James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

LA3105 - Constitutional Law

Subject Description

This subject explores the relationships between the various levels of government: freedoms under the Constitution; parliament, judiciary and the separation of powers; taxation and excise duties; Australia's relationship with other countries; the commercial powers.

Learning Outcomes

• an awareness of the significance of the Constitution to legal practice and in everyday life
• develop an ability to critically appraise political institutions, and acquire an informed view of the role of law in government
• develop the ability to research and analyse primary and secondary sources
• development of written and oral communication skills

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (70%) - Individual
• Written > Research report - (30%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  LA2013 and LA2014 and LA2004

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