2024 First Year Guide

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A study guide for undergraduate and postgraduate law students commencing their degree in 2024

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land on which we meet and gather, and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.

The Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples have one of the oldest continuing cultures in human history, and we acknowledge that they have shared their knowledge and teachings on this land for many millennia before us.

Sovereignty was never ceded.

Disclaimer Whilst all care has been taken to provide you with the latest and correct information, we acknowledge that this is a guidebook and is only indicative of one of the many ways to approach your law degree. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect those of the Australian National University. The information provided in this handbook is subject to change without notice. Please follow the latest information provided by ANU. The publication is distributed free of charge. The author(s), editor(s) and relevant people are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may have occurred in the production of this publication.

Vice-President (Education): Mia Hawke Publications Director: Jasmine Burton Education Directors: Ashna Sahi, Olivia Loadsman, Isabelle White

CONTENTS Academic information Key Dates How to Prepare for Law School How to Study Law at ANU Assessment Information

Social Events At a Glance O-Week Events LAWS1001 Event JD Welcome Event First Year Law Camp The Law Ball

Get involved with ANU Law Law Competitions Law Reform and Social Justice Program Law Revue Mental Health First Aid Training International Law Society Course Representatives LSS Peppercorn

JD information

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Planning Ahead Courses Social Events

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HEalth and Wellbeing

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LSS wellbeing ANU Medical Services ANU Counselling ANU Wellbeing and Support Line ANU Thrive Wellbeing Consultations Respectful Relationships Unit Access and Inclusion

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ACADEMIC

INFORMATION

KEY DATES Semester 1, 2024 O-Week

12 - 18 February

Semester 1 Begins

19 February

Last Day to Enrol in Courses

26 February

Canberra Day Public Holiday

11 March

Teaching Break

2 - 15 April

Semester 1 Census Date

5 April

ANZAC Day Public Holiday

25 April

Semester 1 Classes End

24 May

Examination Period

20 May - 15 June

Semester 1 Results Published

27 June

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HOW TO PREPARE FOR LAW SCHOOL 1. Check your course structure

2. Check your course page via Watle

3. Get your textbooks accordingly

4. Login to MyTimetable

5. Check your ANU email regularly

6. Check Wattle

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1. Check your course structure Even though you have enrolled in your courses by this point, it is nice to see what your degree will consist of for the next couple years. In order to check out your Course Structure see, https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/ After searching up your degree you will find the ‘Study Plan and Program Details’. Click on the ‘Study’ tab and scroll to the bottom of the page to find this:

Year 1 for LLB (Honours) STudents:

Year 1 for juris doctor STudents:

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2. Check your course page At this point you would have already enrolled in your courses for the semester. Before beginning your classes it is generally nice to check your course page on Wattle for general information about the course. This information includes: 1. Your convenor’s name and email address 2. Prescribed readings 3. The structure of the course 4. Assessments and assignments

Tip: Make sure that whenever you are looking at a course on Programs and Courses you have the year you started your degree selected (e.g. 2024!)

Often a link to this course page can be found on the Wattle course page, however here is another way to find it: 1. Go to the ANU Programs and Courses webpage: https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au 2. Search and select the course you are taking (eg LAWS1201) 3. Look through the ‘Overview’ and ‘Study’ tabs 4. Click on the ‘Class’ tab 5. Select ‘View’ the Class Summary for the current semester

3. get your textbooks accordingly It is really important that before class starts you have access to a copy of the prescribed textbooks needed for the course. Law will generally have a prescribed textbook, which can be found by checking the Class Summary and the Program Course List, whilst some of your other courses outside of law might not.

There are a couple of ways you can get your hands on a textbook: 1. Buy them from Harry Hartog on campus in Kambri 2. Buy them online - this can either be a hardcopy or an online version 3. Join the ANU Law Textbook Exchange page on Facebook to purchase a second hand copy from an older student 4. Come to the ANUSA CoL Reps textbook buy, swap and sell 5. Borrow it from a library for a specific amount of time Tip: It is worth noting that you can’t bring a library textbook into your exam!

