Dispute Resolution unit (LAW241)

Hobart

Introduction

This unit introduces students to a variety of non-judicial dispute resolution processes. Each dispute resolution process will be introduced from both a theoretical and practical perspective. The extent to which processes are used and in what contexts will be considered. By the end of the unit, students should have an improved understanding about the circumstances in which various dispute resolution options are appropriate and an ability to match disputes to process options. Skills of problem solving, reflective practice, conflict management, collaboration and dispute resolution will be encouraged through group learning experiences. There will be an opportunity to role play different participants in dispute resolution processes, including parties, lawyers, third parties and observers. 

Summary

Unit name	Dispute Resolution
Unit code	LAW241
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Arts and Society Faculty of Law
Discipline	Law
Coordinator	Doctor Olivia Rundle
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• identify, explain, justify and critique the nature and theories of various dispute resolution processes.
• reflect upon and analyse your learning about dispute resolution skills and techniques.
• diagnose disputes and match them to appropriate dispute resolution process options.
• critically analyse and problem-solve issues arising in non-judicial dispute resolution processes.
• communicate and collaborate effectively.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
090513	$2,174.00	$1,020.00	$1,192.00	$2,562.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Requisites

Prerequisites

50 credit points of Introductory units - to do this unit it is recommended that you have completed LAW107

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	MyLO guided material to be engaged in students' own time. Face to face two hour lecture in Week 1. 8 x 2.5 hour face to face workshops. There will be two workshop times for each of the 8 workshops (enrolment numbers permitting).
Assessment	Dispute Diagnosis Problem (50%)|Portfolio (50%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	David Spencer, Lise Barry and Lola Akin Ojelabi, Dispute Resolution in Australia: Cases, Commentary and Materials (Lawbook Co., 5th ed., 2023) ISBN 9780455247090. It is strongly recommended that you purchase your own copy if possible, as access to the library copies is limited.
Recommended	Additional readings will be recommended for each topic in MyLO and the Library Reading List.

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