines. A detailed knowledge of the law and the ability to apply analytical business skills contribute to successful graduate outcomes. Graduates work in a range of areas within the private or public sector and are particularly valued in business, industry and the broader legal and accounting professions. Graduates may work as solicitors, barristers and accountants, or forge careers in corporations, government and non-government agencies in a wide variety of roles.

Bachelor of Business*-Bachelor of Laws




prereqUisiTes: English (Maths B desirable)

mid-Year enTrY: Yes


* Campus availability of Business majors varies. Visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses

Course structure*

level 1 – The firsT Year experienceLegal Institutions & Processes Legal Research, Writing & Analysis Law, Society & Change Legal Concepts Accounting for Decision Making Economics for Sustainable Business Business, Environment & Society in the Tropics Business Data Analysis & Interpretation

level 2Contract Law 1 Contract Law 2 Torts A – Specific Torts Torts B – Negligence Managing Consumer MarketsPlus three Level-2 subjects from chosen Bachelor of Business major

level 3Principles of Criminal Law APrinciples of Criminal Law BLand Law 1Land Law 2Plus one Level-2 subject from chosen Bachelor of Business majorPlus three Level-3 subjects from chosen Bachelor of Business major

level 4Principles of EquityLaw of TrustsConstitutional LawAdministrative LawCommercial & Personal Property LawEvidencePlus one Level-3 subject from chosen Bachelor of Business majorPlus one Work Integrated Learning (WIL) subject from the Bachelor of Business choice of WIL subjects

level 5Company & Partnership LawPlus seven Level-4 Law electives. At least one of these electives must be chosen from the list of Work Integrated learning (WIL) subjects offered each year.


*Course structure information is included as an indicator of course content only and is subject to change. The course structure provided is for all Bachelor of Business majors other than the Accounting major.


Science & Law

Course overviewThe joint Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Laws provides students with detailed knowledge in two highly complementary areas of study. This course emphasises the specialist skills needed to observe, experiment and seek new knowledge in the sciences, combined with a strong knowledge of Australian law.

Students have the option either to enter the multidisciplinary science major, or select a major from the comprehensive list of study areas (majors) available. Students can select careers and apply scientific knowledge to a law setting, or apply their knowledge of the law into the scientific arena.

Course highlightsScience-Law students benefit from highly-qualified teaching staff, many of whom are leading researchers in their field. Within the Law component, students are able to gain practical legal skills through the Law program’s association with local law firms and community legal centres. The science component of this course offers exceptional opportunities for practical experience and field trips into the World Heritage regions of the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics rainforests. Island, rainforest and outback research stations, research vessels and excellent on-campus laboratory and IT resources facilitate practical learning.

The involvement of staff and facilities from government agencies, industry and research organisations such as CSIRO, and the Australian Institute of Marine Science in the Science program ensures content is cutting edge, current and relevant.

The Law program at JCU also allows students to explore their interests in a variety of fields of law through a stimulating elective program. Some electives will be relevant to students seeking a variety of pathways in their studies. This approach provides students with a valuable entry to the learning and practice of law.

Professional recognitionThe Bachelor of Laws component of this course is an approved qualification for admission to practise law in Queensland. Further information on the formal requirements for admission to practise law is available from the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

Career opportunitiesScience-Law graduates develop a valuable set of skills and knowledge. In contemporary society, science and law form an integral part of commerce, industry, government, the way we manage resources, and even culture. Graduates can work in private practice, corporations, government and non-government agencies, or as consultants. Depending on your particular specialisation in Science, you may be qualified to deal with environmental issues (both legal and scientific concerns), ethical dilemmas arising from genetic modifications, or even intellectual property concerns that may arise through research and development of new technologies or discoveries.

You will have a strong knowledge and understanding of legal principles and how to apply these to the scientific world. Your career prospects will be considerably enhanced by this joint degree.

