Welcome from the Dean

Welcome and congratulations on your achievement in entering the School of Law! Our Law School has a tradition of providing the legal profession with outstanding law graduates. As our Honour Code states:

“All lawyers, and those who aspire to be lawyers, need to be reminded of the high ethical standards which are expected of the legal profession. These standards, based upon obligations of honesty and trust, serve not only to protect the interests of those whom a lawyer represents, but they also protect the rule of law which underlies our constitutional and legal system”

As an NDA Law student you will be encouraged to commit yourself to the University’s policy of excellence and service. You will have the opportunity to do this, not only in Western Australia, but to undertake study in overseas jurisdictions including the UK, Ireland and America. You may also be given the chance to represent the Law School in numerous academic competitions including International and National Moot and Client interview competitions where our students have previously had outstanding success at both national and international level. These opportunities and our commitment to practical and ethical skills and small class teaching will prepare you to take an active role in Australian society upon graduation.

University should not just be an academic pursuit however and we encourage you to achieve a ‘work – life’ balance by engaging in the many social, cultural and sporting events that the University and Law School offer. Acquaint yourself with the Student Association and the Notre Dame Law Students’ Society and your time at University will one to remember with fondness.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact any of the Law Staff or email

 

Associate Professor Jane Power,
Dean