Course Details
Social Justice, Law and Society
Course Code LAWS939
EFTS 0.2500
Points 30.00
Level 9
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Prescriptor
Provides an introduction to social studies of the operation of law in society and its role in responding to contemporary social justice issues facing Aotearoa. Explores the way law responds to and creates social problems, and the role of legal professionals in seeking social justice. Includes case studies of legal advocacy and activism in relation to race and ethnicity; science and the law; poverty; addiction and mental distress; disability rights; gender, sexuality and the law; and climate change.
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Qualifications
The course is available as part of the following qualifications.
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  AK1044   Master of Laws   (LLM)
120.00
No requisite courses specified.
  AK1050   Postgraduate Certificate in Law   (PgCertLaw)
60.00
Timetable
2025, Semester 1
Class Stream Starting Ending Day Time Room
LAWS939/M101  A  03-Mar-2025  27-Jun-2025       
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