Bachelor of Science*-Bachelor of Laws




prereqUisiTes: English; Maths B; Chemistry

mid-Year enTrY: Yes


* All Bachelor of Science standard majors available, excluding Physics and the general science program. And campus availability of majors varies. Visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses

Course structure*

level 1 – The firsT Year experienceThe first year of the Bachelor of Laws component of the joint degree is designed to engage students in the culture and discipline of the law through a suite of introductory subjects aligned to maximise the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in the study of law.Legal Institutions & Processes Legal Research, Writing & Analysis Law, Society & Change Legal ConceptsPlus four Level-1 subjects in accordance with the Science major

level 2Contract Law 1 & 2 Torts A – Specific Torts Torts B – Negligence Plus choose one Level-1 subject and three Level-2 subjects from the Bachelor of Science

level 3Principles of Criminal Law A & B Land Law 1Land Law 2Plus choose two Level-2 subjects and two Level-3 subjects from the Bachelor of Science

level 4Commercial & Personal Property LawPrinciples of EquityLaw of TrustsConstitutional LawCompany & Partnership LawPlus choose two Level-3 subjects from the Bachelor of Science and one subject from the Bachelor of Laws Elective Pathways program on page 14)

level 5EvidenceAdministrative LawEnvironmental LawPlus choose four Level-4 elective subjects from the Bachelor of Laws Elective Pathways program (page 14) – of which at least one must be chosen from the list of Work Integrated learning (WIL) subjects offered by the School of Law each year, and two Level-3 subjects from the Bachelor of Science.


honoUrs

The Honours Program in the School of Law provides the necessary research opportunities and experience for those students who aim to progress to higher research degrees, or who seek to enhance their research skills. Entry to the Honours program is restricted to students with an OGPA of 5 and above, and is by invitation only.

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Law elective pathwaysTailor your degree

Tropical focUs

JCU prides itself on its tropical focus. The following electives have a relevance to practising law in the tropics:

• Alternative Dispute Resolution• Clinical Legal Studies• Comparative Law• Competition Mooting• Conflicts of Law• Environmental Law• Human Rights Law• Indigenous People & Law in Australia• Law of the Sea• Legal Placement• Maritime Law• Mining Law• Multi-disciplinary Project• Native Title Law & Policy• Public International Law• Research Dissertation.

commercial law

Electives with a commercial focus include:

• Advanced Company Law • Advanced Commercial Law• Alternative Dispute Resolution• Bankruptcy & Insolvency• Civil Procedure• Competition Mooting• Conflicts of Law• Conveyancing & Drafting• Employment, Workplace & Industrial Relations Law• Family Law• Legal Placement• Law of Corporate Investigations• Law of the Sea• Maritime Law• Mining Law• Multi-disciplinary Project• Native Title Law & Policy• Research Dissertation• Succession• Taxation Law & Advanced Taxation Law.

pUBlic lawElectives with a public law focus include:• Advocacy & Criminal Sentencing• Advanced Criminal Law• Alternative Dispute Resolution• Clinical Legal Studies• Competition Mooting• Comparative Law• Employment, Workplace & Industrial Relations Law• Environmental Law• Family Law• Human Rights Law• Indigenous People & Law in Australia• Jurisprudence• Law in Greater China• Law of the Sea• Legal Placement• Medical Jurisprudence• Native Title Law & Policy• Public International Law• Research Dissertation.

legal skills

The following electives develop valuable skills that are highly sought after in the marketplace:

• Advocacy & Criminal Sentencing• Alternative Dispute Resolution• Civil Procedure• Clinical Legal Studies• Competition Mooting• Conveyancing & Drafting• Legal Placement• Multi-disciplinary Project• Research Dissertation.

inTernaTional focUs

The following electives introduce different legal systems and ways of thinking about law:

• Comparative Law• Conflicts of Law• Human Rights Law• Jurisprudence• Law of the Sea• Maritime Law• Public International Law• Research Dissertation.


Criminology

What is Criminology?Criminology is a field of social science that focusses on the causes of crime, crime prevention and the systems of social control, as well as the treatment, rehabilitation and punishment of criminals.

Course overviewThis degree was developed in consultation with community organisations, Queensland Police Service, Corrective Services, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Department of Communities, Education Queensland and local councils.

It combines the study of Sociology, Social Work, Law, Anthropology, Indigenous Affairs and Psychology. Graduates are prepared for work in a variety of roles in criminal justice and community-based agencies concerned with social justice.

Course highlightsStudents complete a group research project in Level 3 (third year), in conjunction with Townsville and Cairns agencies.

Professional recognitionGraduates can join the Australian Institute of Criminology.

Career opportunitiesCriminology graduates can pursue careers with a variety of organisations including police services (federal and state), correctional services departments (for example, as parole officers), correctional facilities, juvenile justice organisations, justice departments, communities departments, and community organisations.

The skills acquired in this course are valued by a broad range of employers who seek graduates with critical thinking, analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Bachelor of Arts (Criminology)

campUs: Townsville




mid-Year enTrY: Yes

qTac code: 311031

Course structure*

level 1Time, Truth & the Human Condition Our Space: Networks, Narrative & the Making of PlacePlus one subject from: Australian People: An Introduction to the Social Sciences Or any Indigenous Australian Studies Level-1, -2 or -3 subject

level 2Arts EdgePlus Primary major subjects: Perspectives on Criminology Youth Deviance Advanced Criminological Research Design Advanced Criminological Research Practice Crime Prevention & Community Safety Green Criminology

second major & elecTivesAll students are encouraged to select a second major. This may still enable additional elective subjects to be chosen.

honoUrsAn Honours program is available for those students who demonstrate high academic performance. Honours consists of an extra year of study and the development of a personal research project and thesis.

joinT degree opporTUniTiesJoint degrees give students expertise in a complementary discipline in a reduced time and can enhance career prospects. At JCU this degree can be combined with Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Science.


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Diane RuhlBachelor of Laws (Honours)

My study at JCU was the genesis of a rewarding career in the legal profession. Currently, I am a Senior Associate specialising in Family Law with BCK Lawyers in Townsville. I am also a sessional lecturer at the University, and the Vice President of the North Queensland Law Association.

I transferred to JCU after studying for a year in Brisbane and found the personal level of assistance inspiring. I am from Mackay, and the tropical campus felt like home.

JCU in collaboration with the Townsville Community Legal Service (TCLS) offered a practical subject, in which students attended TCLS and helped lawyers work on files and interview clients. I found this experience very valuable in gaining employment after graduation.

As a sitting member of the Townsville AFL Tribunal and a volunteer at the Townsville Community and Legal Service and Homeless Persons Legal Clinic, I have managed to extend my legal work into rewarding community service.

In 2011 I was surprised yet honoured to be named Queensland Emergent Women Lawyer of the year. This award was a result of my excellent education at JCU, a lot of hard work in my practice and my willingness to dedicate time to serve the legal concerns and needs of women.


Alternative Entry Pathways

James Cook University has a commitment to make university education accessible and achievable for a wider range of people in our region. If it has been a while since you finished school, or if you do not have the academic entry requirements for the course you want to study, there are other entry options available to you. Below is a brief overview of some of the alternative entry pathways available at JCU.

Bridging subjects Many degrees in science and health have prerequisites in addition to Year 12 English. If you do not have these prerequisites, you may be able to complete a bridging subject in chemistry or mathematics as intensive subjects over the summer vacation. Contact the Student Centre on 1800 246 446 for information.

Upgrading options If you do not receive the OP/Rank required for your preferred course, there are other options to improve your OP/Rank. For example, complete study in another degree or diploma course, or complete a TAFE course. Contact the JCU Student Centre on 1800 246 446 to discuss strategies to help you upgrade your Rank.

Tertiary Access Course (TAC)TAC is a short (six months full time or 12 months part time) preparatory course for students who have not completed high school, or who do not have the academic entry requirements to enrol in some undergraduate courses at JCU. It is free for eligible applicants and provides the skills and confidence to enter into many JCU degrees. For more information, visit www.jcu.edu.au/apply/pathways

Diploma courses at JCUThe Diploma of Higher Education is a 1-year introductory course (two years part-time) designed to provide students with a supported pathway to higher education success. This course is for students who do not qualify for entry into a bachelor degree, or for those seeking additional support and preparation before moving into bachelor degree study. Students can study a mix of introductory and Level-1 (first year) subjects in the following study streams: • Business Studies• Engineering and Applied Sciences• General Studies (details included in next column)• Health • Information Technology • Science• Society and Culture.

