National Security Law is a rapidly evolving field of concern for Government, security agencies, civil rights monitors, and the Australian public. As both the nature of threats (represented by, for example, the 11 September 2001 attacks in the US, or the rise of cyber security as a major national security concern) and the concept of ‘security’ (such as biosecurity) have evolved, legal responses have similarly evolved. 

As new incidents occur or challenges arise, it is often the case that legislative change is one of, if not the, preferred initial response. These changes have been broadly cast - ranging from expanded or refined operating powers and processes for national security agencies, through to the creation of new offences within the widening penumbra of criminalised conduct that surrounds demonstrably terrorist activity.

This course offers a broad brush across a number of issues concerning national security law. The course will commence with a series of building blocks (heads of power, conceptions of security, historical background). This will then allow more detailed exploration of a series of institutional issues (such as the legislative arrangements for important national security institutions, and the ‘security law’ making and monitoring process), practical issues (such as use of force, and use of classified information in prosecutions), and thematic issues (such as the national security – civil rights balancing debate).

To develop their knowledge and skills, students will engage with pre-class readings and podcasts followed by interactive seminars involving presentations and panels with guest speakers, active and collaborative learning activities and discussions.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Evaluate the main features of the way Australian national security institutions are organised and the legal basis on which they operate, including accountability mechanisms.
2. Critically analyse the main features of Australian national security institutions, how these institutions are organised and their legal basis.
3. Interpret and reflect on the main features of the framework of Australian national security law, how this legal framework developed and how it currently operates.
4. Research, examine and critically analyse, practical and thematic issues arising from the way in which national security institutions and laws have developed and currently operate in Australia.

Research-Led Teaching

This course is closely informed by past and current research carried out by Dr Dominique Dalla-Pozza. She is a Senior Lecturer at the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy. Dom conducts research on Australian Public Law and the process by which Australian national security law has been enacted. She has a particular interest in legislative responses to counter-terrorism. From 2006 to 2010 she was a PhD candidate with the Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law at the Faculty of Law at the University of New South Wales where she developed her interest in National Security Law. In 2010 she completed her PhD titled 'The Australian Approach to Enacting Counter-Terrorism Laws'. She has published on many different aspects of Australia's national security law framework. Additionally, the guest speakers who have agreed to give presentations in this course have been selected because they have significant experience practicing and/or researching in national security law, or related national security issues.

Required Resources

Required Text:

Danielle Ireland-Piper (ed) National Security Law in Australia (The Federation Press, 2024)

Required Legislation and Additional Required Reading will be will be made available on Canvas two weeks prior to the course commencement date.

Recommended Resources

Whether you are on campus or studying online, there are a variety of online platforms you will use to participate in your study program. These could include videos for lectures and other instruction, two-way video conferencing for interactive learning, email and other messaging tools for communication, interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities, print and/or photo/scan for handwritten work and drawings, and home-based assessment.

ANU outlines recommended student system requirements to ensure you are able to participate fully in your learning. Other information is also available about the various Learning Platforms you may use.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

(a) Written comments on all assessment items

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). Feedback can also be provided to Course Conveners and teachers via the Student Experience of Learning & Teaching (SELT) feedback program. SELT surveys are confidential and also provide the Colleges and ANU Executive with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement.

Other Information

Task submission times refer to Canberra time (AEST/AEDT).

Extensions, late submission and penalties: https://law.anu.edu.au/extensions-late-submission-and-penalties

Extenuating circumstances: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/assessments-exams/extenuating-circumstances-application

Deferred examination: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/assessments-exams/deferred-examinations

Penalties for excess word length: https://law.anu.edu.au/word-length-and-excess-word-penalties

Distribution of grades policy: https://law.anu.edu.au/grading

Assessment Reviews and Appeals: https://law.anu.edu.au/assessment-review-and-appeals

Further information about the course is available from the course Canvas page. Students are required to access the Canvas site regularly throughout the course for any announcements relating to the course.

 

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The ANU Academic Integrity website provides information about services available to assist students with their assignments, examinations and other learning activities, as well as providing clear guidance on the responsible and ethical use of AI technologies.

The following resources may also be useful:

• The ANU Library's Libguide is a valuable resource for gaining a comprehensive understanding of AI's role in academia.