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4. Login to MyTimetable MyTimetable is a website that you will use to choose the times for your classes at the beginning of every semester. This will only work if you have already enrolled in your courses on ISIS. To view your timetable: 1. Login in to MyTimetable: https://mytimetable.anu.edu.au/even/student? ss=295a6676dd4243e19f954209e1cc7691 2. Click Timetable 3. Select ‘All Weeks’ in the top-right corner

5. Check your anu email regularly Checking your ANU email is really important throughout your studies in order to make sure you are receiving all updates about your courses.

Your convenors/tutors use this as a form of communication about specific things related to general content, assignments, or exams, so it is very crucial that you do not miss out on any of these updates.

6. Check Wattle It is worth checking this before your classes start as lecturers may have assigned pre-readings! It is also a good idea to enable wattle notifications to be sent to your emails so that you stay up to date on questions your lecturers are answering in the forum!

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HOW TO STUDY LAW AT ANU 1. Attend your classes

2. Complete your readings/assigned work prior to classes

3. Try to make concise notes 4. Check out resources for help

1. Attend your classes Your classes for your degree will include both lectures and tutorials/seminars.

Your lectures can either be 1-2 hours long and are almost always recorded on Echo360 which can be accessed via your Wattle Page for the course.

However, it is always effective to watch your lectures in person in order to make sure you are engaging with the content that is being taught and you don’t pile up on lectures that need to be watched. Sometimes lectures can clash with your tutorials/seminars. That is when watching your lectures online can be helpful so you do not miss out on important content.

Your tutorials/seminars are much smaller classes whilst your lectures are for everyone doing that courses. These classes are more interactive and encourage you to ask questions for clarification on certain topics. Your tutor also becomes the person you can email first before moving to the conveyor sometimes for things like marking on practice response questions.

Attendance is also taken for tutorials/seminars so showing up is really important as it goes towards your grade.

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2. Complete your readings/assigned work prior to class Before your law classes you will generally have been assigned some reading to do which will relate to the topic in class for that week. It is really important to do your readings because it provides you with understanding and context as to what will be discussed in your following lectures and tutorials. Whilst they can be long and tedious, they give you important information on content that will be needed for your assessments in the future. Your readings can be accessed through your course page via Wattle.

3. Try to make concise notes Throughout the completion of your law courses it is important to be able to make concise and effective notes. There are many ways to note-take.

Sometimes students note-take for each of their classes in order to compile these notes later on for their exams. Either way, being able to extract important information from your classes for your notes is very crucial for your understanding. It is also important to know that these notes will very much be needed for any of your open-book exams too.

4. Check out resources for help There are so many resources you can go to for help throughout your degree. A key resource which students should definitely interact with is PAL. The ANU College of Law has a ‘Peer Assisted Learning’ program for first year law students in order to help them understand foundational legal skills, whilst also focusing on study skills and exam preparation tips.

Information about PAL sessions will generally be included within your weekly email updates from the ANU College of Law. It will also show up on your Wattle courses page.

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Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) The ANU College of Law has a 'Peer-Assisted Learning' (PAL) program for all undergraduate and postgraduate law students. Later year law students run weekly sessions focusing on the different skills you need to thrive in law school. Covering everything from semester organisation and legal research to how to make your exam summaries, the sessions are a great place to ask questions, meet other law students and pick up some handy tips and tricks. The topic of the sessions changes every week and students are welcome to attend regularly or even just to come when a topic that they are looking for guidance on is being covered.

Each week, a recorded session is also uploaded to the PAL Wattle site for those who could not attend, along with any additional resources for students.

To keep up to date with what topics PAL will be covering and the session times and locations, you can follow PAL on Instagram (@peerassistedlearning_anu) or Facebook (@ANU Law Peer-Assisted Learning). You can also send them an email at pal.law@anu.edu.au.

