Key facts
UNE unit code: LSSU261
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Trimester 3 - On Campus
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
This unit offers an introduction to the fundamental principles of the law of evidence as applied in the criminal and civil legal jurisdictions in NSW.
Referencing appropriate legislation and case law, it considers principles such as relevance, credibility, tendency and coincidence evidence, and the exceptions to the hearsay rule.
You will also examine the so-called 'right to silence' - the inferences that a jury may draw from the failure of an accused in a criminal trial, or either parties in civil litigation, to give or lead evidence.
Additionally, you will develop your legal reasoning and critical thinking skills to formulate persuasive arguments and solutions.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
| Trimester 3 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- develop a broad understanding of the legal principles that apply to adducing evidence in court proceedings;
- use critical thinking and professional judgement in identifying and applying the fundamental rules of evidence and standards of admissibility, in solving problems associated with civil and criminal matters; and
- use initiative and professional judgement to analyse the relevant statutes and cases dealing with the rules of evidence to formulate persuasive legal arguments and solutions to fact based problems.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Yes | 40% | All offerings | No. Words: 1500 |
| Take Home Exam | Yes | 60% | All offerings | No. Words: 2000 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Australian Uniform Evidence Law
ISBN: 9781009010726
Hum, F., Urbas, G. and Quirico, O., Cambridge University Press 2nd ed. 2022
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Australian Uniform Evidence Law: Principles and Context
ISBN: 9780409356489
Bellew, G., Arthur, J., Boas, G., Chifflet, P. and Vickovich, I., LexisNexis Butterworths 2022
Text refers to: All offerings
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