CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
LAW5CSL
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Constitutional Law is a compulsory subject in the Juris Doctor program offered by the La Trobe Law School. This subject introduces students to a number of important topics pertaining to federal and state constitutional law in Australia. This includes an examination of the basic concepts and doctrines relating to Australia's federal structure as well as the sources and limits of Commonwealth and state legislative power. A number of specific Commonwealth heads of power will be examined and relevant scope and characterisation issues explored. Students will subsequently consider how various restrictions on these heads of power, such as Chapter III judicial power and express and implied constitutional freedoms, operate in a situational context. Students will also canvass concepts relating to federal/state relations, including the rules governing inconsistency of laws. This subject seeks to develop student's constitutional problem-solving skills as well as aiming to impart a theoretical appreciation of the significance of Australian constitutionalism.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMadelaine Chiam
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW5PMI and LAW5CNA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia | Prescribed | NA | NA |
| Readings | Hanks Australian Constitutional Law: Materials and Commentary | Recommended | Latest Edition | LexisNexis |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
03. Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles and doctrines which underpin Australian constitutional law.
- Activities:
- Online Test, Written Assignment, End of semester exam
04. Demonstrate advanced problem- solving skills using constitutional and interpretative methods.
- Activities:
- End of semester exam
06. Critique principles and doctrines of Australian constitutional law.
- Activities:
- Online Test, Written Assignment, End of semester exam
Subject options
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City Campus, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMadelaine Chiam
Class requirements
Lecture/Seminar
Week:
10
-
22
One 2.5 hours lecture/seminar per week
on weekdays
at night
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via blended.
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
10
-
22
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online test (Word equivalent 1000 words) | 20 | 03, 06 | |
| Written Assignment (2000 words) | 30 | 03, 06 | |
| Final Examination - 3 Hours (3000 word equivalent) | 50 | 03, 04, 06 |
City Campus, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMadelaine Chiam
Class requirements
Lecture/Seminar
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.5 hours lecture/seminar per week
on weekdays
at night
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
31
-
43
One 6.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period
on weekdays
at night
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online test (Word equivalent 1000 words) | 20 | 03, 06 | |
| Written Assignment (2000 words) | 30 | 03, 06 | |
| Final Examination - 3 Hours (3000 word equivalent) | 50 | 03, 04, 06 |