Administrative law 312 (12 points)
(LAW)
Leader: Dr Matthew Groves
Offered:
Clayton Full year 2004 (Day)
Clayton Full year 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: 1. Know and understand the core values in administrative law and be able to evaluate the principles and processes that have developed in terms of those values; 2. Have acquired knowledge and understanding of the various avenues of challenging administrative decisions, and be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the alternative avenues of review; 3. Have developed knowledge and understanding of the basic grounds of judicial review and be able to assess the lawfulness of administrative action; 4. Have developed practical skills in recognising, researching and solving administrative law problems and issues; 5. Have acquired knowledge and practical skills in purposive statutory interpretation to define the scope of statutory powers; 6. Have further developed legal research, writing and legal argument skills by undertaking systematic research, including empirical research and the application of theory, into current issues relating to administrative law.
Assessment: Mid-year examination of 3 hours duration containing a multi-issue problem or problems (Part A - 30%) and an essay question (Part B - 20%) to be chosen from a list of pre-designated topics plus A research paper of between 7,000 and 9,000 words (50%)
Contact Hours: Four hours of lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week
Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process
Corequisites: LAW3200 or LAW3201 Constitutional Law
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