Master of Law in Constitutional Politics, Law and Theory
Birkbeck, University of London
UK,England
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 18,090/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
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UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1823
Total Students: 13,937 +
Int. Students: 1,270 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX, United Kingdom
Master of Law in Constitutional Politics, Law and Theory
Program Overview
On our LLM in Constitutional Politics, Law and Theory we consider whether the classic idea of a ‘constitution’, centring on the relation of state law to politics, is fit for purpose in a globalised world. We ask if lessons can be learnt to realistically and sustainably offset the rise of illiberal regimes? We question whether trust in legal and political constitutions has declined.
This course is unique in offering you an equal emphasis on law, politics, history and contemporary problems. The LLM Constitutional Politics, Law and Theory combines Birkbeck’s strong reputation for researching critical legal theory with teaching from experts across a wide range of areas. You will assess innovative theories and gain a practical knowledge of traditional constitutional problems. By using theoretical and comparative perspectives from across the world, you will develop the skills to explore traditionally opposing ideas of law and revolution and begin to imagine different ways of constituting the future.
We will explore topics including:
- the origin and theories of classic constitutionalism
- the causes and symptoms of crisis in liberal constitutional democracies
- the return of conflicts over religion and the rise of populism
- the potential of new, ‘reflexive’ constitutional models envisioned by popular movements seeking radical change and social justice.
This course gives equal weight to theory and comparative case studies from around the world. It will appeal to anyone with a background in law or politics and beyond, who is interested in understanding constitutions from a number of different disciplines.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 18,090 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Birkbeck, University of London
CAD 12,006 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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