International Law - LAWS601
This unit provides an introduction to public international law’s key principles, rules, norms and practices. Its coverage includes the role of the United Nations, the law of treaties, the rights and responsibilities of states vis-à-vis each other, their own nationals and those of other states, the limits of state jurisdiction, state and diplomatic immunity, international dispute settlement, international use of force, international criminal law and the relationship between international law and Australia’s legal system. Through independent research, students evaluate the effectiveness of international law in addressing real problems that confront the international community.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| When Offered: | S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day S1 External - Session 1, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Roy Baker |
| Prerequisites: |
Admission to JD or GradDipLaw or GradCertLaw |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Macquarie Law School Faculty of Arts |
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