Defending the home: R v Marv and Harry
Students step into a simulated moot court inspired by the Home Alone movie scenario
Essentials of mooting
Students learn about the different legal professions and role play a scripted course scene.
Workshop overview
| Year level | 11 to 12 |
| Capacity | 16-32 students. If you want to bring more students, email highschool.workshops@qut.edu.au |
| When | School days: Monday-Friday |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Where | QUT Gardens Point, Science and Engineering Centre |
| Cost | Free (late cancellation fees apply. See terms and conditions.) |
Workshop details
In this half-day workshop, students participate in a simulated moot court based on the Home Alone movie scenario.
Taking on the roles of legal professionals, teams will analyse the fictional case, examining key issues such as the burden and standard of proof in criminal cases, and the elements of particular offences in the Queensland Criminal Code (such as burglary).
This hands-on workshop offers an immersive experience in the criminal justice system, fostering skills in legal reasoning, public speaking, and critical legal thinking.
Through interactive debates and case analysis, participants will sharpen their advocacy skills while exploring real-world legal principles in a fun and engaging environment.
Moot Challenge extension experience
Enhance your Moot Court Challenge experience with the Research for Legal Studies add-on experience. This 1-hour session introduces students to the fundamentals of legal research and is designed to complement the Moot Court Challenge.
Students will learn:
- the difference between general and legal research
- the legal research process and how to plan a search strategy
- how to find legislation, case law, and use free legal resources
- the distinction between primary and secondary sources
- why and how to track cases.
This experience can only be booked with the Moot Court Challenge. It is not available as a stand-alone or with other workshops.
Curriculum links
Year 11 and 12 QCAA
Legal Studies Senior Syllabus
- Unit 1: Beyond reasonable doubt
Topic 3: Criminal trial process
Contact us
If you have any questions, comments or feedback about the QUT High School Student Connections program, we'd love to hear from you.