Course coordinator
Dr Jemma Venables
Please email Jemma to make an appointment.
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Nursing, Midwifery & Social Wk
This course supports the development of a critical awareness of the interaction between social work, policy and the law in contemporary social work practice. The key institutional arrangements and processes of the Australian policy and legal system will be examined. The course will provide insight into how different areas of the law and policy interact with and impact upon social work practice.
The Master of Social Work (Q) program is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). The AASW Accreditation Standards (2020) stipulate that accredited social work programs are required to include content that addresses the five core curriculum areas listed below. SWSP7199 contains content in all five curriculum areas.
1. Constructions of social work purpose, place, and practice
2. Power, oppression, and exploitation
3. The history and contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
4. Culture, identity, and discrimination
5. Psychosocial health and wellbeing across the lifecycle
The purpose of SWSP7199 is for students to develop a critical awareness of the interaction between social work, the law and policy in contemporary social work practice. Students will develop an understanding of the Commonwealth and Queensland legal systems; knowledge ofﾠkey legal principles and processes;ﾠand the relevance of pertinent areas of law and policy such as child protection, domestic violence, guardianship, and mental health for social work practice.
The course also provides a basic foundation in individual and systemic advocacy as a method of social work practice. Advocacy skills are integral to social work practice, especially with vulnerable and at-risk populations. Social workers are also agents of change as they are often the first to notice anomalies and adverse consequences of policy and legislation. As such, skills in systemic advocacy and understanding the basics of policy and law reform is essential for social workers.
We will have a series of guest presentations from practitioners.ﾠPlease check Learn.UQ (Blackboard) for information.
Course requirements
Assumed background
This course assumes that students have some basic knowledge about the different levels of government in Australia's federal system. If you are new to Australia, or if it has been a while since you did civic/social studies, it might be a good idea to do a quick review. TheﾠParliamentary Education Officeﾠis a great place to start as it has lots of interactive resources. These resourcesﾠwill help to explain some important features of the Australian system of government such asﾠseparation of powers, levels of government, the Constitution and process of making laws.ﾠWhilst we will touch on these issues in class,ﾠit would be useful for you to do some further reading to help build your foundational understanding.
Course contact
Lecturer
Dr Jemma Venables
Please email Jemma to make an appointment.
Tutor
Dr Jemma Venables
Please email Jemma to make an appointment.
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
The teaching activities consist of a weekly 2-hour online lecture and a 1-hour tutorial.
- The online lectures will be a mixture of 'live zoom' sessions, pre-recorded content and online workbook activities. Please check your Blackboard announcements and learning resources to confirm the format for each week. Active engagement in the online workbooks will aid your learning in this course.
- The tutorials are all delivered in person, on St Lucia campus. They will commence in Week 2. There are no tutorials in Week 1 or Week 6.ﾠThe tutorials are designed to provide opportunities for you to revise key concepts and to provide scaffolding for the assessment tasks.
Aims and outcomes
- To assist students to develop a critical awareness and analysis of the interface between social policy, the law, and social work practice.
- To highlight the link between social disadvantage and vulnerability in a legal and policy context.
- To facilitate critical, creative thinking about a social worker's role as an agent of social change in a legal and policy context.
- To develop an awareness of the legal duties and obligations that impact on social workers in everyday practice, including professional communication related to the legal context.
- To develop student's knowledge and skills in analysing social policy, developing a case for policy change and influencing policy development.
- To give students opportunities to practice using the law, legal principles and legal processes to support their social work practice decision-making and advocacy work.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Define social policy and explain its relevance to social work practice, including the ability to identify, discuss and apply key policy concepts and design principles.
LO2.
Identify and explain the legal context (legislation, legal obligations and processes, institutions and key stakeholders) involved in key areas of social work practice.
LO3.
Explain and critically analyse how social policy and legal contexts shape the experience of service users and the roles, responsibilities and practices of social workers within their professional scope.
LO4.
Identify relevant social policy and legislation and interpret the legal context as part of social work assessments and intervention plans that promote wellbeing and social justice.
