Building on previous public law studies, particularly Australian Public Law, this course deepens student understanding of key aspects of the Commonwealth Constitution and its judicial interpretation by the High Court. Particular attention will be paid to the historical, social and institutional forces which have helped shape the Constitution and the High Court's reading of it.

Textbooks:

Prescribed Texts:

Bateman, Meagher, Simpson and Stellios, Hanks Australian Constitutional Law: Materials and Commentary (LexisNexis, 10th edition, 2021).

This information is correct at the time of publication and although we endeavour to pre-empt any planned new editions; the class summary will provide the final textbook edition confirmation.