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Module Title |
Principles of Public International Law
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Module Code |
LG526
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School |
School of Law & Government
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Adam McAuley | Office Number | C223 |
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Level |
5
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To introduce students to the fundamental principles of public international law.
To examine the development of public international law during the 20th Century.
To examine major trends in the legal regulation of the world order, in particular the impact of World War II and, more recently, the ending of the Cold War.
To compare and contrast the institutional arrangements and mechanisms available for the enforcement of public international law with those available in the domestic sphere.
To identify particular instances of international agreements for the protection of human rights which exemplify some major trends in public international law.
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Learning Outcomes
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An understanding of the essential principles of public international law.
An ability to apply essential principles to particular instances of international human rights protection.
An appreciation of the role of law in international relations.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
2
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
1
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Independent Learning Time |
72
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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International law as 'law': prescription and enforcement; international law and municipal or domestic law: monism and dualism
Development of international law: historical and contemporary influences; sources of international law: general principles; custom; treaties and Conventions; judicial decisions; writers; international organisations; codification of international law
The State and international law: recognition of States; self-determination; State jurisdiction and territoriality, Law of the Sea; use of force; civil wars; Treaty-making power and relevant international Conventions; diplomatic immunity
The role of international bodies: jurisdiction of international organisations, e.g. UNO, Council of Europe, EU; enforcement mechanisms, eg, International Court of Justice; responsibility of States for failure to implement international obligations; arbitration and peaceful settlement of disputes between States
The corporate entity in international law; removal of international barriers to trade; protection of international human rights; assertion by individuals of rights and duties under international law; international crimes, eg fraud, drug trafficking; War Crimes Tribunals
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Akehurst, M: A Modern Introduction to International Law. George Allen & Unwin, London, 1992
Shearer, I: Starke's International Law. Butterworths, London, 1994
Brownlie, I: Principles of Public International Law. London, 1992
Dixon, M: Textbook on International Law. Blackstone, London, 1996
Harris, D.J: Cases and Materials on International Law, Sweet & Maxwell, London, 1992
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| MIR | MA in International Relations |
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