11–12Legal Studies 11–12 Syllabus (2025)
The new Legal Studies 11–12 Syllabus (2025) is to be implemented from 2027 and will replace the Legal Studies Stage 6 Syllabus (2009).
2026
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Legal Studies Stage 6 Syllabus (2009) for Year 12
2027, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2028
- First HSC examination for the new syllabus
Content
Life Skills
Through collaborative curriculum planning, it may be decided that Life Skills outcomes and content are the most appropriate option for some students with intellectual disability.
Relevant Loading should be integrated with each focus area based on the strengths and needs of individual students.
The need for housing
Types of housing
The right to adequate housing
Responsibilities of individuals seeking housing
Laws protecting individuals seeking and maintaining housing
Ways non-government organisations and advocacy groups support those seeking housing
Laws involved with owning a home
Considerations when purchasing a home, including mortgages
The role of leases and rental agreements
Rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords in a rental agreement
Measures to protect individuals against discrimination and eviction
Ways to access information and support for securing a home
Ways to maintain relationships with neighbours
Reasons for neighbourhood disputes
Strategies to resolve neighbourhood disputes
Reasons for disputes between landlords and tenants
Ways to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants
Barriers to accessing information and support
Factors affecting the ability to secure housing
Legal protections for affordable housing
The impact of housing affordability on individuals, families and the community
The role of social housing, including public, community and Aboriginal Community housing
Government strategies to address housing affordability
Reasons for homelessness
Measures to protect individuals from homelessness
Government programs and support systems for individuals experiencing homelessness
Ways to access support for those experiencing homelessness
The role of boarding homes and crisis and emergency accommodation for individuals and groups
Individual and collective action to address homelessness