Administrative law 306 (6 points)
(LAW)
Leader: Dr John Howe/Dr Matthew Groves
Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 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: Option 1: Final examination (2 hours plus 30 minutes reading/noting time) containing multi-issue problem(s) (Part A of Option 2): 60% and research assignment (3000 words): 40% OR Option 2: Final examination (3 hours plus 30 minutes reading/noting time) containing multi-issue problem(s) (Part A): 60% and an essay question (Part B): 40%.
Contact Hours: Four hours of lectures per week and one 1-hour tutorial each fortnight
Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process
Corequisites: LAW3200 or LAW3201 Constitutional Law
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