11 Legal Studies

SACE Stage 1: 10 Credits / 1 Semester / Humanities

SACE Website:  https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/legal-studies

Pre-Requisite: An achievement level of ‘C’ or better in year 10 English and/or Humanities subject is highly recommended.

SUBJECT OVERVIEW

Legal Studies explores Australia’s legal heritage and the dynamic nature of the Australian legal system within a global context. The course provides students with a sound understanding of the structures of the Australian legal system and demonstrates how that system responds and contributes to social change while acknowledging tradition. By analysing the Australian legal system, students consider how diverse groups in society, including Indigenous Australians, influence and are influenced by the legal system.

Students will enjoy opportunities to visit the Parliament of South Australia and the Magistrates Court.

Topics may include

  • Law and society
  • Justice and society
  • People, structures and processes
  • Law-making
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ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed against the SACE performance standards for SACE Stage 1 Legal Studies:

  • Knowledge and understanding
  • Inquiry
  • Evaluation
  • Communication

The following assessments types enable students to demonstrate their learning:

  • Assessment Type 1: Folio
  • Assessment Type 2: Issues study
  • Assessment Type 3: Presentation

Additional Information

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Last updated: July 2025

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