PAL is open to students of all year levels and is particularly helpful for first year law students - it will help you to hit the ground running at ANU! PAL Session Times: Session 1: Monday 9-10 Session 2: Tuesday 11-12 Session 3: Wednesday 12-1 Session 4: Thursday 1-2

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ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Throughout your law degree you will become very familiar with the structure, style and preparation required to complete your exams and assignments. However, in your first year this can seem daunting. There are so many resources to overcome this feeling and tackle your assessments as best as possible.

Generally your assessments within your degree will compromise of: 1. Research Essays 2. Problem Questions Assignments 3. Mid-Semester and Final Exams

Tip: The College of Law Library staff are an amazing help for research and citations, and are always happy to show you how to use the online systems to do so.

1. Research Essays Legal research essays are one component to your range of assessments within your law degree. Generally you will be given a topic at hand which requires a clear and concise argument, notably different to research essays you may be used to writing in high school. Luckily, the ANU College of Law, the LSS, and the ANUSA College of Law will continually have essay writing workshops for students to attend and build on their skills.

2. Problem Question Assignments Problem Questions are a heavy component of the assessments you will receive within your law degree. Generally they are in the format of a takehome assignment which should be submitted through Wattle. Problem questions will always have a scenario with it and a couple of following questions that act as the structure to your response. You will learn how to structure your responses through HIRAC which stands for Heading, Issue, Rule, Application and Conclusion. This allows you to progress through your response concisely and in a manner which tackles all aspects of the question.

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3. Mid-Semester and Final Exam Lastly, your law degree will definitely have mid-semester/final exams included. These exams are now in-person written exams. They are also often problem questions similar to the take-home assignments but are required to be written on the spot. The ANU Examinations Office will have emailed in advance about what exams you have for what courses, their date, time, duration and location.

To succeed in these exams, completing practice responses is just as important as it was in high school. The LSS also runs pre-exam tutorials prior to these examinations, going through practice responses to potential questions that have previously been asked.

For more information on Writing Skills for you assessments see, https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/writingassessment/other-assessments/writing-in-law

4. Referencing Referencing in law is very different to what you are generally used to in high school. Within your law degree you will use the referencing format of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation Fourth Edition (AGLC4). You will find within the law field is that referencing is very important and is something that should be done with precision and accuracy, particularly because there are marks for it within your take-home assignments and essays. It is a process that takes time, however, you will get very used to it as you progress within your degree.

This is a copy of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation https://law.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/3181325/AGLC4with-Bookmarks-1.pdf

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5. Academic Integrity Maintaining academic integrity throughout the completion of your assessments is something that the ANU College of Law takes very seriously.

This means that all students commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice by not committing plagiarism by using another individual’s work.

Turnitin is a platform that ANU uses to determine whether a student has maintained their academic integrity by acting as an online text matching tool through Wattle. There are practice Turnitin pages that you can use before submitting your work in for the final time in order to check this. This only stresses the importance of correctly referencing. ANU acknowledges that if an individual does plagiarise there are penalties such as getting a zero for your mark or having your misconduct on your academic transcript.

For more details on Academic Integrity see, https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity

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SOCIAL EVENTS

AT A GLANCE Finding a supportive and fun community is a definite way of improving your university experience and coming to these social events are a great way of meeting other law students and building such! Joining the “ANU Law Students Society” Facebook page is the best way to stay up to date on these as events are frequently happening.

