Programme/Approved Electives for 2022/23
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Aims
To provide a general introduction to administrative law, with particular reference to judicial review, and to provide essential skills in the analysis of doctrinal law.
Intended Learning Outcomes
comprehend, analyse and critically discuss; the relationship between constitutional and administrative law,: 1
identify the impact of 'New Public Management' in administrative law and the nature, function and basis of judicial review and its impact on administrative decision making: 1
show development in skills in reading and analyzing administrative legislation and cases: 1
identify and explain contextual factors, such as political dynamics which shape the legal powers and control of the administration: 1
demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the sources, structures and procedures surrounding administrative law and its relationship to constitutional law: 1
Lectures - 20 hours
Tutorials - 6 hours
Revision session - 2 hours
Tutorial preparation 48 hours
Directed reading and exam preparation 74 hours
Description of Module Assessment
1: Essay weighted 100%Essay with a word limit of 2,000 words (excluding footnotes)
Students must answer one question from a choice of three.