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Overview
Judicial review is a vital mechanism for challenging the decisions of public and quasi‑public bodies, and its importance continues to grow. This course gives litigators a clear understanding of the principles, grounds and remedies involved, as well as the procedural framework governing judicial review claims.
Through practical explanation and real‑world examples, you will learn how to identify reviewable decisions, advise clients confidently and navigate the key procedural steps required to bring a successful claim.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Judicial Review For Litigators - Introduction course at BPP University you will be able to:
- Identify and advise on the basic concepts of public law
- Recognise bodies that are susceptible to judicial review, both under conventional public law principles and via the Human Rights Act 1998
- Spot reviewable decisions and assess their suitability for challenge
- Identify potential clients and determine when judicial review is appropriate
- Understand and explain the grounds for judicial review
- Advise on the range of judicial review remedies
- Understand core procedural requirements sufficiently to run a judicial review claim
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Public law and the role of judicial review
- Identifying public and quasi‑public bodies
- Reviewable decisions and how to spot them
- Human Rights Act considerations in judicial review
- Grounds for judicial review: illegality, irrationality, procedural unfairness and legitimate expectations
- Remedies: quashing, prohibiting and mandatory orders; declarations and damages
- Key procedural steps and time limits
- Practical considerations for running a judicial review claim
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Legal Studies View 68 other Short Courses in Legal Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Who is the course for?
- This course is ideal for practitioners who work for, advise or interact with public or quasi‑public bodies, including those in central or local government, regulatory authorities, supervisory bodies and public‑sector organisations.
- It is also suitable for litigators whose clients engage with government departments, HMRC, local authorities or other decision‑making bodies and who need a solid introduction to judicial review practice.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents630 GBP / full≈ 630 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents630 GBP / full≈ 630 GBP / full
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