Key words
Belgian constitutional law - Belgian administrative law - human rights
Objectives
Students define correctly the function and structure of the Belgian authorities and the judiciary. They define correctly the instruments by which the civilian can protect himself against arbitrary treatment by the authorities. They indicate precisely the fundamental characteristics of a modern state (separation of powers, the rule of law,...). The students define correctly the function of human rights. They recognize the differences between the different international organisations. They indicate precisely the different norms in the whole of legal norms. They have the capacity to understand legal instruments.
Topics
General principles of Belgian public law (historical introduction, the Constitution and international rules of law, the separation of powers, fundamental characteristics of the Belgian state), fundamental rights and freedoms, the Federal State (the federal parliament, the federal government, the judiciary, the Council of State), the decentralised authorities, regions and communities.
Prerequisites
None.
Final Objectives
Materials used
J. Vande Lanotte, S. Bracke and G. Goedertier, België voor beginners, Brugge, die Keure, 2003.
Study costs
32,00 euro.
Study guidance
Exercises on the internet. Individual guidance by appointment.
Teaching Methods
Ex cathedra (possibility to ask questions and discussion).
Assessment
Written examination.
Lecturer(s)
Geert GOEDERTIER
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