The Judicialisation of Politics
Subject LAWS70463 (2014)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2014.
Credit Points: | 12.50 |
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Level: | 7 (Graduate/Postgraduate) |
Dates & Locations: | This subject is not offered in 2014. |
Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: The total class time is between 24 and 26 hours. Total Time Commitment: Not available |
Prerequisites: | None |
Corequisites: | None |
Recommended Background Knowledge: |
Applicants without legal qualifications should note that subjects are offered in the discipline of law at an advanced graduate level. While every effort will be made to meet the needs of students trained in other fields, concessions will not be made in the general level of instruction or assessment. Most subjects assume the knowledge usually acquired in a degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent). Applicants should note that admission to some subjects in the Melbourne Law Masters will be dependent upon the individual applicant’s educational background and professional experience. |
Non Allowed Subjects: | None |
Core Participation Requirements: |
The Melbourne Law Masters welcomes applications from students with disabilities. The inherent academic requirements for study in the Melbourne Law Masters are:
Students who feel their disability will inhibit them from meeting these inherent academic requirements are encouraged to contact the Disability Liaison Unit: www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/ |
Contact
For more information, contact the Melbourne Law Masters office.
Email: law-masters@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: +61 3 8344 6190
Website: www.law.unimelb.edu.au/masters
Subject Overview: |
One of the most important features of contemporary constitutionalism is the so-called ‘judicialisation of politics’, that is, the process by which courts have entered the political and policy-making arenas through the decisions they make in the course of constitutional adjudication. For a long time, the phenomenon was associated with the United States, with particular reference to decisions of the Supreme Court. More recently, it is recognised as relevant in the rest of the world as well. Courts increasingly have become key players of the political process, with implications for both politics and law. This subject will examine the origins, characteristics, potential and risks of the judicialisation of politics in both consolidated and non-consolidated democracies. It will encourage students to understand and engage with this crucial aspect of contemporary law and governance. In doing so, it will bring together the perspectives of constitutional law and the other social sciences. The lecturer is a constitutional scholar from Chile who has taught in many regions of the world and brings to the subject broad comparative understanding. Principal topics will include:
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Learning Outcomes: |
A student who has successfully completed this subject will:
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Assessment: | 10,000 word research paper (100%) (4 June) on a topic approved by the subject coordinator |
Prescribed Texts: |
Core subject materials will be provided free of charge to all students. Some subjects require further texts to be purchased. Details regarding any prescribed texts will be provided prior to the commencement of the subject. |
Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Links to further information: | www.law.unimelb.edu.au/subject/LAWS70463/2014 |
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