Disclaimer: these planned events for 2024 may be subject to change

Women*’s Picnic 13 February 2024, Sullivan’s Creek

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LLB First Year Welcome Drinks 14 February 2024,

📍Badger

LAWS1001 Week 1,

📍Law Building

JD Welcome Event Week 1,

📍Law Building

First Year BBQ and Smoking Ceremony Week 1,

📍Law Lawns

LSS Pub Crawl

First Year Law Camp

LLB End of Semester Drinks

8-10 March 2024, AGH CAMPS, Douglas Park

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LSS Law Ball

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O-WEEK EVENTS Orientation Week (O-Week) runs from 12th-16th February. During the week the week there will be a mixture of in person and online events, giving everyone the opportunity to be involved. It’s a great idea to look on the ANU website so you know when events are happening and can register for the ones that particularly interest you! Events are run by different faculties and student societies that exist at ANU. Additionally, ANU will host informative events such as Course Introduction Sessions. These are really great sessions and it’s a good idea to try to attend. The Law Introduction Session is 11am - 12:30pm on Wednesday 14th February in the Law Lecture Theater. Law Library Tours and Information Session are also occurring frequently during O-Week. If you live in a Residential Hall, they will also have an O-Week Calendar, and if you don’t live in a Residential Hall, talk to Griffin Hall on Market Day about becoming a member.

During O-Week, the Law Students Society will be hosting the First Year Welcome Drinks event. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow students and get some free food and drinks!

LAWS 1001 EVENT JD WELCOME EVENT These events (for first year undergraduate and postgraduate law students respectively) are focused on giving you the right start to your law school journey. A panel discussion of older students, Col faculty, alumni, and industry professionals will cover common themes that you need to know as a first-year law student, such as how to go about studying, the support networks and extra resources available to you, how to balance life at ANU, the opportunities available to broaden your academic experience, and career endeavours. The panel’s knowledge on these topics and the chance to meet fellow students will be a fantastic head start to your journey so keep an eye out on the LSS Facebook for more details!

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FIRST YEAR LAW CAMP First year law camp is back in 2024, bigger and better, ready to knock your socks off. This event is one of the biggest first-year events on any university law society calendar, this really is the one that you don't want to miss. This is the chance to meet individuals who will accompany you on your law journey for the next four years and who may become your lifelong friends.

WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT? Brace yourself for two nights of ceaseless revelry with an open bar and the beats of our exclusive onsite DJ. As the sun rises, the party continues, seamlessly transitioning into a schedule packed with engaging activities, including challenges, scavenger hunts and much more, providing ample opportunities to connect with fellow law students.

Dates: 8th-10th March.

Location: AGH CAMPS, Douglas Park Secure your tickets promptly, as they are limited and in high demand. Use the QR code provided.

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LAW BALL The annual Law Ball will be held in July or August this year. This event includes a three course meal, unlimited drinks, the incredible Canberra arboretum as the venue and an afterparty with a generous bar tab.

Definitely worth keeping an eye out for as it is a highlight of the Law social calendar!

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GET INVOLVED WITH ANU LAW

LAW COMPETITIONS The ANU LSS runs four competitions throughout the year: Mooting, Negotiations, Witness Examinations and Client Interview. The Novice competitions, intended for those who have never competed before (from any year level), take place in semester two. The competitions allow students to develop practical legal skills and try a new way at applying the knowledge they have learnt in a friendly and inclusive environment.

In the second semester of each year, the LSS launches a Competitions Guide which outlines each competition and provides helpful tips from previous competitors. To get involved or find out more, keep an eye out for this Competitions Guide or email the Vice-President of Competitions, Ruby Wong, at lsscompetitions@anu.edu.au.

LAW REFORM AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Law Reform and Social Justice (LRSJ) projects provide a practical outlet for students to use their research skills, engage with the community, and better understand how law operates in society. The projects aim to foster a commitment to social justice and law reform through volunteer activities.

Examples of existing projects include GreenLaw (climate and environmental justice), the Indigenous Reconciliation Project, and the Human Rights Project.

Through LRSJ, you have the opportunity to interact with academic staff outside the classroom and work with later-year students. LRSJ also hosts events that allow you to learn more about law reform and social justice issues.

Find out more and keep up to date through the LRSJ Facebook page www.facebook.com/ANULRSJ/ or website https://lrsj.anu.edu.au/.

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LAW REVUE The ANU Law Revue is an annual student-run sketch comedy production.

The show’s content ranges from current affairs to abstract legal theory, everyday student life to pop culture, and legal issues to funny puns.