On successful completion of the diploma, students can graduate with the diploma qualification and then apply for entry into a degree course at JCU. Students transferring into a degree course may receive advanced standing for successfully completed subjects.

Alternative entry with QTACThe Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) also take into account any work experience and other qualifications you may have gained since school, so it’s important to list these on your QTAC application and provide supporting documentation. You can also sit the Personal Competencies Assessment and/or Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with QTAC to improve your rank. Visit the QTAC website here: www.qtac.edu.au/Applying-NonYear12/AlternativeEntry.html

Diploma of Higher Education (General Studies)



dUraTion: 1 year full time

prereqUisiTes: English language literacy

mid-Year enTrY: Yes


Course overviewThe General Studies stream allows students to study subjects across all the diploma study streams. Successful completion of the Diploma allows entry into a wide range of degree programs along with advanced standing (credit) for some subjects successfully completed.

To enter this pathway program, applicants need to demonstrate they have the English language proficiency required to complete the course.

For further information, contact the Student Centre, Freecall (from within Australia) 1800 246 446 or email <[email protected]>

Course structure*

core subjectsDeveloping Academic SkillsLearning in a Digital Environment

stream electivesChoose from any stream electives within the other Diploma of Higher Education majors

optional electivesIntroductory University MathematicsIntroductory University ScienceEffective Writing


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AccommodationDeciding where to live

Your accommodation options while studying at JCU, will depend on availability, your budget and your individual preferences. Townsville and Cairns are large regional cities with a range of housing options for students.

JCU also facilitates accommodation for students who are on clinical placement as part of their Health Sciences degree at our study centres across northern Queensland.

Start looking ASAPThe JCU Accommodation Support Service facilitates the online application process for on-campus living in the colleges and halls on the Townsville campus. Competition is strong for this type of accommodation so it is best to submit your application and pay your registration fee early. You may wish to contact the colleges and halls directly and discuss their facilities first.

For accommodation options off campus, the Accommodation Support Service maintains a web database of private rental and share accommodation in houses, units, granny flats, full board and caretaker arrangements in both Cairns and Townsville.

Search these options and contact the accommodation provider directly via the Off-Campus Accommodation link at: www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

Making a decisionHere are some things to think about when you are deciding where to live:

• Do you want to live with other students?

• Do you want to live on or off campus?

• If you want to live on campus, have you registered your interest as early as possible to avoid disappointment?

• Do you want to cook your own meals or have someone else cook for you?

• How much do the different housing options cost? What’s your budget?

• Do you want to walk to university?

What does it cost? Student halls and colleges on the Townsville campus offer full board, single room and share options, with a range of prices. An average price per week for a student room in a hall or college with full board (all meals provided) can range from $280 to $400. Rental and share accommodation in Cairns and Townsville can cost anywhere from $120 per week for a room in a share apartment or house.

Help with costsIf you have to move away from home to study and are from a disadvantaged background, Commonwealth Government Scholarships can assist with relocation and accommodation costs. For more information, visit: www.jcu.edu.au/scholarships

Homestay with a familyStaying with a local family in their home is another option that suits some students. There are also options for short-term housing arrangements. Visit the ‘homestay’ link on the JCU Accommodation website.

Cairns campusoff-campUs accommodaTion

Cairns is an internationally recognised premier tourist destination. There are many commercial accommodation providers offering short- and long-term accommodation, as well as share house and homestay options. To check options, visit our Accommodation website.

Our two preferred off-campus options are within 400 metres of campus, making it an easy walk to uni.

cairns student lodgeFully-catered accommodation for 225 students. (07) 4057 1111, <[email protected]>www.studentlodge.com.au

The Beaches Luxury apartments: www.the-beaches.com.au

share hoUse/privaTe renTal accommo-daTion

If you think you would like to live in a share house, we recommend you contact Cairns Sharehouse, a private business that professionally manages share facilities for students in houses, units and apartments around Cairns. (07) 4041 1875 <[email protected]>www.cairns-sharehouse.com

Singapore campusesOn arrival in Singapore, most students choose to stay in an off-campus student hostel. A student hostel provides a good level of accommodation at a reasonable cost, and gives students the time they need to make a well-informed decision on long-term accommodation.