• The ANU Academic Skills site provides useful information to ensure that you leverage AI responsibly and effectively.

• The ANU Law School Academic Integrity and Misconduct site provides content related to legal implications, ethical guidelines, and considerations when dealing with AI in the context of law.

Use of Generative AI Tools in Assessment

All work submitted for assessment at the ANU Law School must be your own independent and original work.

This means that generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools must not be used to draft assessment content, unless explicitly instructed by the course convenor. While limited use of AI tools to support learning may be permitted, for example, to assist with expression, structure, or the refinement of ideas, AI must not be used to generate primary text, legal analysis, or substantive content.

Inappropriate use of AI may constitute a breach of the Academic Integrity Rule 2021. For law students, academic integrity breaches may have serious professional consequences, as breaches must be disclosed to the relevant admissions authority.

Students are at university to develop critical skills in legal reasoning, analysis, and written communication. This requires active engagement with assessment tasks and the drafting and refinement of one’s own work. While AI tools may assist with polishing expression or organisation, they must not replace your reasoning, judgment, or authorship.

Used appropriately, AI can be a helpful tool for editing, planning, and limited refinement. However, AI should only be applied to small portions of text. Submitting work generated in large part by AI increases the risk of poor academic outcomes and academic integrity concerns.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Prior to Week 1 All topics covered in Podcasts released by COB 17 February 2026Topics covered in this week include: Welcome and Intro to the Course 1 x 30 minute podcast General conceptions of national security; 1 x 1 hour podcast (Guest lecture TBC) Week 1 (4 Hours In Person/Online)Class 1: Tuesday 24 FebruaryHour 1: Legal Structures for the Australian National Intelligence Community (I)Hour 2 (Seminar Activity): Working with understandings of national security Class 2: Wednesday 25 FebruaryHour 1: Legal Structures for the Australian National Intelligence Community (II)Hour 2: (Seminar Activity) Structure of the National Intelligence Community	In 2026 this course will be taught over six weeks form 5pm-7pm, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 24 Feb - 1 April 2026. It will be held in person and online (simultaneously). Please consult MyTimetable for the room location. The zoom link for the classes will be available on CANVAS.There will be 2 x 2 hour sessions held each week. In general, there will be 1 hour of 'content delivery' in each session and 1 hour of a 'seminar activity'. Some of the content sessions will be delivered by guest lecturers, but the bulk of the content will be delivered by the course convenor.Additionally, there will be 2.5 hours of pre-recorded material (podcast style) which students will be expected to listen to. In line with the University’s recording policy, lectures, seminars and lectorials will be recorded and made available for students on Echo360. However, lecture recordings are only an additional resource, and they should not be taken as a substitute for regular online attendance. If a recording does fail, there is no guarantee a replacement recording will be provided. Please note that the panel discussion may not be recorded.AT 1 Part A (Class Participation) CommencesSet Question for AT2 (Law Reform Assessment or Case Note) Released 24 February 2026
2	Week 2 4 Hours In Person/ Online + 1 Hour PodcastPre-recorded podcast Examples of National Security Laws I: The Australian Counter-Terrorism Law Framework Podcast Available by COB 27 February 2026Class 1: Tuesday 3 March 2026Hour 1: Constitutional Issues for National Security Lawyers Hour 2: (Seminar Activity) Case Analysis DiscussionClass 2: Wedneday 4 March 2026Hour 1 Examples of National Security Laws I: The Australian Counter-Terrorism Law Framework (continued)Hour 2: (Seminar Activity) Application of Law/Statutory Explanaiton Activity (TBC)	AT3 Research Essay Questions and Oral 'Q&A Discussion' Prompts Released Tuesday 3 March 2026
3	Week 3(4 Hours In Person/Online)Tuesday 10 March 2026Hour 1 Examples of National Security Laws II: Espionage, Foreign InterferenceHour 2: (Seminar Activity): Application of Law Activity (TBC)Wednesday 11 March 2026Hour 1: Examples of National Security Laws III: Foreign Arrangements and Foreign Influence Hour 2 (Seminar Activity): Statuory Explanation Activity (TBC)	AT 1 Part A (Class Participation) Concludes (at the end of this week)
4	Week 3 (4 Hours In Person/Online)Tuesday 17 March 2026Hour 1:Special Powers Given to ASIO to Respond to national Security Threats + National Security Law Making ProcessHour 2: (Seminar Activity): Application of Law Activty (TBC)Wednesday 18 March 2026Hour 1 Electronic Surveillance LawHour 2: (Seminar Activity): Group Discussion Questions	AT 1 Part B (Class Participation) Commences
5	Week 5 (4 Hours In Person/Online)Tuesday 25 March 2026Hour 1: National Security Information (Guest Lecture TBC)Hour 2: (Seminar Acivity) Group Discussion Questions (TBC)Wednesday 26 March 2026Hour 1: Terrorism TrialsHour 2: Application of Law Problem	AT2 Law Reform Assessment or Case Note Due Monday 24 March 2026
6	Week 6 (4 Hours In Person/Online)Tuesday 31 March 2026Hour 1: Post Sentence Detention + Countering Violent Extremism and the Law (Guest Lecture TBC)Hour 2: (Seminar Activity) 1 x  Discussion Question Wednesday 1 April 2026Hour 1:Cyber Security and Critical InfrastructureHour 2: Future Challenges and Course Wrap up	AT 1 Part B (Class Participation) concludes (31 March 2026)Note that AT3 due dates fall after teaching in the course is complete: The AT3 Research Essay is due 30 April 2026 The AT3 Oral 'Q&A Discussions will be held online on zoom between Tuesday 7 April 2026 and Friday 10 April 2026