LO5.
Enact professional purpose by utilising appropriate and professional communication with diverse stakeholder groups regarding social policy, legal issues and processes.
LO6.
Explain how social workers can act as agents of change who promote social justice and uphold human rights by challenging and advocating for changes to social policy, legislation and/or legal processes.
LO7.
Practice in a culturally safe manner when working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples by recognising the historical and contemporary impacts of colonisation and the Australian legal and social policy context.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination |
Mid-Semester Exam
|
25% |
1/04/2025 12:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Information Sheet with Reflection | 35% Marked out of 100 |
28/04/2025 1:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Response to Case Study with Court Report | 40% Marked out of 100 |
9/06/2025 1:00 pm |
Assessment details
Mid-Semester Exam
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
1/04/2025 12:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01
Task description
Exam content:
- The exam will assess the content covered in weeks 1-4 of the course. Both the required readings and lecture materials are assessable.
Exam structure:
- The exam is made up of two (2) parts:
- Part A: 10 x multiple choice questions worth 1 mark each (total of 10 marks available, weighted at 10% of your final mark)
- Part B: 6 x short answer questions worth 5 marks each (total of 30 marks available, weighted at 15% of your final mark)
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Materials | Unmarked, bilingual dictionary permitted. Please show exam supervisor on entry for inspection. |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Please refer to the guidelines above and see the notes below.
Deferring the exam:
- Deferral requests are submitted online via mySI-net. Deferral requests received in any other way will not be approved.
- When submitting your request please choose type mid-semester exam (not end of semester).
- Please note that SAPs are not acceptable evidence to apply for a deferred examination.
Information Sheet with Reflection
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 35% Marked out of 100
- Due date
28/04/2025 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
This description is only a summary of the task. For full details, including the marking rubric, please refer to the course Learn UQ (Blackboard) site.
As a social worker, some of the matters that you support clients with (eg child protection, drug use, domestic violence) may bring them into contact with the law and legal institutions, such as courts and tribunals. As part of your role, you may need to provide information and resources that help your client to understand these legal systems and make them aware of the support that is available to them. This task is intended to develop your knowledge of legal issues and court processes, whilst also developing social work practice skills in writing and reflection.
This task requires you to:
- Select one (1) of the two scenarios that will be posted on the Blackboard course site by the end of week 4. The scenarios will contain information about the legal issue, the client group and the type of agency you are working in.
- Based on your chosen scenario, you are required to develop an information sheet for service users that helps to explain the relevant legislation and processes associated with the legal matter and the way in which social workers can provide support through the process.
- Write an essay that reflects on why it is important for social workers to have an understanding of the legal issue, legislation and court processes associated with the scenario. In conjunction with the course readings, it would be beneficial to consult the Australian Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics (2020) and Practice Standards (2023) to inform your reflection.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ .
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than the specified maximum extension length.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Response to Case Study with Court Report
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 40% Marked out of 100
- Due date
9/06/2025 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07
Task description
This description is only a summary of the task. For full details, including the marking rubric, please refer to the course Learn UQ (Blackboard) site.
Contact with the legal system can create and be caused by difficulties and tensions within a person’s environment. Your role as a social worker is to work alongside your client to address these difficulties and bring about positive change. As in all social work practice, your interventions to support clients who have come into contact with the legal system should be driven by a clear practice purpose and be underpinned by a thorough assessment of the situation. With a key focus on the impact of the legal context, this task is intended to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your developing knowledge and skills in assessing situations and formulating social work intervention plans to support clients. This task also seeks to develop professional writing skills that you will require for practice.
This task requires you to:
- Review the case study that will be posted on the blackboard course site in week 8 (see Assessment 3 folder).
- Draw on the course materials and broader literature to answer FIVE questions about the scenario as outlined in the assessment template (also released in week 8).
The questions will assess your ability to: (a) conduct a social work assessment that considers the legal context; (b) plan a suitable social work intervention that considers the legal context, social work values and cultural responsiveness; (c) recognise and respond to challenges associated with the legal context of the scenario; and (d) write a court report that advocates for your client.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ .
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than the specified maximum extension length.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0.1 - 29.9 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Failsﾠtoﾠdemonstrateﾠmostﾠorﾠallﾠofﾠtheﾠbasicﾠrequirementsﾠofﾠtheﾠcourse. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46.9 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstratesﾠclearﾠdeficienciesﾠinﾠunderstandingﾠandﾠapplyingﾠfundamentalﾠconcepts;ﾠcommunicatesﾠinformationﾠorﾠideasﾠinﾠwaysﾠthatﾠareﾠfrequentlyﾠincompleteﾠorﾠconfusingﾠandﾠgiveﾠlittleﾠattentionﾠtoﾠtheﾠconventionsﾠofﾠtheﾠdiscipline. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49.9 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Demonstratesﾠsuperficialﾠorﾠpartialﾠorﾠfaultyﾠunderstandingﾠofﾠtheﾠfundamentalﾠconceptsﾠofﾠtheﾠfieldﾠofﾠstudyﾠandﾠlimitedﾠabilityﾠtoﾠapplyﾠtheseﾠconcepts;ﾠpresentsﾠundevelopedﾠorﾠinappropriateﾠorﾠunsupportedﾠarguments;ﾠcommunicatesﾠinformationﾠorﾠideasﾠﾠwithﾠlackﾠofﾠclarityﾠandﾠinconsistentﾠadherenceﾠtoﾠtheﾠﾠconventionsﾠofﾠtheﾠdiscipline. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstratesﾠadequateﾠunderstandingﾠandﾠapplicationﾠofﾠtheﾠfundamentalﾠconceptsﾠofﾠtheﾠfieldﾠofﾠstudy;ﾠdevelopsﾠroutineﾠargumentsﾠorﾠdecisionsﾠandﾠprovidesﾠacceptableﾠjustification;ﾠcommunicatesﾠinformationﾠandﾠideasﾠadequatelyﾠinﾠtermsﾠofﾠtheﾠconventionsﾠofﾠtheﾠdiscipline. |
| 5 (Credit) | 64.5 - 74.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstratesﾠsubstantialﾠunderstandingﾠofﾠfundamentalﾠconceptsﾠofﾠtheﾠfieldﾠofﾠstudyﾠandﾠabilityﾠtoﾠapplyﾠtheseﾠconceptsﾠin aﾠvarietyﾠofﾠcontexts;ﾠdevelopsﾠorﾠadaptsﾠconvincingﾠargumentsﾠandﾠprovidesﾠcoherentﾠjustification;ﾠcommunicatesﾠinformationﾠandﾠideasﾠclearlyﾠandﾠfluentlyﾠinﾠtermsﾠofﾠtheﾠconventionsﾠofﾠtheﾠdiscipline. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 74.5 - 84.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Asﾠforﾠ5,ﾠwithﾠfrequentﾠevidenceﾠofﾠoriginalityﾠinﾠdefiningﾠandﾠanalysingﾠissuesﾠorﾠproblemsﾠandﾠinﾠcreatingﾠsolutions;ﾠusesﾠaﾠlevel,ﾠstyleﾠandﾠmeansﾠofﾠcommunicationﾠappropriateﾠtoﾠtheﾠdisciplineﾠandﾠtheﾠaudience. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 84.5 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Asﾠforﾠ6,ﾠwithﾠconsistentﾠevidenceﾠofﾠsubstantialﾠoriginalityﾠandﾠinsightﾠinﾠidentifying,ﾠgeneratingﾠand communicatingﾠcompetingﾠarguments,ﾠperspectivesﾠorﾠproblemﾠsolvingﾠapproaches;ﾠcriticallyﾠevaluatesﾠproblems,ﾠtheirﾠsolutionsﾠandﾠimplications. |
Additional course grading information
All pieces of assessment must be submitted to be eligible to pass this course.ﾠ
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
In the case of a student requiring a supplementary assessment for this course, the supplementary assessment will be designed to address those components of the final assessment task where the student has yet to demonstrate achievement of the required learning objectives.
