Comparing Constitutions and Institutions
A comparative study of the constitutional frameworks of the UK and the US. Students will apply comparative theories to analyse differences and similarities.
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A comparative study of the constitutional frameworks of the UK and the US. Students will apply comparative theories to analyse differences and similarities.
Key Questions
- How do the codified US and uncodified UK constitutions shape political behaviour differently?
- Which system provides better checks and balances?
- How do structural theories explain the differences between the two systems?
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