12 Legal Studies

The Legal Studies course is designed to enable students to:

• Understand the role of law in society
• Understand the basic principles and processes of the NZ Legal System
• Understand how laws are made and amended in New Zealand
• Identify how law impacts on the lives of individuals and groups
• Develop an active understanding of consumer rights and responsibilities

The course content includes:
The Role of Law in Society, Law Making, Crime, Rights and Responsibilities, Contracts, Youth Justice, Consumer Law and Disputes Resolution.

Future Areas of interest and study: This course provides students with an introduction to the New Zealand legal system which can be continued on with at tertiary level.