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Graduate Certificate in Laws (Criminal Practice)
Testamur Title of Degree: | Graduate Certificate in Laws (Criminal Practice)* |
Abbreviation: | GCertLaw(CrimPrac) |
UOW Course Code: | 1159 |
CRICOS Code: | 080832G |
Total Credit Points: | 24 |
Duration: | 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Flexible) |
Delivery Campus: | Wollongong** |
Additional Information: |
*Previously named: Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions).
**Classes are offered on the Wollongong campus and in Sydney at the UOW Sydney Business School or other venues.
Overview
This program offers the only postgraduate certificate qualification in law in Australia designed specifically for lawyers working in (or aspiring to work in) criminal prosecutions, whether as a prosecutor or defence lawyer. Students are trained in the theory, art and practice of ethical, skilful and responsible criminal advocacy. In addition to being instructed by a Judge in Residence and highly experienced legal practitioners, students are given hands-on opportunities to develop their own proficiency in the skills required for effective representation and advocacy in criminal matters.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Graduate Certificate in Laws (Criminal Practice) will be able to:
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the critical aspects of the substantive criminal law, together with the applicable evidentiary and procedural rules, and how they operate in a practical context.
- Formulate legal arguments and witness examination techniques and strategies necessary to effectively present a case in court, and successfully communicate these both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate the capacity to perform the role of a courtroom advocate in an engaging, proficient and persuasive manner, with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability.
- Critically reflect on their ability to perform the role of a courtroom advocate in accordance with the highest ethical and professional standards.
Course Structure
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 24 credit points of subjects listed in the Course Program below.
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LWPD900 | Prosecutorial Practice | 6 | Autumn |
| LWPD901 | Applied Criminal Law | 6 | Autumn |
| LWPD902 | Advanced Criminal Evidence | 6 | Spring |
| LWPD926 | Experts and their Evidence | 6 | Spring |
Note: Not all subjects are offered every year. Students are advised to contact the Course Coordinator before enrolling.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au