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Handbook 2010

MURDOCH UNIVERSITY

Unit: Australian Migration Law

Australian Migration Law (LAW402)

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: SP22-internal, UA6-internal

Description: 

This unit deals with the fundamentals of Australian migration law. Topics addressed will include an introduction to Australia's legal system, the relationship between levels of legislation and court hierarchies. The unit will give an overview of Australia's immigration history, and the philosophy of the immigration system. Students will be introduced to the relevant acts and other legislation, the general concepts of migration procedure, the visa application process, and the role and responsibilities of migration agents and advisors.

Contact time: 

Taught intensively over one week; refer to timetable for details.

Prerequisites: 

Enrolment in the Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law and Practice.

Used in these Courses: 

Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law and Practice

 


Students should ensure they are familiar with the University's internal legislation, including provisions specifically relevant to their studies. See the University Regulations and Rules.

Students who have successfully completed a unit may not enrol for credit in any subsequent version of that unit, even if under a different code and/or title, nor in any parallel lower- or higher-level version. Students enrolled in a higher-level version of a unit are required to demonstrate advanced analytical skills and/or use of advanced research tools in assignments modified for that level.

Cancellation of Courses, Minors and Units
The University reserves the right to cancel, without notice, any course, major, minor or unit if the number of students enrolled falls below limits set by the University.

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