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Drafting Process

This course deals with the general procedures followed in the preparation of legislation and the law-making process. It emphasizes stages with which Legislative Counsel are principally concerned, focusing on instructions from the client. The course equips students with the ability to describe legislative proposals, explain the functions of administrators and Legislative Counsel, and analyze instructions. It also covers drafting, scrutiny, and validation of legislative texts.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Legislative DraftingLaw-making ProcessLegal ProvisionsDrafting InstructionsBill Preparation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Legislative Process

2

Drafting Techniques

3

Policy Formulation

4

Statutory Interpretation

5

Bill Analysis

6

Legislative Instructions

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Legislative Counsel

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Legal Drafter

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Policy Analyst

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Legal Advisor

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentLaw FirmsLegislative BodiesRegulatory Agencies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: General considerations / Stages in the preparation of legislation

2 study hours
  • •Read introduction to legislative drafting and stages in preparing legislation.
  • •Understand the roles of administrators and legislative counsel.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: How is drafting undertaken?

2 study hours
  • •Examine the policy formulation process.
  • •Analyze the techniques for policy evaluation and appraisal.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Initiating Legislation

2 study hours
  • •Study the importance of allocating a place in the legislative program.
  • •Understand the process of government approval for a Bill.
Week
4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Instructing the Drafter

3 study hours
  • •Examine the roles instructions play in drafting.
  • •Understand the relationship between the drafter and client on policy matters.
Week
5

Module 1:

3h

Unit 5: Designing the Plan

3 study hours
  • •Learn to devise a legislative scheme.
  • •Understand the function and benefits of a legislative plan.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Composing the Text

3 study hours
  • •Focus on selecting suitable language.
  • •Draft central provisions to give effect to the new policy.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Scrutinizing the Draft

3 study hours
  • •Check for legal compliance with the constitution and existing laws.
  • •Ensure effectiveness, fairness, and consistency of procedures.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Validating the Draft

2 study hours
  • •Understand the steps to validate the draft.
  • •Examine the role of the drafter during the legislative process.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Getting Instructions

2 study hours
  • •Learn about the form in which instructions should be given.
  • •Understand what questions instructions should answer.
Week
10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: Analysing Instructions

2 study hours
  • •Analyze instructions to understand legislative proposals.
  • •Identify elements on which statutory provisions are needed.
Week
11

Module 1:

4h

Review Module 1

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 1 units and assignments.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignments.
Week
12

Module 2:

4h

Review Module 2

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2 units and assignments.
  • •Practice composing legislative texts.
Week
13

Course Revision

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Final revision of all course materials.
  • •Focus on key concepts and exam preparation.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review key concepts from each unit weekly.

2

Practice analyzing sample instructions and drafting provisions.

3

Create a checklist for scrutinizing drafts.

4

Focus on understanding the legislative process and roles of different actors.

5

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments and feedback.

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