Overview:

The Diploma in Federalism & Constitutional Law offers foundational knowledge and practical skills in understanding federal systems of government and constitutional principles.

Objectives:

• Gain a solid understanding of constitutional law concepts, theories, and principles.
• Develop basic skills in analyzing constitutional provisions and legal reasoning.
• Learn about the principles of federalism and intergovernmental relations.
• Understand the basics of legal research, writing, and advocacy in constitutional law contexts.

Course Outline:

• Introduction to Constitutional Law
• Basics of Comparative Federalism
• Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations Basics
• Basics of Constitutional Interpretation
• Introduction to Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
• Basics of Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances
• Basics of Diversity Management in Federal Systems
• Constitutional Amendments Basics
• Indigenous Peoples and Constitutional Rights Basics
• Federalism in Practice: Case Studies

Assessments:

• Participation: 50%
• Assignments: 20%
• Legal Writing Exercises: 10%
• Final Project: 20%