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LAW441: Politics and the Constitution
This unit analyses the practical effects of the Constitution and its interpretation upon Australian political life. It places the case law as determined by judges in its historical context, and shows how this has affected the development of Australian politics. In doing so, the unit examines the interaction of the Constitution, history and politics in Australia, in particular: ideas of constitutionalism and governance; the effect of ideology on drafting; Commonwealth-State relations; elections; the roles of Crown, the Senate and the House of Representations; the Executive; the economy; and throughout the role of the High Court's interpretation for Australian political life and governance. The unit demonstrates that the Constitution is a living force, not just mere words on paper.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | 4 |
| When Offered: | D2 - Day; Offered in the second half-year X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year (Session Dates: 20-21 September) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Margaret Kelly |
| Prerequisites: |
6cp in LAW units at 300 level (P) |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Macquarie Law School |
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