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Unit name Competition Law
Unit code LAW334
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Arts, Law and Education
Faculty of Law
Discipline Law
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the theoretical bases behind the competition law, and how this informs the concepts that underpin relevant legislative provisions.
  2. Identify and explain the key elements of the restrictive trade practice provisions, and apply them to complex factual scenarios.
  3. Critically analyse contentious areas of competition law, and assess their impact on various stakeholders and policy reform.
  4. Communicate complex legislation and case law, using plain English writing.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

50 credit points of Intermediate Law core

Teaching

Assessment

Policy Brief, 1200 words (20%), Research assignment, 2500 words (40%), Final Exam (40%)

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