Key facts
UNE unit code: LAW310
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- Trimester 2 - Online
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
This unit will equip you with a comprehensive introduction to the legal frameworks for resolving civil disputes by litigation and alternative dispute resolution models.
You will explore the general principles of civil procedure and dispute resolution, including pre-trial procedures, pleadings, trials, judgment and enforcement as well as alternative dispute resolution.
You will also gain a broad theoretical understanding of civil dispute resolution and its social context, procedural rules and practices, and how the legal system seeks to promote access to justice in various civil dispute scenarios. Additionally, you will develop transferable skills in independent research and youran ability to frame solutions to procedural problems.
This unit meets Priestley requirements for civil dispute resolution.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a broad theoretical understanding of civil dispute resolution and its social context;
- demonstrate an understanding of the procedural rules and practices relating to the steps taken by parties to commence, litigate and bring a civil matter to a conclusion;
- demonstrate how the legal system seeks to promote access to justice and the related rights and obligations of participants who seek to resolve civil disputes;
- demonstrate an understanding of and critically evaluate the frameworks for alternate dispute resolution; and
- independently conduct research to frame solutions to procedural problems.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final Invigilated Examination - Assurance task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | There is a supervised exam at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. To pass this unit, you must achieve at least 50% in this task, and meet all other passing requirements in the unit. |
| Invigilated Mid-Trimester Examination - Assurance Task | Yes | 30% | All offerings | There is a supervised exam mid trimester in the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. To pass this unit, you must attempt this task and meet all other passing requirements in the unit. |
| Online Quiz | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Multiple choice questions designed to test understanding of foundational concepts
|
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Civil Procedure: Commentary and Materials
ISBN: 9780409361315
Colbran, S., Spender, P. and Penovic, T., LexisNexis 9th ed. 2025
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Recommended material may be held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
LexisNexis Study Guide: Civil Procedure
ISBN: 9780409360837
Colbran, S., LexisNexis 4th ed. 2025
Text refers to: All offerings
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