730-352 Law in the People's Republic of China

Legal Method and Reasoning; Principles of Public Law; Torts; Legal Theory or in each case their equivalents.

This subject encourages students to develop an understanding of the political, social and economic forces which influence the purpose and shape of law in the People's Republic of China. The subject provides students with an overview of the legal system and legal institutions in China. We examine the nature of legal controls over the exercise of state power and the extent to which they are effective. Legal principles that govern relations between citizens and the state and that provide for special treatment of certain groups will also be considered. Developments in the regulation of economic activities such as trade, investment and labour will be discussed. For each of these topics, students will be asked to consider the influence that the changing political and social environment has had on the development and operation of these regulatory regimes.

Note: The essay in this subject is regarded as a substantial piece of legal writing for honours purposes.

Research essay 5000 words 100% (due end of semester) OR final examination 3 hours 100%. If the enrolment in more than 50 students must sit the examination.

If the enrolment is more than 50 students, students must sit the examination and may not choose to write a 5000 word essay.

Printed materials will be issued by the Faculty of Law.