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Guides, videos, factsheets, links and other material to learn about the law.
Guides, videos, factsheets, links and other material to learn about the law.
Here is a link to the VLRC's teacher and students resource page.
This video provides a great overview of topics used throughout the Legal Studies Study Design, with specific attention to Unit 1. It also neatly describes the principles of justice.
Contains a summary of the most important cases on the external affairs power and how it is used to implement international treaty obligations (paragraphs 5.3-5.61); summary of the extent of the Commonwealth's external affairs power (paragraphs 5.62-5.65)
Help students understand the issues surrounding the forcible removal of Indigenous people in Australian history.
Chief Judge Peter Kidd talks about his journey to becoming a judge and answers questions from students about his experiences.
This page explains how Australia engages with international human rights treaties—from signing and ratifying to making them effective at home through our laws. Learn about the key rights covered, the treaties Australia has agreed to, and what needs to happen for these global commitments to become part of our national legal system.
Provides information on the court processes in a criminal case, including giving evidence and the various roles that people play in a hearing.
A series of videos showcasing the mock ADR processes can be found here
Learn about a case study of a successful peer to peer education project that was recently completed in Hume LGA, addressing the issue of family violence in the area.
The VEC’s Passport to Democracy is a dynamic educational program that empowers students and young voters to research, campaign, and run mock elections—helping them understand how government works and how to make their voices heard. With free toolkits, engaging activities, and classroom-ready resources, it turns election basics into interactive learning that builds real-world civic skills.
Summary of the different Victorian courts and tribunals.
Understand which laws apply in Victoria and who’s who in the legal sector.