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4. Mark Allocation

(a) Each question will be allocated 25 marks.

(b) The maximum marks available for this paper is 75, and will be weighted to 150.

(c) This paper contributes 50% towards the final assessment.

School-Based Assessment

A research paper of approximately 1500 words, (exclusive of appendices and footnotes) based on any
topic covered in any of the three (3) Modules of the Unit, will be required.

Research Paper – Paper 031

1. Requirements

The research paper presents an opportunity for students to demonstrate the accomplishment
of the skills referred to on page 2 of the syllabus. Specifically, in the research paper, the
student will be required to:

(a) identify an issue in the community;

(b) analyse the law relating to that issue;

(c) apply the relevant legal principles to the issue in the community by using analytical
and problem-solving skills;

(d) demonstrate a sound understanding of the legal issues and concepts;

(e) synthesise the legal issues and debates related to the topic being studied; and,

(f) where appropriate, make suggestions for reform.

Primary Sources of Data

Candidates should use primary sources of data in their research activities. These include
legislation treaties and cases. Information gathered through questionnaires, and face-to-face
interviews may also be used.

Secondary Sources of Data

Secondary sources of data may also be used. These may include text books, law journals,
newspapers, professional law journals, law commission reports or other legal reports and
documentation on cases studied.

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