Dr. Jo Murkens

Professor

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Biography

Jo Murkens is a professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) specializing in public law and constitutional theory, with a focus on judicial authority, democratic accountability, and constitutional legitimacy. He has established a comprehensive teaching portfolio in Public Law and Comparative Constitutional Law while serving various roles within the LSE. Prior to LSE, he taught at Queen Mary University of London, King’s College London, and University College London, in addition to working as a researcher at the Constitution Unit. Murkens is known for his thoughtful contributions to editorial committees and academic networks focusing on constitutional law theory. His scholarly work has frequently been referenced in parliamentary inquiries and has provided expert evidence on constitutional matters in both the UK and international contexts. His research interests include Constitutional Administrative Law, Comparative Constitutional Law, and Judicial Legitimacy. Murkens has co-authored several influential publications, including leading texts and studies on the implications of Brexit for constitutional law, as well as the dynamics of constitutional development across Europe and beyond.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London, UK

Teaches and conducts research in public law and constitutional theory, with a focus on judicial authority and accountability.

Courses

Public Law Comparative Constitutional Law

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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