Formal lectures Communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student Class discussion/debate students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class discussions which will develop their analytical, debating and communication skills Tutorials Students will be enabled to examine and debate controversial and complex legal issues and to discuss such matters critically both individually and in groups. E-learning It is envisaged that this module will be supported by online learning materials through the virtual learning environment. Independent learning There will be an emphasis on independent student learning which it is anticipated will encourage strong and autonomous learning practices.
Module Aim:
To provide students with a firm understanding of the law regulating the organisation, composition, functions and procedures of public authorities and their roles in the administrative and executive arm of government.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Define and describe the main rules of administrative law
LO2
Identify and explain the principles of constitutional justice
LO3
Explain and apply the rules, practices and procedures of judicial review of administrative action
LO4
Distinguish between, and critically appraise, the remedies available by way of judicial review
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
The Nature of Public Bodies
• Public Law v Private Law • Types of Public Bodies • Duty to give reasons and follow fair procedures • Freedom of Information Acts • Doctrine of Ultra Vires • Availability of Judicial Review.
Grounds for Judicial Review of Public Bodies
• Bias - Nemo index in causa sua; • Disregard of fair procedures – Natural and Constitutional justice -Audi alteram partem • Legitimate expectation • Unlawful delegation • Error of fact • Unreasonableness doctrine • Proportionality.
Assessment Breakdown
%
End of Module Formal Examination
100.00%
No Continuous Assessment
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
n/a
1,2,3,4
100.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment