The International Student Legal Orientation (ISLO) consists of a series of visits to various key sites and landmarks in Canberra and compulsory on-campus sessions to introduce international and inbound exchange students to Australian institutions that are relevant to the study of law. All eligible students will be enrolled into LAWS1001/LAWS6001: International Student Legal Orientation.
The following content and activities are addressed:
- essay writing techniques;
- how to reference and cite correctly;
- techniques to simplify legal writing;
- types of legal research training available and the required research skills;
- examination and assessment advice;
- participating effectively in robust discussion at our National institutions that bring the law to life.
The program runs throughout Semester One, 2025, and transportation will be provided to transport registered participants to off-campus locations, except to the ACT Supreme Court where we will walk across campus.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to hear and learn from leading ANU Law School academics about developing your academic skills and building an understanding and awareness of the Australian legal system as they bring the laws that govern our democracy to life.
International and inbound exchange students will receive Microsoft Outlook calendar invitations for each session via their ANU email address. Simply accept these invitations to secure your spot.
Week 1: Research skills and referencing advice
Fri 21 Feb 2025, 14:00pm
Australian Centre on China in the World, ANU
Join Anne Newton and Joshua Bell from the ANU Law Library to learn about what library resources are available, what assistance you can request, the types of legal research training available and the required referencing skills to assist you throughout your studies.
Week 2: Assessment, examination advice and academic integrity
Fri 28 Feb 2025, 14:00pm
Australian Centre on China in the World, ANU
You cannot afford to miss this compulsory session with ANU Law School academics Dr Michelle Worthington and Associate Professor Wayne Morgan on how to best prepare for examinations and assessments. Associate Professor Morgan is also the Associate Dean (Education) and will provide you with valuable insight into our assessment process and discuss the importance of academic integrity.
Week 3: Adjusting to life at ANU
Thurs 06 Mar 2025, 14:00pm
Australian Centre on China in the World, ANU
Join ANU Health Services Counsellor’s Elizabeth Hoad to discuss effective ways to cope with culture shock and adjust to your new surroundings whilst studying at ANU.
Week 4: Essay writing techniques and skills to simplify legal writing
Fri 14 Mar 2025, 14:00pm
Australian Centre on China in the World, ANU
Come along and listen to ANU Law School Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) Coordinator as they provide you with expert advice to assist you in developing the key academic skills and communication strategies that are foundational to all academic activity and ultimately, success!
Week 5: ACT Supreme Court
Fri 21 Mar 2025, 13:00pm
ACT Supreme Court
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet ANU Law School Associate Professor Heather Roberts. During this session, you will also learn about the role and function of the Supreme Court.
Please meet at the Law Foyer, Law Building 5, ground floor at 12:20 pm.
Week 6: Old Parliament House/The Museum of Australian Democracy
Fri 28 Mar 2025, 14:00pm
Museum of Australian Democracy (Old Parliament House)
Join ANU Law School Professor Ron Levy on this visit to the Museum of Australian Democracy (Old Parliament House); a national icon, a place of great beauty, magnificent design and historical significance. Professor Levy is an expert on public law and political theory and this experience promises to provide students with incredible insight into Australia’s constitutional law.
Please meet in the Law Foyer, Law Building 5, ground floor at 13:20 pm.
Week 9: Parliament House of Australia
Fri 02 May 2025, 14:00pm
Parliament House
Join ANU Law School's Head of School, Associate Professor Ryan Goss, on this exciting venture to Parliament House where you will get to experience Australia's robust democracy in action. Associate Professor Goss is an expert in Australian public law.
Please meet in the Law Foyer, Law Building 5, ground floor at 13:20 pm.
Week 10: High Court of Australia
Fri 09 May 2025, 14:00pm
High Court of Australia
An opportunity not to be missed! Join us on a tour of the High Court of Australia, the highest court in the Australian judicial system.
Please meet in the Law Foyer, Law Building 5, ground floor at 13:20 pm.
Enquiries
Law Student and Education Support team
(02) 6125 3483