Constitutional Law(Degree)

This practical skills course trains students in advanced legal research methodologies specific to constitutional law, using both traditional and digital resources. It focuses on crafting precise legal documents, including opinions, memoranda, scholarly articles, and heads of argument for constitutional litigation. Mastery of clear, persuasive legal writing is non-negotiable for success …

This practical skills course trains students in advanced legal research methodologies specific to constitutional law, using both traditional and digital resources. It focuses on crafting precise legal documents, including opinions, memoranda, scholarly articles, and heads of argument for constitutional litigation. Mastery of clear, persuasive legal writing is non-negotiable for success as a State Advocate, Private Legal Practitioner in firms like MNB Legal, or a Judicial Clerk at the Constitutional Court. The course emphasizes citation of Zambian constitutional cases and statutes. 25schools provides indispensable support with access to a curated database of Zambian constitutional materials, templates for legal documents, and exercises in synthesizing complex case law, ensuring students at Mulungushi University and others are exam-ready and possess the professional writing skills demanded by the legal job market.

This course critically examines the doctrine of separation of powers as operationalized in Zambia, analyzing the constitutional functions, checks, and balances between the Executive (Presidency, Cabinet), Legislature (National Assembly), and Judiciary. Students assess the practical dynamics of governance, including presidential powers, parliamentary oversight, and the independence of constitutional bodies like …

This course critically examines the doctrine of separation of powers as operationalized in Zambia, analyzing the constitutional functions, checks, and balances between the Executive (Presidency, Cabinet), Legislature (National Assembly), and Judiciary. Students assess the practical dynamics of governance, including presidential powers, parliamentary oversight, and the independence of constitutional bodies like the Judicial Complaints Commission (JCC) and the Auditor General's office. This knowledge is indispensable for professionals aiming for careers as State Advocates, Parliamentary Counsel, Political Advisors, or Officers within the National Assembly. 25schools supports this complex subject with detailed organograms of government, analysis of key constitutional conflicts between branches, and exam preparation guides that clarify the intricate relationships defining Zambia's democratic governance, preparing students for both academic and professional success.

This course provides a critical historical analysis of Zambia's constitutional evolution from the colonial era to the present-day 2016 amended Constitution. Students examine key milestones, including the independence Constitution of 1964, the one-party state amendments, the 1991 multiparty restoration, and the protracted reform processes led by bodies like the Mung'omba …

This course provides a critical historical analysis of Zambia's constitutional evolution from the colonial era to the present-day 2016 amended Constitution. Students examine key milestones, including the independence Constitution of 1964, the one-party state amendments, the 1991 multiparty restoration, and the protracted reform processes led by bodies like the Mung'omba Constitution Review Commission. Understanding this historical context is vital for Legal Scholars, Advocates, and Civil Society Actors to appreciate current constitutional disputes and future reform agendas. The course highlights the role of institutions like the National Constitution Conference (NCC) and the technical committees that have shaped the nation's supreme law. 25schools aids learning with detailed timelines, analysis of historical legal instruments, and revision materials that connect past events to contemporary constitutional issues, preparing students for exams and informed legal practice.