Politics and the Constitution - LAWS541
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. 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.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Margaret Kelly |
| Prerequisites: |
(24cp in LAW or LAWS units) or (39cp at 100 level or above including POL207) |
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| NCCW(s): | LAW441, LAW491 |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Macquarie Law School Faculty of Arts |
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