Additional assessment information
Word Length
Students can gain advantage through submitting written pieces that are longer than the specified word limit in the assessment instruction/criteria. For this reason, it is necessary to include deterrents to these practices to ensure fairness and equity.ﾠ
A word count that is within 10% of the set length (word limit) is acceptable.ﾠA word count that is outside these 10% will be penalised through a reduction of 10% of the total mark available for the assessment.
Please note that in-text citations are included in your word count. The reference list is not included in your word count.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
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Week 1 (24 Feb - 02 Mar) |
Lecture |
W1: Introduction to the legal & policy context PART 1: Introduction to the course. In the first part of the lecture, we will do introductions and review the aims and learning objectives of SWSP7199. We will also provide a brief overview of the course structure and assessment. This part of the lecture will be held via a 'live zoom/ session. See Learn.UQ (Blackboard) for the link. PART 2: The rest of the content for week 1 will be delivered online via interactive workbooks (see Learn.UQ). We begin to explore what is meant by social policy. Learning outcomes: L01 |
Week 2 (03 Mar - 09 Mar) |
Lecture |
W2: Understanding social policy 'problems' Social policy influences the lives of individual Australians and the nature of our society. It affects whether we can get a job, obtain housing and health care, pay for our everyday needs and have support when we need it.ﾔ (McClelland & Smyth, 2021, p.xi). In this lecture we will explore and critique a number of approaches to social policy. We also consider how different political values can shape how social problems are understood and the policy responses used to address them. Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Tutorial |
W2: Understanding social policy 'problems' In this tutorial we continue our exploration of how political values can shape social policy. Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
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Week 3 (10 Mar - 16 Mar) |
Lecture |
W3:Addressing policy 'problems'-design principles Different values and beliefs "influence how the ends (goals) and means of social policy are understood and the priority accorded to some ends over others. These in turn can influence the design principles of welfare" (McClelland, 2014, p.20). In this lecture we will explore key policy design principles and concepts. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L06 |
Tutorial |
W3:Addressing policy 'problems'- design principles In the tutorial we will continue to develop your understanding of policy design principles by reviewing a variety of policy statements and position papers. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L06 |
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Week 4 (17 Mar - 23 Mar) |
Lecture |
W4: Introducing the legal context of social work The AASW Practice Standards (2023) requires social workers to demonstrate an understanding of relevant legislation governing practice and the legal frameworks which inform and mandate practice. This lecture will introduce key components of the Australian legal context including sources of law, courts and tribunals. We will also consider the duties and responsibilities that arise for social workers. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L06 |
Tutorial |
W4: Exam preparation skills In this tutorial we will prepare for your upcoming mid-semester exam. We will practice answering MCQ and short answer questions. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
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Week 5 (24 Mar - 30 Mar) |
Lecture |
W5: First Nations people & the law The AASW Code of Ethics (2020, p.4), states that "social workers commit to acknowledge and understand the historical and contemporary disadvantage experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples" and the implications of this for social work practice. In this lecture we critically examine the impact of past and present legislation and legal processes on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and reflect on the role of social workers within this context. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06, L07 |
Tutorial |
W5: First Nations people & the law In this tutorial we will talk about Murri Court. We will also have time for any questions about your upcoming exam. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06, L07 |
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Week 7 (07 Apr - 13 Apr) |
Lecture |
W7: Legal context of domestic & family violence Social workers often work with people who have experienced domestic and family violence (DFV), as well as those who have perpetrated DFV. This lecture provides an introduction to the relevant legislation and legal processes, as well as key practice considerations involved in responding to DFV. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06 |
Tutorial |
W7:Legal context of domestic & family violence In the tutorial we will use a case study to look at the process for, and implications of, applying for a domestic violence order. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
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Week 8 (14 Apr - 20 Apr) |
Lecture |
W8: Housing, homelessness & social security "It is important for social workers to recognise the various ways in which the legal system can serve to place a person at risk of homelessness or present barriers for a person to exit homelessness" (Schetzer,2018 p.224). In this lecture we explore some of the ways in which the law can have a disproportionate impact on those who experience homelessness. We also consider the operation of laws regarding eligibility for social security and associated appeals processes. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06 |
Tutorial |
W8: Information sheets and assessment 2 In this session we will do an activity about information sheets which will help you with assessment task 2. We will also have time for Q&A about the assessment task. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
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Week 9 (28 Apr - 04 May) |
Lecture |
W9: Criminal law & youth justice "Social workers work with people throughout the criminal legal system in a variety of roles...To work effectively across different areas of practice, social workers will need to understand how the criminal legal system works" (Mayela, 2020,p.145). In this lecture we will explore relevant legislation and legal processes relating to criminal law. We will consider the similarities and differences between the adult criminal legal system and the youth justice system. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06, L07 |
Tutorial |
W9: Criminal law & youth justice In the tutorial we will continue to explore the key concepts from the lecture using a youth justice case study (this will help get you ready for assessment task 3!). Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
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Week 10 (05 May - 11 May) |
Lecture |
W10: Families, children & the law Children and their families can come into contact with the legal system due to family separation and/or child protection concerns. This lecture introduces both family law (eg. divorce, parenting orders) and child protection legislation. In our discussion, we will explore the similarities and differences between these pieces of legislation and associated legal processes. We will also consider the rights of children within this context and examine the roles and responsibilities of social workers in this field. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06, L07 |
Tutorial |
W10: Families, children & the law We continue our discussions about families, children and the law. We will use a case study to help us explore the concepts (this will help get you ready for assessment task 3!) Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06, L07 |
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Week 11 (12 May - 18 May) |
Lecture |
W11: Adult guardianship law & mental health law *This lecture covers two topics* PART 1 - ADULT GUARDIANSHIP LAW: "All adults have the right to make their own decisions...When a person cannot make decisions independently or with the support of others, there are legal provisions that allow others to be appointed to make decisions on their behalf" (Maylea, 2020, p.217). In this part of the lecture we will introduce the concept of 'decision-making capacity' and explore the legislation and legal processes associated with adult guardianship and administration. PART 2 - MENTAL HEALTH LAW: Mental health law is "a complex and contested area, one in which the principles of right to treatment and protection compete with self-determination and individual civil liberties" (Bland et al., 2009, p.85). In this part of the lecture we consider the objects and key principles of the Mental Health Act 2016 (Qld), as well as the role of the Mental Health Court and Mental Health Review Tribunal. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Tutorial |
W11: Adult guardianship law & mental health law In this tutorial we will continue to explore the key concepts from the lecture using a mental health case study (this will help get you ready for assessment task 3!). In particular, we explore the impact of the legal and policy context on our social work response to the scenario. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L06 |
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Week 12 (19 May - 25 May) |
Lecture |
W12: Human rights law + Court Reports * This lecture covers two topics* PART 1 - HUMAN RIGHTS LAW: The law can serve to protect human rights, but it can also act as a source of discrimination and human rights violations (Libesman & Briskman, 2018; Maylea, 2020). In this part of the lecture we consider international, federal and state laws that are related to human rights and (anti)discrimination. PART 2 - COURT REPORTS: In the second part of the lecture, we consider the purpose and structure of court reports. This relates directly to assessment task 3. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
Tutorial |
W12: Court Reports In this tutorial we will practice writing a court report based on a case study. This activity directly relates to assessment task 3. Learning outcomes: L02, L04, L05 |
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Week 13 (26 May - 01 Jun) |
Lecture |
W13: Changing the law & course summary In our final lecture, we will explore the ways in which laws can be changed and consider the role that social workers can play in these processes. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
Tutorial |
W13: OPTIONAL drop-in session re assessment 3 This will be an unstructured session in which you can ask questions about assessment task 3. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.