This introductory course explores the origins and evolution of the PRC Constitution and its relationship with the Macau Basic Law. Emphasis is placed on understanding how constitutions function within society, particularly through institutional mechanisms such as constitutional tribunals and judicial review by ordinary courts—focused on MSAR as a special case. The course also introduces administrative procedural law, focusing on the legal principles governing public administration and the relationship between state institutions and citizens in MSAR.

CILO-1: Identify the legal relationship between PRC constitution and the Macau Basic Law and its special nature CILO-2: Discuss the legal relationship between the PRC constitution, the Macau Basic Law and the Macau Administrative Procedural Code CILO-3: Explain the key principles of Macau Administrative Procedural Code CILO-4: Identify the types of law governing MSAR and its relationship