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Faculty of Shariah and Law Villa College

RESIT ASSESSMENT BRIEF Module Code: Module Title: Submission Deadline: Assessment Component Assessment Weighting:

UJUUKK-30-1 Constitutional and Administrative Law Sunday, 20th April 2020 11:59pm (soft) Component B: Coursework (CW1) 50 per cent of total module mark

Assessment Instructions

“[I]n the UK, while there are three largely distinct branches of government performing three largely distinct functions, the separation of powers is not rigorously adhered to.” (Public Law M Elliott & R Thomas. 3rd Edition [2017] p.64) In light of the above statement, critically consider how the separation of powers operates within the United Kingdom constitution. The word limit is 2000. You must clearly & truthfully state in writing your word count upon submission. Incorrectly stating your word count constitutes an assessment offence and may result in further action. The recommended number of words & the maximum word limit refers to & includes everything in the main body of the text (including headings, tables, citations, quotes, lists, etc.) and anything beyond this limit will be ignored by the marker. Format Formative ive feedback and Suppo Support rt Format Formative ive feedback Formative feedback provides opportunities to reflect on your ongoing work and preparation for your assignment. Workshops provide formative feedback opportunities that are embedded in the module specifically to facilitate your full potential in this assessment. Marking Criteria

Subject knowledge and understanding will be assessed in relation to the ability to: o Identify the nature of the task. o Grasp the issues relevant to completing the essay. o Appreciate and distinguish what is relevant material and what is not. o Explain relevant issues and debates. Analysis and evaluation will be assessed in relation to the ability to: o o o o o

Work out what is important in relation to the topic and what is unimportant. Acquire and apply knowledge about the topic to the discussion contained in the essay. Bring together relevant information and materials from a variety of sources. Explain that information and those materials and not contradict or repeat yourself. Reflect upon the subject area and the debates raised within in and offer conclusions based on evidence.

o Explain why you have chosen that solution or argument. Communication and Literacy will be assessed in relation to the ability to: o o o o

Use language appropriate to the task. Present information or argument clearly, concisely and comprehensively. Understand and use legal terminology correctly. Use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Research and Organisation will be assessed in relation to the ability to: o

Adopt a logical and structured approach to: (a) the interpretation of and response to the question set, and (b) the development of a thesis leading to that response.

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Identify relevant primary sources and eminent academic authority relevant to the issues discussed. Apply these sources and authorities appropriately to the issues discussed. Underpin reflection by reference to appropriate sources. Use an appropriate legal referencing system.

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All work should be word processed in 12 point font Arial or Calibri with 1.5 line spacing. Please use the following file format: Word Please ensure that you provide the following details on the first page of your coursework:  UWE Student Number/Villa College Student Number  Module Name and Number  Word Count  Coursework question Assignment cover can be downloaded on http://moodle.villacollege.edu.mv/ Word Limit

The word limit for this coursework is 2000 words  Word count includes everything in the main body of the text (including headings, tables, citations, quotes, lists, etc.).  The references, bibliography and footnotes (provided footnotes only include references) are NOT included in the word count.  There is no direct penalty for exceeding the word count but the marker WILL stop reading once the word limit has been reached and nothing further will be taken into account in the allocation of marks. You can view the UWE word count policy here: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/aboutus/policies Referencing:

References must be in OSCOLA (Oxford Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities) http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/referencing/oscola.aspx (for further instructions on referencing and formatting of assignment see Module Handbook). Failure to properly reference your work to original source material can be grounds for the assessment offence of plagiarism and may result in failure of the assessment or have more serious implications. For further guidance on correct referencing go to: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/referencing.aspx Details of what constitutes plagiarism and how to avoid it can be found here: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills/readingandwriting/plagiarism.aspx

For general guidance on how to avoid assessment offences see: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/assessmentoffences.aspx Instructions for submission

You must submit your assignment before the stated deadline by electronic submission through MOODLE (http://moodle.villacollege.edu.mv/login/index.php). Notification that the electronic submission portal is open for your assignment is displayed (one week before the submission date) in the Course page at MOODLE. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to upload your script, noting that the system becomes busier and slower as the deadline approaches. Only your final upload will be counted. Ensure all your information is submitted at one attempt to avoid ‘overwriting’ your intended submission. Always check and retain your receipts. Submissions after 24 hours will not be accepted. Submissions of coursework by any other method (including a paper copy, on disc, by email or by fax) are NOT permissible for this module unless specifically agreed in advance of the submission date. Before submitting your work, please ensure the following:  That you have proof read your work thoroughly to ensure your work is presented appropriately  That you have addressed all the required elements of the assessment  That you have referenced in accordance with the guidance provided  That you have addressed each of the marking criterion  That the submission is in the correct format Feedback

Students will normally receive marks and feedback on their submission within 20 working days of the submission deadline (not including any public holidays or College closure days). Any delay in returning students’ work will be communicated by the module leader via MOODLE. Please note feedback can take many forms and can be summative (provided for work completed) or formative (provided for on-going work or activities). Feedback on this module is not limited to the written comments you will receive on individual written assessment submissions. For further guidance on feedback, please refer to the module handbook. Further Guidance

Guidance on study skills: http://villacollege.edu.mv/index.php/2012-03-21-06-07-44/englishlanguage-development-support http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/studysupport/studyskills.aspx Guidance on UWE assessment regulations and terminology: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/assessmentsguide.aspx Guidance on using the library: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/library/usingthelibrary.aspx http://villacollege.edu.mv/index.php/library Extenuating Circumstances

If you are experiencing difficulties in completing a piece of assessment on time due to unexpected circumstances (for example illness, accident, bereavement), you should seek advice from Programme Leader at the earliest opportunity. Please note the module leader cannot grant extenuating circumstances or extensions. It has to be lodged through faculty in consultation with the Programme Leader. The Faculty will notify the latest dates by which you are required to lodge the extenuating circumstances form. The Programme Leader will advise as to whether you should submit an application for ‘Extenuating Circumstances (ECs)’, how to do so and what evidence is required to support the application. The form can be found here:

http://villacollege.edu.mv/index.php/forms-for-students Further details on ECs can be found here: http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/students/academicadvice/assessments/extenuatingcircumstances.aspx...