Criminal Law and Procedure

• • Theory of Criminal Law
  • Elements of the Offence
  • Offences Against the Person
  • Homicide
  • Offences of Dishonesty
  • General Defences: Self-Defence, Duress and Necessity
  • Mental Incompetence and Intoxication
  • Attempts, Accessories and Joint Enterprise Liability
  • Pre-trial Processes: Arrest, Search and Bail
  • Trial Processes: Classification of Offences, Trial on Indictment, Summary Proceedings

You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:

USA-LAWS1023-Foundations of Law ;

Special requirements

No special requirements

Explore criminal law and the way it is put into practice by police, legal practitioners and courts. Gain an understanding of how certain conduct is criminalised and identify the strengths and weaknesses of the criminal trial process.

Your learning simulates real-world practice. Build your advocacy and communication skills in a simulated role play where you’ll deliver a bail application – a scenario that takes place daily in the Magistrates’ Courts. You’ll also learn to write a legal advice letter to an accused client and will research a related legal issue associated with court practices and procedures.

UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. 

Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.

This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree.

• Case Study (50%)
• Examination (50%)