<[email protected]> www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation

Townsville campusliving on campUs

Approximately 1,475 students live in student halls and colleges on campus. Most colleges offer full-board accommodation, providing three meals a day. Some have self-catering options.

Student halls and colleges provide:

• A single study/bedroom furnished with bed, desk, chair, bookshelves, wardrobe and phone connection

• Internet access and email address.

Additional facilities may include computer rooms, televisions, laundry, sport and recreation resources, and tutorial support.

The halls and colleges are listed herein and you can contact them directly or visit the Accommodation Service website for links.

residenTial colleges

There are three colleges on the JCU Townsville campus. Most colleges offer full board, with three meals a day. There are single room and share options, with a range of prices.

Colleges are:• Saints Catholic College

www.cathcollegesjcu.edu.au <[email protected]>

• St Mark’s College www.stmarks.jcu.edu.au <[email protected]>

• The John Flynn College www.johnflynn.org <[email protected]>.

halls of residence

There are four non-denominational, on-campus halls housing 770 students. Options include full board and self-catering, single- and twin-share rooms and townhouses. Some wheelchair accessible self-catering units are available.• University Hall• George Roberts Hall• Western Courts• Rotary International House.

Enquire via www.jcu.edu.au/jcuhalls

Further informationJCU Accommodation Support Service(07) 4781 4148+61 7 4781 4148<[email protected]>www.jcu.edu.au/accommodation


BACHELOR DEGREE Prerequisite subjects Years(full time)

Campuses and QTAC codes Mid-Year entry

OP/RANK Page ref Cairns Townsville

ARTS (Criminology) English 3 - 311031 yes 19/60 19

LAws English 4 321061 311061 yes 15/67 11

LAws (Graduate entry) Bachelor degree 3 322161 312161 yes prior study/74

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JOINT BACHELOR DEGREES Prerequisite subjects Years (full time)

Campuses and QTAC codes Mid-year entry

OP/RANK Page refCairns Townsville

Arts*-LAws English 5 321061 311061 yes 15/68 15

BusiNEss*-LAws English (Maths B desirable) 5 321061 311061 yes 15/68 16

BusiNEss (AccouNtiNg)-LAws English (Maths B desirable) 5 321061 311061 yes 15/68 16

sciENcE*†-LAws English, Maths B, Chemistry 5 321061 311061 depends on Science major

15/68 17

Please note, campus availability for joint degrees depends on majors chosen.

PATHWAYS PROGRAMS Prerequisites Years (full time)

Campuses and QTAC codes Mid-year entry

OP/RANK Page refCairns Townsville

Diploma of Higher Education (General Studies)

English language proficiency 1 320001 310001 yes new course 21

Tertiary Access Course (TAC) Internal Selection Program (ISP) 0.5 apply to JCU apply to JCU yes N/A 21

N/A = not applicable * availability of majors varies between campuses. Visit www.jcu.edu.au/courses † all Science standard majors are available with this joint degree, excluding Physics and the general science program Please note, Honours programs are available for most JCU bachelor degrees. The minimum duration for an Honours degree is four years of full-time study.

Law – courses summary

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Want to know about the following?• Entry requirements for school leavers and non-school leavers• How to apply to JCU – study costs and scholarships• Campus life• Accommodation• Technology, library and study resources• Student support services• Information for Indigenous students• Upcoming info sessions

Then visit our Student Centre on campus and pick up a JCU Undergraduate Guide.

Online version: www.jcu.edu.au/publicationsYou can also visit our website: jcu.edu.au

Here is a full list of our Undergraduate study area booklets:

Arts, Social Sciences, Social Work & PsychologyBusiness & ITCreative ArtsEducationEngineeringLawMedicine, Health & Veterinary SciencesScience

You can also find these booklets at our campuses, or online at:www.jcu.edu.au/publications

View specific course information online at:www.jcu.edu.au/courses

If you have any enquiries, feel free to contact us:

Student Centre: freecall 1800 246 446Email: <[email protected]>

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