Public Administrative Law
- Law
- 300 level
- 3 credit units
- 79 pages
- 10 units
This course is designed to x-ray some of the laws that guide administrative behavior amongst public servants in Nigeria. It will examine the extent of the adherence of the provisions as regards to the workings of the organs of government in Nigeria. Relevant cases of administrative breeches will be cited in the course of our analysis. It will also examine the principles of separations, the rule of law, delegated legislation and the like.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PUL337, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PUL337 · MODULE 1 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES
Administrative law or the law relating to public administration defies almost any precise definition or limitation. Dicey, in the 19th century, held the view that there was no administrative law in England in the sense that there was no concise and separate system of administrative law as it was to be found in many Continental countries, like France.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the nature and scope of administrative law.
- Explain constitutional concepts relevant to administrative law.
- Analyze the role of public corporations.
- Evaluate delegated legislation and its control.
- Apply certiorari and mandamus in administrative law.
- Discuss declarations and injunctions as remedies.
- Explain habeas corpus and quo warranto.
- Understand administrative adjudication.
What it prepares you for
- Legal Advisor
- Public Administrator
- Policy Analyst
- Compliance Officer
- Government Relations Manager
- Government
- Public Sector
- Legal Services
- Regulatory Agencies
- Non-profit Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 3: Certiorari in Administrative Law
Certiorari requires understanding complex legal procedures and precedents for judicial review of administrative decisions.
- Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 4: Mandamus
Mandamus involves intricate knowledge of public duties and legal obligations of administrative bodies.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES
Unit 1: Nature and Scope of Administrative Law · 2 hours
Read the definition of administrative law and its scope.. Understand the distinction between administrative and constitutional law.. Complete the tutor-marked assignment..
- Week 2Module 1: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES
Unit 2: Constitutional Concepts · 2 hours
Study the rule of law and its implications.. Understand the concept of separation of powers.. Explore constitutional conventions and ministerial responsibilities..
- Week 3Module 1: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES
Unit 3: Public Corporations as Agents of African Governments · 2 hours
Examine the role of public corporations as agents of African governments.. Classify different types of corporations.. Analyze the functions and powers of these corporations..
- Week 4Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 1: Delegated Legislation · 2 hours
Define delegated legislation and its purpose.. Discuss the reasons for and criticisms against delegated legislation.. Understand the role of the executive in delegated legislation..
- Week 5Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 2: External Control of Delegated Legislation · 2 hours
Examine the external control of delegated legislation by the legislature.. Understand legislative control and scrutiny.. Analyze the participation of the legislature in subsidiary law-making..
- Week 6Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 3: Certiorari in Administrative Law · 2 hours
Understand the law of certiorari.. Identify when the order of certiorari is issued by the court.. Study relevant case laws..
- Week 7Module 2: LEGISLATIONS
Unit 4: Mandamus · 2 hours
Define mandamus and its purpose.. Understand the scope and limitations of mandamus.. Study relevant case laws..
- Week 8Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Unit 1: Declaration and Injunctions · 2 hours
Understand the concept of declarations.. Analyze cases involving declaratory judgments.. Complete the tutor-marked assignment..
- Week 9Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Unit 1: Declaration and Injunctions · 2 hours
Study the law of injunctions.. Classify different types of injunctions.. Understand the application of injunctions in administrative law..
- Week 10Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Unit 2: Writs of Habeas corpus and Quo Warrantor · 2 hours
Define the writ of habeas corpus.. Understand the purpose and application of habeas corpus.. Study relevant case laws..
- Week 11Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Unit 2: Writs of Habeas corpus and Quo Warrantor · 2 hours
Define the writ of quo warranto.. Understand the purpose and application of quo warranto.. Study relevant case laws..
- Week 12Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Unit 3 Administrative Adjudications · 2 hours
Define administrative adjudication.. Understand the constitutionality of administrative adjudication.. Analyze the need for administrative adjudication..
- Week 13Module 3: REDRESS OF GRIEVIANCES
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all modules and units.. Focus on key concepts and case laws.. Prepare for final examination..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all study units and focus on key concepts.
- Pay close attention to case laws and their applications.
- Practice answering past examination questions.
- Create summaries of each module to aid recall.
- Allocate sufficient time for revision and seek clarification on difficult topics.
- Understand the differences between certiorari, mandamus, and other remedies.
Questions students ask about this course
What is PUL337 about?
This course is designed to x-ray some of the laws that guide administrative behavior amongst public servants in Nigeria. It will examine the extent of the adherence of the provisions as regards to the workings of the organs of government in Nigeria. Relevant cases of administrative breeches will be cited in the course of our analysis. It will also examine the principles of separations, the rule of law, delegated legislation and the like.
How many units does PUL337 have?
PUL337, Public Administrative Law, has 10 units across 3 modules, over 79 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PUL337?
PUL337 carries 3 credit units, at 300 level in Law.
Is PUL337 hard?
PUL337 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does PUL337 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is PUL337 assessed?
PUL337 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with PUL337?
Legal Advisor, Public Administrator, Policy Analyst, Compliance Officer and Government Relations Manager.