LAW4112

Current problems in constitutional law 406 (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: Professor HP Lee

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (Day)

Synopsis: Selected contemporary problems in Australian constitutional law. The approaches of the High Court to judicial review of executive and legislative acts and constitutional interpretation. Implication of constitutional rights and prohibitions. Separation of powers. Legal consequences of unconstitutionality. Proposals for and processes of constitutional change.

Assessment: Written research assignment (5000 words): 50% + Final examination (2 hours): 50%

Contact Hours: Three hours of lectures per week

Prerequisites: LAW3200