Migration Review Mechanisms

    Unit code: LML6006 | Study level: Postgraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    City Campus
    Online Real Time
    Online Self-Paced
    Other
    Prerequisites
    LML6001 - Practitioner Legal Skills for Australian Migration Law
    LML6002 - Australian Migration Law
    LML6003 - Australia's Visa System 1
    LML6004 - Australia’s Visa System 2
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit examines the regulatory framework that ensures compliance with Migration Law in Australia. This subject will cover grounds for refusal or cancellation of visas; merits and judicial review of decisions and ministerial discretion. Students will learn to appraise pathways and options open to clients, determine strategies and formulate submissions.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and critically analyse requirements and procedures relating to appeals and reviews.
    2. Recognise when and how to undertake appropriate research to prepare submissions, and effectively advocate for clients.
    3. Determine and implement appropriate advocacy strategies in negotiation with key stakeholders.
    4. Plan and prepare communication strategies with key stakeholders including clients and government.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and professional standards, including duty of care, informed consent and the nature of independent advice.

    Study as a single unit

    This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Online quiz (10 points) and short answer question (10 points)
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 35%
    A written submission to government or client addressing review process and criteria. (2000 words)
    Assessment type: Examination
    |
    Grade: 45%
    Final Examination.

    Required reading

    Required readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Graduate Diploma in Migration Law
    LGML | Graduate diploma | Duration: 1 year

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