Tutorial Registration

There are no tutorials for this course.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Seminar Activity Participation	10 %	*	*	1,2, 3
Law Reform Assessment or Case Note	30 %	23/03/2026	13/04/2026	1,2,3,4
Research Essay and Oral Q&A Session	60 %	30/04/2026	*	1,2,3,4,

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines , which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Integrity Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Extenuating Circumstances Application
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
• Code of practice for teaching and learning

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Skills website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Canvas’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

For all courses taught in any mode (whether face to face or online), the ANU Law School considers participation in the classes offered to be an important part of the educational experience of the program. Students are expected to attend all classes.

If circumstances arise which are beyond a student’s control and they are unable to attend a class, the student should contact the Course Convenor in advance (where possible), so that the convenor can adjust their expectations in relation to numbers for that class. If it is not possible to give advance notice, students should send the convenor an email as soon as possible with evidence to support the reason for failure to attend. 

Examination(s)

There is no examination for this course.

Assessment Task 1

Seminar Activity Participation

Details of Task: The Seminars are an integral part of this course. As indicated in the course outline above there will be 1-2 Seminar Activities each week. These seminar activities are designed to be interactive. They allow students to reflect on the material in the required readings and other material introduced in each of the content sessions. Specific seminar activities for each week will be released on CANVAS in advance of each of the Seminars. These activities will be a combination of questions directed to individuals (such as asking students to reflect on the presentation given by a guest speaker, or critically engage with key ideas presented in the required reading) and group activities (where students will be asked to work in groups during seminars to prepare small presentations or group responses to set questions or scenarios). The course convenor (who will lead all the Seminars) will also lead discussion and ask questions during the in class discussions.

These seminars are designed so that students studying the course in person, and online will have equal opportunities to participate (and indeed will be able to work together using the hybrid teaching model).

Weighting: 10%

Students will have their participation and contribution to eight seminar activities assessed in two increments: Part A and Part B

• Part A: 5% of the overall mark will be awarded based on participation in all seminar activities in Week 1-3 (inclusive)
• Part B: 5 % of the overall mark will be awarded based on participation in all seminar activities in Weeks 4- 6 (noting that there will be no seminar activity on Wednesday 1 April 2026, which is the last day of teaching for this course)

Students will receive a marked rubric and brief written feedback at the end of each of these two participation periods.

Nature of Task: Compulsory and non-redeemable. Failure to attend and participate in any of the seminars in the nominated where participation will be assessed will result in 0 being awarded for each Part of the task.

Release: The seminar tasks/questions will be released by 3 pm on the Friday of the Week before. So, the Seminar activities for Week 1 (where participation will be assessed) will be released by 3 pm of the Friday of the week prior to class beginning, and the seminar activities for Week 2 will be released by 3 pm in Week 1 (and so on).

