Public International Law (2cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

Learning objectives
The course addresses broadly the field of Public International Law. It is aimed to offer a general picture of the system of Public International Law and the influence thereon by international politics. Upon completing this module, the student should be able to
- explain the general system of Public International Law
- describe the sources of Public International Law
- identify subjects of Public International Law, as well as their authorities and responsibilities
- discuss the role and duties of the UN- analyze the role of human rights
- assess the international regulation of use of force
- tell about specific branches of Public International Law.

Execution methods

A) Lectures: more information in Moodle workspace "Public International Law Courses in English".

B) Written examination on Klabbers Jan, International Law (3rd ed., Cambridge 2021), Parts I-II (pp. 1-320). The written examination is available as an e-exam in the electrical exam service (called EXAM).

Accomplishment methods

The module consists of 2 parts of which students can choose those they wish to do.

A) 2 ECTS: lectures
B) 3 ECTS: (electronic) literature exam

Content

The normative nature and substantive contents of international law: its sources and subjects, state jurisdiction and responsibility, protection of human rights, protection of the environment, organisation and functions of the United Nations, peaceful settlement of disputes, linkage between international law and international politics.

Further information

By accomplishing this seminar, you will gain 2 ECTS for the module ONEVAL0029 Law of International Organizations (B: seminar). Alternatively, you can use the 2 ECTS for the module OTMEVAL0021 Public International Law.

The seminar consists of an introductory meeting, group working and presentation of the group work treaty drafting exercise at a seminar meeting.

Registration for the seminar: by 26.9.2021, code ONEVAL0029 (use this code for registration even if your intention is to use the ECTS for OTMEVAL0021).

30.9. 9-11 Introductory meeting: instructions for the seminar
22.10. 9-14 Seminar