Postgraduate - Edith Cowan University

It includes issues such as test design, project evaluation, and ongoing
evaluation of classroom language learning and teaching.
LAN6200 0 Credit Points
Masters Thesis
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
The Master of Applied Linguistics by Thesis consists entirely of
research. The purpose of the thesis is to train students in the use
of research methodology and techniques and in a critical
evaluation appropriate to their field of study. By the end of their
candidature the student should be capable of conceiving,
designing, implementing and evaluating a research based study.
LAW4100 15 Credit Points
Commercial Law IV
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
The law relating to the business environment including the
various structures (excluding companies) by which a business can
be conducted.
LAW4102 15 Credit Points
Law of Banking and Credit IV
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
A detailed consideration of the Cheques Act and the law regarding
lending monies and providing security for such loans.
LAW4120 15 Credit Points
The Legal Environment for Electronic Commerce
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
The law relating to electronic commerce, the internet and
cyberspace.
LAW4200 15 Credit Points
Company Law IV
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Prerequisite :
LAW4100 Commercial Law IV
The current structure of company regulation in Australia; the
provisions of the Corporations Act with particular emphasis on
proprietary companies; effect of and procedure for incorporation;
responsibilities and duties of directors, including the issue of
insolvent trading; the company constitution; class rights; variation
of capital, including financial assistance limitations; rights and
mechanics of membership.
LAW4258 15 Credit Points
Employment Law IV
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Detailed examination of the common law of employment and
certain legislation including termination of employment.
LAW4259 15 Credit Points
Industrial Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Prerequisite :
LAW4258 Employment Law IV
This unit considers the WA Industrial Relations Act and the
Commonwealth Workplace Relations Act on the rights and
obligations of employers, employees and trade unions in the
context of awards, certified agreements and AWA's.
LAW4300 15 Credit Points
Taxation Law IV
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Prerequisite :
LAW4100 Commercial Law IV
Taxation Law IV introduces students to the major principles by
which income tax is levied on individuals, partnerships,
companies and trusts, GST is levied on consumers and Fringe
Benefits Tax is levied on employers. Some current topics will
also be introduced.
LAW5000 15 Credit Points
Legal Framework
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Law underlies all business activities. This unit will examine the
nature, function and purpose of law, the sources of law and the
Australian Legal System. The two areas of Law that will be
focused on are the Law of Negligence, and Contract Law. In
addition students will be introduced to Consumer Law, the
Australian Constitutions and the main types of business
organisations. The learning content in this unit will reflect the
knowledge and experience of the students participating.
LAW5111 15 Credit Points
Commercial Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
This unit studies the law relating to the business environment,
including the various structures other than companies by which a
business can be conducted.
LAW5120 15 Credit Points
The Legal Environment for Electronic Commerce
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
The unit considers the major legal issues relating to conducting
electronic business, and the protection of intellectual property in
computer programs and trade marks.
LAW5160 15 Credit Points
Asian Legal and Political Systems
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
This unit examines the history, culture, judiciary, sources of law,
political structure and current legal and political events in a
number of Asian countries.
LAW5200 15 Credit Points
Company Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Prerequisite :
LAW4100 Commercial Law IV
The current structure of company regulation in Australia; the
provisions of the Corporations Act with particular emphasis on
proprietary companies; effect of and procedure for incorporation;
responsibilities and duties of directors, including the issue of
insolvent trading; the company constitution; class rights; variation
of capital, including financial assistance limitations; rights and
mechanics of membership.
LAW5258 15 Credit Points
Employment Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
This unit involves a detailed examination of the common law of
employment and legislation which now regulates the law of
employment.
LAW5259 15 Credit Points
Industrial Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Prerequisite :
LAW4258 Employment Law IV
This unit considers the WA Industrial Relations Act and the
Commonwealth Workplace Relations Act on the rights and
obligations of employers, employees and trade unions in the
context of awards, certified agreements and AWA's.
LAW5300 15 Credit Points
Taxation Law
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
Taxation Law IV introduces students to the major principles by
which income tax is levied on individuals, partnerships,
companies and trusts, GST is levied on consumers and Fringe
Benefits Tax is levied on employers. Some current topics will
also be introduced.
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