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| HULG0104-1 | Comparative Government
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| English language |
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Course contents :
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| The course Governments and Constitutions provides an introduction to the political and constitutional systems of the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. The aim of the course is for students to become acquainted with the basic features of these systems and, at the same time, with overarching concepts of constitutional law. The course devotes attention to the functions of a state, different systems of government, separation of powers, democracy and electoral systems, government-parliament relations, federalism, bicameralism, constitutional review, fundamental rights, as well as the constitutional implications of the European Union. |
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| Written exam |
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Contacts :
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| Coordinator: Ph. Kiiver |
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