2020-2021 / HULG0104-1

Comparative Government

Duration

Number of credits

 Bachelor in law6 crédits 

Lecturer

Language(s) of instruction

English language

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

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.

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Organisational adjustments related to the current health context

Recommended or required readings

Assessment methods and criteria

Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.

Written exam

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

Contacts

Coordinator: Ph. Kiiver