Due date:

Part A: Students participation will be assessed in all of the Seminars that take place in Weeks 1-3(inclusive);

Part B: Students participation will be assessed in all of the Seminars that take place in Weeks 4-6 (inclusive) except the classes that take place on Wednesday 1 April 2026

Due to the nature of the task, late submissions or extensions are not permitted.

If you are unable to present on the day due to extenuating circumstances and have documentation, please contact your convenor.

Extenuating circumstances that may warrant approval may include, but are not limited to:

- medical reasons (student injury, illness or medical condition);

- family/personal reasons (family injury or illness, bereavement);

- cultural or religious commitments; where a cultural or religious event conflicts with the scheduled tutorial.

Please note that approval will not be given for work related reasons.

Estimated Return date: A completed rubric and brief (1-2 sentences) written feedback will be provided via CANVAS as follows:

Part A: Tuesday 17 March 2026

Part B: Tuesday 7 April 2026

Assessment Criteria: Students will be assessed on their engagement with key concepts, readings and participation in the Seminar Activities. An assessment rubric for this task will be made available on CANVAS in Week 1.

Assessment Task 2

Law Reform Assessment or Case Note

Details of Task: Set question Law Reform assessment or case note. This assessment task will focus upon applying relevant law and legal principles to a hypothetical law reform style task, assessing the impact of the relevant statutory provisions and justifying suggested changes to them/ OR discussing the significance of a recent case. The exact scope of this task will be confirmed on Canvas.

Nature of Task: Compulsory and non-redeemable. Failure to submit this assessment will result in a mark of zero for this assessment task.

Weighting: 30%

Release: 24 February 2026. The topic is set and will be released on Canvas.

Word Limit: 2000 words, excluding footnotes. A bibliography is NOT required. The ANU Law School's Word Length and Excess Word penalties policy can be found here.

Submission Requirements: Footnotes should be used for the referencing of all sources. All references should be compliant with the current edition of the Australian Guide to Legal Citation. Your submission must be made in a word processing file format (.doc, .docx). PDF files will not be accepted. Any acceptable use AI to complete this task will be permitted, and acceptable uses of AI will be explained in class and in the task instructions. All use of AI must be acknowledged.

Due Date: 5pm, Monday, 23 March 2026. Late submissions (without an extension) are permitted, but late penalties will apply. 

Estimated Return Date: 13 April 2026

Assessment Criteria:

The Assessment Criteria will be set out in a rubric to be released on Canvas but will include

• answering the question(s) asked
• identification of the legal issues raised from the questions
• legal principles stated/explained accurately
• legal principles stated/explained in appropriate detail
• recognition and evaluation of judicial and/or statutory ambiguities and ‘grey areas’
• originality/innovation in approach to issues
• clear conclusions/recommendations made

Assessment Task 3

Research Essay and Oral Q&A Session

Details of Task: Students will select from a selection of essay topics provided by the course convenor. A series of 'Question and Answer Discussion Questions' will also be released. These topics and Discussion Questions will be released by Tuesday 3 March 2026.

Nature of Task: Compulsory and non-redeemable. Failure to submit this assessment will result in a mark of zero for this assessment task.

Weighting: 60% (50% for Part I (the research essay); 10% for Part II (the Oral Q&A session))

Word Limit:

Part I: 3000 words, excluding footnotes. The ANU Law School's Word Length and Excess Word penalties policy can be found here.

Part II: Each Oral Q&A session will last for 10 minutes.

Due Date:

Part I: 5 pm, Thursday, 30 April 2026. Late submissions (without an extension) are permitted, but late penalties will apply. Please be aware that if you are in your final course(s), any late submissions may delay your conferral date.

Part II: The Q&A Discussion sessions will be held on zoom between 4 pm and 8 pm on Tuesday 7 April 2026 - Friday 10 April 2026 (inclusive). Students will select a 10-minute timeslot on one of those days to hold their Oral Q&A with the Course Convenor. These sessions will be recorded.

Due to the nature of the task, late submissions or extensions are not permitted. Any submission after the due time will not be accepted and a mark of zero will be awarded.

If you are unable to present on the day due to extenuating circumstances and have documentation, please contact your convenor.

Extenuating circumstances that may warrant approval may include, but are not limited to:

- medical reasons (student injury, illness or medical condition);

- family/personal reasons (family injury or illness, bereavement);

- cultural or religious commitments; where a cultural or religious event conflicts with the scheduled tutorial.

