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PCLL Conversion Exam practice questions and mock papers
Practice for the PCLL Conversion Examination in Hong Kong Constitutional Law, Hong Kong Legal System and Hong Kong Land Law, with the core heads to follow. Try five free questions, buy mock papers on their own, or get them included with tutoring from Hong Kong Law Tutor.
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The exam
What the exam involves
| Core heads | Commercial Law, Evidence and Business Associations: written, open-book, 3 hours each |
|---|---|
| Top-up heads | Hong Kong Constitutional Law, Hong Kong Legal System and Hong Kong Land Law: written, open-book, 1.5 hours each |
| Who sits them | Applicants to the PCLL who have not covered these subjects in their law degree |
| Sittings | Twice a year, in January and June |
| Course | No course attendance is required to sit the examinations |
Sources: PCLL Conversion Examination and Administration Limited. Check the official website for current rules and dates.
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Sample question
Sample question · Hong Kong Constitutional Law
In a case before the Court of Final Appeal, a party argues that the court has the final power to interpret every article of the Basic Law.
Under Article 158 of the Basic Law, in whom is the power of interpretation of the Basic Law vested?
- A The Court of Final Appeal.
- B The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress.
- C The Legislative Council.
- D The Chief Executive, on the advice of the Executive Council.
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B is correct. Article 158(1) vests the power of interpretation of the Basic Law in the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPCSC).
The NPCSC authorises the courts of the HKSAR to interpret, on their own, provisions within the limits of the Region's autonomy when adjudicating cases, and also to interpret other provisions. But where the courts need to interpret provisions concerning affairs which are the responsibility of the Central People's Government, or the relationship between the Central Authorities and the Region, and that interpretation will affect the judgment, the Court of Final Appeal must seek an interpretation from the NPCSC before giving a final judgment that is not appealable.
A is therefore wrong, and C and D are wrong because neither body holds the power of interpretation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PCLL Conversion Examination?
It lets applicants to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) in Hong Kong show competence in subjects their law degree did not cover. It has three core heads (Commercial Law, Evidence and Business Associations) and three top-up heads (Hong Kong Constitutional Law, Hong Kong Legal System and Hong Kong Land Law).
Which conversion exam subjects do I need?
It depends on your degree. The PCLL requires nine core subjects, six of which must come from your law degree; Commercial Law, Evidence and Business Associations can be passed through the conversion examination. Candidates without Hong Kong law subjects also need the three top-up heads.
When are the PCLL conversion exams held?
Twice a year, in January and June. Check the PCLL Conversion Examination and Administration Limited website for each year's dates and application deadlines.
Are the conversion exams open book?
Yes. All papers are written and open-book: three hours for each core head and 1.5 hours for each top-up head.
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