3. Constitutional Law

In this module, we will introduce you to the principles of constitutional law in the UK and how it is applied in theory and practice.

We’ll explore the key concepts of constitutional law, including the structureThe organisation and order of information in a text. and functions of the governmentThe public authority that provides services, collects taxes, sets laws and regulations, and helps manage the economy., the separation of powers, and the rule of law. You’ll learn about the main principles that underpin the UK's constitutional framework, such as parliamentary sovereignty and the protection of human rights. We’ll also look at landmark cases that have shaped modern constitutional law and examine the roles and responsibilities of key institutions like Parliament, the judiciary, and the executive.

A key principle of the UK’s constitution is that decisions made by the UK government should be subjectThe person, place, thing, or idea the clause is about; performs or experiences the verb. to review for its legality. This is a process called judicial review, which we will touch upon in the module.