Auditions are held in the early weeks of Semester 1 and are open to all ANU students (not just law students!). Whether you are a seasoned singer, musician or dancer, or an absolute novice, ANU Law Revue has a spot for you.

If you are interested, like their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ANULawRevue/ and check out the ANU Law Revue on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ANULawRevue/ .

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING Mental Health First Aid Training is available to LSS Members, providing them with an internationally-recognised accreditation for three years.

Across their career, members of the legal profession may encounter clients and colleagues impacted by mental health. This training equips students to deal with these challenges.

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INTERNATIONAL LAW SOCIETY The ANU International Law Society (ILS) provides students with opportunities to further their study and enjoyment of international law.

ILS initiatives include careers events, mentoring programs and panel discussions on issues in international law.

Throughout these initiatives the ILS has collaborated with experts such as Gillian Triggs, The Hon. Julie Bishop, The Hon. Michael Kirby AC CMG, Professor The Hon. Gareth Evans and The Hon. Hilary Charlesworth.

You can learn more about the ILS by visiting their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ANUILS or emailing ils@anu.edu.au.

COURSE REPRESENTATIVES Your courses will be seeking course representatives, which is a group of students who will be a point of contact for other students in the course and will communicate with the convenor. This is a great way to get to know the Law faculty!

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THE LSS The LSS is comprised of the President, 9 Vice-Presidents (each with a different portfolio) and 45 committee members (who hold roles within the portfolios). It also includes 4 First Year Representatives, elected around weeks 3 or 4! Participating in the LSS is an amazing way to better get to know law students in other cohorts, connect with those in the legal profession, and be involved in organising lots of the events you will find in this guide!

Your executive for 2024

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PEPPERCORN MAGAZINE Peppercorn is ANU Law Students' Society's (LSS) magazine, edited by students and for students. They publish biannually and release content on their website on a rolling basis (check https://www.peppercornanulss.com/ !)

Accepting submissions from all ANU students, staff members and alumni, Peppercorn is committed to bringing thought-provoking and relevant content to all ANU law students and the ANU law community, through a variety of mediums.

P.S. keep an ear out in your first-year law courses, because you’ll learn the significance of the name ‘Peppercorn’!

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JURIS DOCTOR INFORMATION

PLANNING AHEAD While there are many similarities between the Juris Doctor [JD] and the Bachelors of Law, there are a few notable differences that first year JD students should be aware of when commencing their studies at ANU. The most important thing to consider is that the JD is a condensed program in comparison to the undergraduate course. Due to the JD being 3 years instead of the usual 4-6, first year JD students are advised to begin planning earlier rather than later. That way you can make the most of your 3 years and you won’t miss out on opportunities due to failing to complete something in your first year.

Here are a few examples: 1. Applications for summer clerkships start in the penultimate year of the JD and happen over the summer before you begin your final year.

Clerkships give you a taste of what it is like to work in commercial law and often act as a pathway into graduate employment. So, start thinking about what you will need in your application so it’s not too late by the time you start your 2nd year. The ANU LSS runs a Clerkship Information Evening each year in Semester 1 that you are welcome to attend even as a first year student so you can learn more about the opportunities available and how best to prepare. The LSS also publishes a Clerkship guide so keep an eye out for this once it becomes available for more information.

2. Competitions: You can participate in LSS novice competitions in your first year and senior LSS competitions in your second year, you do not have to wait! Participating in these in your 1st and 2nd years is a great way to develop practical legal skills.

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COURSES Although JD students often have the same assessments and course requirements as undergraduate law students, there are a few differences you should be aware of if you are commencing your JD. Tutorials are largely composed of purely JD students and it is advisable to keep an eye out for tutorials later in the afternoon if you are juggling work and study – there are often numerous options available to accommodate this.

The amount and type of assessments you may find in JD courses compared to the undergraduate courses can be quite different. JD students sometimes have fewer or more assignments with different weighting; and the word count requirement is usually higher for JD students. With this in mind make sure you are looking at the right course guide when looking for information about your courses.

