This course deals with the law and policy of anti-discrimination and equal opportunity. The problem of arbitrary denials of equality to many different sorts of groups, in many different aspects of life, is one which is increasingly recognised. The law has an important role as an instrument of public policy in this area. The course examines legal mechanisms , particularly those in Australia, which seek to end or control discrimination. Some aims of the course are to provide a good working knowledge of Australian anti-discrimination law (broadly understood, and covering legislation), as well as informal means of dispute resolution and to encourage a critical assessment of the relevant law and its limits.