Please note that approval will not be given for work related reasons.

Estimated Return Date: Results for non-standard sessions will be released approximately one month from the course end date.

Assessment Criteria: Part I

A rubric will be made available, but the marking criteria will include

a)   Understanding of the Issues

• addresses the question and covers all the important points
• evidence of close consideration of the question and the research materials drawn on
• issues raised by the topic are clearly and concisely identified
• material chosen relates clearly to the topic and is analysed not just summarised or quoted extensively

c)   Argument/Analysis

• Clear argument developed
• originality of ideas and critical analysis of the material
• complexity and insight in dealing with theory/ideas
• suggestions for change where appropriate
• interdisciplinary perspective where appropriate
• addressing opposing arguments
• well-reasoned conclusions

d)   Research

• research covering primary and secondary materials
• good organisation of sources and ability to synthesise all the research materials used
• use of theoretical material where appropriate
• range of research sources
• integration of material from research resources into the essay

e)   Presentation, style and referencing

• good use of structure, section headings and paragraphs
• clarity and conciseness of expression, interesting and engaging of reader
• use of appropriate terminology and correct grammar, syntax and spelling
• full and accurate footnotes together with a bibliography
• style according to Australian Guide to Legal Citation
• adherence to word limit

Assessment Criteria: Part II

• Answering the question(s) asked;
• Ability to reflect on key elements of the research process
• Ability to express themselves in an oral form, clearly and in a structured way.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. The University’s students are an integral part of that community. The academic integrity principle commits all students to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support, academic integrity, and to uphold this commitment by behaving honestly, responsibly and ethically, and with respect and fairness, in scholarly practice.

The University expects all staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle, the Academic Integrity Rule 2021, the Policy: Student Academic Integrity and Procedure: Student Academic Integrity, and to uphold high standards of academic integrity to ensure the quality and value of our qualifications.

The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 is a legal document that the University uses to promote academic integrity, and manage breaches of the academic integrity principle. The Policy and Procedure support the Rule by outlining overarching principles, responsibilities and processes. The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 commences on 1 December 2021 and applies to courses commencing on or after that date, as well as to research conduct occurring on or after that date. Prior to this, the Academic Misconduct Rule 2015 applies.

 

The University commits to assisting all students to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. All coursework students must complete the online Academic Integrity Module (Epigeum), and Higher Degree Research (HDR) students are required to complete research integrity training. The Academic Integrity website provides information about services available to assist students with their assignments, examinations and other learning activities, as well as understanding and upholding academic integrity.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. You must ensure that you upload the correct document on the specified submission due date and time. Any document modified after the due date and time will either incur a late penalty or will NOT be accepted. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education), submission must be through Turnitin in a word processing file format (.doc, .docx). Electronic copies in .pdf file format are not acceptable.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
• Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item.
• Late submission is not accepted for tests or examinations.
• Late submission with an extension. To ensure equity for all students, the 5% penalty per working day for late submission of work does not apply if you have been granted an extension. Where an extension is granted, the revised due date and submission time will be provided in writing. Importantly, any revised due date is inclusive of weekends and public holidays. Regardless of which day of the week the revised due date falls on, students who submit after that date will be penalised by 5% of the possible marks available for the task per 24-hour period.

Referencing Requirements

The Academic Skills website has information to assist you with your writing and assessments. The website includes information about Academic Integrity including referencing requirements for different disciplines. There is also information on Plagiarism and different ways to use source material. Any use of artificial intelligence must be properly referenced. Failure to properly cite use of Generative AI will be considered a breach of academic integrity.

Returning Assignments

All marks and feedback will be provided by the return date listed in the class summary. 

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

• Maximum Submissions: Students can submit up to three times per assessment.

• Final Submission Counts: Only the last uploaded version will be marked — provided it is uploaded before marking begins.

• Late Submissions: If submitted after the due date, the final version will still be marked, but late penalties will apply (unless an extension has been approved).

• No Submissions After Return Date: Once the return-of-assessment date has passed, NO submissions will be accepted.

• Marking Already Started: If a marker has already begun marking a version, that version will be the one assessed — even if a newer one is uploaded later.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.
In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Access and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents all ANU students