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Current reviews
Unit standard 10347 is under review. This standard will be replaced by a new single outcome standard with graded achievement criteria that focuses on evaluation (which aligns with the other Level 3 standards). An application has been made to NZQA’s Quality Assurance Division for a new version to be registered.
Upcoming reviews
The next review of Legal Studies unit standards is scheduled for 2025
Resources and links
- https://seniorsecondary.tki.org.nz/Social-sciences/Legal-studies
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Completed reviews
October 2020 - Revision of Legal Studies unit standards
Details are available in the October 2020 review of Legal Studies unit standards change report.
Main changes
- Relevant legislation, references, terminology and guidance information were updated across the standards to ensure they are current.
- Range items were amended across the set to ensure they are current.
- The titles for unit standards 8551, 8552 and 8555 were amended.
Contact for reviews
For more information and/or comments regarding these unit standards, please email: nqs@nzqa.govt.nz