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Optional Law subject.
Prerequisite: Constitutional and Administrative Law.
Contact: 2 hours per week
Timetable: Second semester
Objectives:
Students completing this subject should: gain an understanding of diversity among constitutional systems in Europe and Asia; be familiar with diverse foundations of constitutionalism; demonstrate awareness of key comparative constitutional concepts such as separation of powers and responsibilities and constitutional interpretation; gain an understanding of notions of individual and state rights; and be equipped to undertake advanced studies in comparative constitutional law.
Content:
This course comprises an overview of the foundations of constitutionalism using a comparative perspective. It focuses on the historical, cultural, and socio-legal influences which shape constitutions and constitutional interpretation in selected European and Asian jurisdictions; separation of powers; rights and responsibilities; and constitutional amendment. The course will also examine relations between branches of government and other organs of the state, including the judiciary.
Assessment:
Either Research Assignment 5,000 words (80 per cent) and Seminar Paper 1,000 words (20 per cent) or Final Exam 2 hours (60 per cent) and Seminar Paper 2,000 words (40 per cent)Students must select the form of assessment in Week 3 of the course. No changes will be possible.
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Law (Volume 3 page 215)
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