For Example: Torts has course code LAWS1203 and LAWS6103 – the latter is the relevant code for JD students Furthermore, the standard in which you are judged by course convenors may be higher due to JD students already having an undergraduate degree.

Don’t stress though, course convenors are always willing to go over skills if you need, especially if it’s been a while since you have studied at university.

Additionally, there are PAL classes offered throughout the year focusing on various legal writing and assessments skills as well as library tutorials for legal research among other things.

SOCIAL EVENTS The LSS runs a couple of JD specific events throughout the year as well as many events for both JD and undergraduate cohorts. This being said make sure to join the LSS Facebook page as you’re notified of any upcoming events and you can become an LSS member for discounted prices on events. One upcoming event is the JD Welcome Event – so make sure you don’t miss out!

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING

LSS WELLBEING The ANU LSS is deeply committed to prioritising the wellbeing of all law students at the ANU. The toll that legal education and practice can take on the mental health of individuals is well-established. With this in mind, the LSS - especially the Equity VP, the Equity Directors (Women*’s, Queer*, Disabilities* and BIPOC) and the President - works together to ensure and promote both mental and physical health of law students through a variety of events, resources and initiatives throughout the year.

The LSS Mental Health Week is a particularly important week, which include various workshops, guest talks, yoga, meditation sessions and much more.

Furthermore, keep an eye out for the Weekly Wellbeing posted on Facebook!

However, the LSS is actively involved in promoting student health and wellbeing throughout the year, so if you ever have any questions, concerns or simply want to chat with someone, we highly encourage you to contact the Equity Vice-President at lssequity@anu.edu.au

ANU MEDICAL SERVICES

The on-campus health services provider is the ANU Medical Centre. The ANU Medical Centre operates a state-of-the-art health and wellness clinic on levels 2 and 3 of Health and Wellbeing Centre (Building 156) in Kambri.

Services are currently free for ANU students and staff. Students should bring their Medicare Care and Student ID or an international health care if relevant.

Website: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/contacts/medical-services Phone: +61 2 6178 0400

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ANU COUNSELLING

The ANU offers a free, confidential and non-diagnostic counselling service to all current ANU students provided by the Counsellors in the Counselling Centre. No referral or Mental Health Treatment Plan from a General Practitioner is required to attend appointments. The ANU Counselling is currently operating remotely and is offering appointments via Zoom.

Website: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/health-safetywellbeing/counselling/anu- counselling Phone: 02 6178 0455

ANU WELLBEING AND SUPPORT LINE

The ANU Wellbeing and Support Line is a phone service for all current students who are experiencing situational stress, emotional difficulties and mental health concerns. The service can also be used to provide debriefing support and assistance for student leaders. The ANU Wellbeing and Support Line works with ANU Counselling but is operational 24 hours a day.

Phone: 1300 050 327 | SMS: 0488 884 170

ANU THRIVE WELLBEING CONSULTATIONS ANU Thrive offers free wellbeing consultations every Tuesday and Wednesday. Consultations are held by a later-year student mentor, who can assist in finding appropriate support services and guiding you through your time at university. The team is trained in Youth Mental Health First Aid and is familiar with both ANU and external community support available to students. While this is not a counselling service, international students can access wellbeing consultations while off-shore and at no cost.

Bookings can be made online or by email at thrive@anu.edu.au Website: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/contacts/anu-thrive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThriveANU/

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RESPECTFUL RELATIONSHIPS UNIT The Respectful Relationships Unit provide information, support, case coordination and referral for those impacted by sexual assault or sexual harassment, including those supporting someone who has experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment. You can also disclose an incidence of sexual misconduct using the ANU Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form.

