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PUL801Law3 Unitsintermediate

Comparative Constitutional Law I

This course provides an in-depth exploration of comparative constitutional law, focusing on the Nigerian context and comparing it with other jurisdictions. It examines the definition, scope, sources, and functions of constitutional law. The course also covers the historical development of constitutional structures in Nigeria, France, South Africa and India. Students will analyze landmark cases and understand the principles of constitutional supremacy and the different systems of government.

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208h

Study Time

13

Weeks

16h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Constitutional LawComparative LawNigerian ConstitutionFederalismConstitutional Development

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition of Constitutional Law

2

Sources of a Constitution

3

Constitutional Development in Nigeria

4

Constitutional Supremacy

5

Constitutional Development in France

6

Federal System of Government

7

Presidential System of Government

Total Topics7 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 assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law

8h

Unit 1: Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law

8 study hours

•Read the introduction to Constitutional Law.
•Define the term 'Constitution' and explain its significance.
•Discuss the role of the Constitution in a democratic society.

Week

2

Module 1: Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law

8h

Unit 2: Traditional Constitutional Concept and Comparison between Constitutional Law and Administrative Law

8 study hours

•Analyze the traditional constitutional concepts.
•Compare and contrast Constitutional Law and Administrative Law.
•Discuss the concept of 'Constitutionalism' and its importance.

Week

3

Module 1: Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law

8h

Unit 3: Sources and Functions of a Constitution

8 study hours

•Identify the various sources of a Constitution.
•Differentiate between the various approaches to Constitutional Law.
•Identify the historical circumstances leading to different sources of a Constitution.

Week

4

Module 1: Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law

8h

Unit 4: Classifications/Types of Constitutions

8 study hours

•Classify the different types of constitutions.
•Analyze the features of written and unwritten constitutions.
•Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

Week

5

Module 2: Constitutional Structure and Development in Nigeria

8h

Unit 1: Constitutional Structure and Development in Nigeria

8 study hours

•Understand the Constitutional development of Nigeria from pre-colonial times to the end of British rule.
•Examine the impact of colonial rule on the Nigerian Constitution.
•Discuss the key features of the Clifford's and Richard's Constitutions.

Week

6

Module 2: Constitutional Structure and Development in Nigeria

8h

Unit 2: Problems of Constitutional Evolution in Nigeria and the Pre-Colonial Rule

8 study hours

•Analyze the problems of constitutional evolution in Nigeria.
•Examine the pre-colonial rule and its impact on constitutional development.
•Discuss the challenges faced during the early stages of constitutional evolution.

Week

7

Module 2: Constitutional Structure and Development in Nigeria

8h

Unit 3: Constitutional Development in Nigeria between 1960 and 1979

8 study hours

•Study the constitutional developments in Nigeria between 1960 and 1979.
•Analyze the key events and changes during this period.
•Discuss the impact of military rule on constitutional development.

Week

8

Module 2: Constitutional Structure and Development in Nigeria

8h

Unit 4: Constitutional Development in Nigeria between 1979-date

8 study hours

•Examine the constitutional developments in Nigeria from 1979 to date.
•Analyze the key events and changes during this period.
•Discuss the impact of democratic rule on constitutional development.

Week

9

Module 3: Constitutional Supremacy through the Cases

8h

Unit 1: Constitutional Supremacy through the Cases

8 study hours

•Analyze the concept of constitutional supremacy through case studies.
•Examine landmark cases that highlight the importance of constitutional supremacy.
•Discuss the role of the judiciary in upholding constitutional supremacy.

Week

10

Module 3: Constitutional Supremacy through the Cases

8h

Unit 2: Constitutional Development and Structure in France

8 study hours

•Study the constitutional development and structure in France.
•Analyze the key features of the French Constitution.
•Discuss the differences between the French and Nigerian constitutional systems.

Week

11

Module 3: Constitutional Supremacy through the Cases

8h

Unit 3: Constitutional Development and Structure in South Africa

8 study hours

•Study the constitutional development and structure in South Africa.
•Analyze the key features of the South African Constitution.
•Discuss the differences between the South African and Nigerian constitutional systems.

Week

12

Module 3: Constitutional Supremacy through the Cases

8h

Unit 4: Constitutional Development and Structure in India

8 study hours

•Study the constitutional development and structure in India.
•Analyze the key features of the Indian Constitution.
•Discuss the differences between the Indian and Nigerian constitutional systems.

Week

13

Module 4: Systems of Government

16h

Unit 1: Federal System of Government

8 study hours

•Compare and contrast the federal and unitary systems of government.
•Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each system.
•Discuss the reasons why Nigeria adopted a federal system.

Unit 3: Presidential and Parliamentary Systems

8 study hours

•Compare and contrast the presidential and parliamentary systems of government.
•Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each system.
•Discuss the reasons why Nigeria adopted a presidential system.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all course materials, including study units, recommended readings, and case summaries.

2

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key concepts and principles.

3

Practice applying constitutional principles to hypothetical scenarios and case studies.

4

Pay close attention to landmark cases and their significance in shaping constitutional law.

5

Allocate sufficient time for revision and seek clarification on any areas of difficulty.

6

Practice answering past exam questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and style.

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