Critically assess whether a change in the Australian judicial appointments process would
enhance (1) judicial independence (2) judicial accountability. Indicate either your preferred
change or your recommendation to continue with the status quo, and provide reasons for your
choice.
Word limit: 2500 words
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This Assessment Task relates to the following Learning Outcomes:
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the core concepts of accountability and
responsibility and their role within democratic policy-making
• Identify and critically evaluate dominant theories of accountability and responsibility in
respect of democratic governance, and apply these to specific accountability mechanisms and
specific real-world cases
• Synthesise research findings in relation to the role played by notions of accountability in
Australian governance into a simple, logical and coherent argument to be presented in
referenced, grammatically-correct writing
• Develop the ability to identify research problems or gaps in extant knowledge about
accountability in public policy
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Jermaine Byrant
Nicole Johnson



