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
Year 12
The Loading is to be integrated as appropriate.
Students study TWO of the following options:
- Consumer law
- Family law
- Housing law
- Peace, conflict and the law
- Workplace law.
The right to adequate housing under international law and the obligation to provide shelter in Australia
Forms of real property ownership
Types of property title, including the significance and recognition of native title to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
The roles of non-government organisations and the media in supporting those seeking housing
Legal processes for purchasing and selling property through private treaty and auctions, including the contract of sale
The role of residential tenancy agreements in outlining the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants
Barriers to buying property, including sources of finance and unfair practices
Challenges faced in tenancy relationships, including security of tenure and discrimination
Types of residential property disputes
The role of alternative dispute resolution in managing conflict for home owners, neighbours, tenants and landlords
The role of courts and tribunals in resolving property disputes
Challenges in the access of justice in property disputes, including complexity, cost and language barriers
The nature and extent of housing affordability and its impact on individuals, families and groups
Challenges in securing housing, including financial barriers and supply
The need for social housing, including public and community housing
The importance of Culturally appropriate housing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Measures by state and federal governments to address housing affordability
The causes, nature and extent of homelessness in NSW and Australia
The impact of homelessness on the access to and enjoyment of human rights
The role of housing for those with diverse needs and housing instability, including boarding homes and crisis and emergency accommodation
Measures by state and federal governments to address the needs of individuals and groups experiencing homelessness