Email: respect@anu.edu.au Website: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/contacts/respectfulrelationships-at-anu

ACCESS AND INCLUSION Access and Inclusion (A&I) is aimed at supporting students within the ANU community whose participation in academic studies is impacted by physical and learning disabilities, mental health conditions, chronic medical conditions and short-term illnesses/conditions as well as carers, international under 18 students and elite athletes. They aim to raise awareness and understanding of disability issues amongst the broader ANU community and enable students with disability to participate fully in university life.

Access and Inclusion helps students to participate fully in their program of study, be academically successful and achieve their personal best through the development of an Education Access Plan. Students are required to register with A&I before services can be provided, this process will require verification of the disability or medical condition through the provision of appropriate documentation and discussion of student's needs. The office will then assess the nature and extent of the disability or medical condition and facilitate the provision of support. This may include the use of equipment, note taking support and reviews of exam and assessment.

Website: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/contacts/access-inclusion Phone: +61 2 6125 5036

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Contact accessibility Accessibility Websites: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/accessibility https://www.anu.edu.au/students/contacts/accessibility Phone: +61 2 6125 5036 Email: access.inclusion@anu.edu.au

Education access plan (EAP) Education Access Plans (EAPs) are plans which take into account a student’s circumstances and outlines reasonable adjustments to ensure the student is supported in achieving their personal best and any impacts on their academic studies is minimised. The LSS encourages all students who think they may require an EAP to seek support from Accessibility as soon as possible as leaving it too late may impact their capacity to implement an EAP in time to support their studies.

Students should begin collecting supporting documentation as soon as practicable as this will allow you to begin the registration process with A&I. Required medical documentation may be found here: Medical documentation | Australian National University. Students must then create a Student Access Portal Account through which they can submit a Registration Form.

Once registered, students may begin to add their supporting documentation. The final step is an appointment with the Disability and Equity Advisor (DEA) to develop a personalised EAP. The appointment details can be organised and accessed through Student Access Portal. For more information on the registration process, please refer to the How to Register | Australian National University page or contact Accessibility.

Remember that EAPs can be accessed by a range of people so please get in touch with A&I if you are unsure about whether you are eligible. Please access the Accessibility website for more circumstance-specific information such as information for Elite Athletes and carers.

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Extensions and adjustments Extensions Students may request an Assessment Extension if they are unable to complete an assessment task (other than an exam) by the due date because of exceptional circumstances beyond their control. Exceptional circumstances are outlined in the following policy: ANU Policy Library Procedure - Student assessment (coursework). Extension requests for Law Courses can be made through the following form: https://law.anu.edu.au/forms/assessment-extension-request Please see the following websites for more information: https://anusa.com.au/welfare/academic/assessmentextension/ https://policies.anu.edu.au/ppl/document/ANUP_004604 https://rsm.anu.edu.au/study/students/applications-assessment-extensions-orextenuating-circumstances

Extenuating Circumstances Application (ECAs) ECAs aim to support students where extenuating circumstances have had a demonstrable and significant impact on a student’s learning experience. If a student fits into any of the following categories, they are encouraged to submit an ECA: You require more than 10 days’ extension for an assessment item worth more than 20% of the final grade; You require extenuating circumstances taken into consideration during the marking of an assessment item that is already submitted (i.e. special consideration); OR You need to apply for a deferred examination because you are unable to sit an examination due to extenuating circumstances.

Possible outcomes for an ECA are: Approved: altered assessment due date; Approved: deferred examination; Approved: alternative assessment; Approved: modified assessment weighting; Not Approved.

For more information on ECAs, who can access them and how to apply please refer to the Extenuating Circumstances Application website.

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CONTACTS LSS Cian Bowes (President) - lss@anu.edu.au Mia Hawke (Vice-President Education) - lsseducation@anu.edu.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ANULSS Website: https://www.anulss.com/ ANUSA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ANUStudentsAssociation Website: https://anusa.com.au/ Phone: (02) 6125 2444 ANUSA College of Law Reps Mitha Mall & Alex Bako Email: sa.col@anu.edu.au College Student and Education Support Team Phone: +61 2 6125 3483 Email: enquiries.law@anu.edu.au