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The University of Texas at Austin School of Law

Comparative Constitutional Law

  • Semester: Spring 2008
  • Course ID: 279M
  • Credit Hours: 2
  • Unique: 28315

Course Information

Registration Information

  • Upperclass-only elective

Meeting Times

Day Time Location
MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI 10:30 - 11:20 am TNH 3.115

Evaluation Method

Type Date Time Location
Final exam March 21, 2008 8:30 am A-Z in 2.138

Description

The course provides a comparative survey of various legal systems including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, South Africa and the United States. Following an introduction to comparative methodology and the function of comparative law in the legislative and judicial spheres, the course focuses on a shortlist of specific issues. These include the legislative process, the function of second chambers, the separation of powers, electoral systems, federalism, judicial review, and the protection of human rights.

Instructors

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