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International law is a binding force around the world – and understanding international legal issues will give you an edge in everything from understanding the nightly news to becoming a true global citizen.
Students will learn the fundamentals of public international law and the international legal order. Topics to be covered include the United Nations, treaties, sovereign immunity, the law of war, international criminal law, and international human rights law. Students will discuss international legal issues of contemporary and timeless significance.
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
International Law (Law 207/707) is offered every September.
| ASSESSMENT TOOL | WEIGHT |
|---|---|
| Quizzes (Individual) | 10% |
| Fact Patterns | 30% |
| Research Paper | 50% |
| Personal Reflection | 10% |
Students will participate in five mandatory online tutorial sessions that run in weeks 1, 6, 7, 11 and 12 with either instructor or TA .These online tutorials will be conducted via Zoom and will provide students with a guided opportunity to practice concepts covered in the relevant week .During the online tutorial sessions, students will complete various learning activities, participate in small group discussions with their peers, and practice fact patterns. Grades will be awarded for active participation during the sessions. Students must ensure they meet all technical requirements for the online sessions and that they test their computer ahead of each session. No accommodations will be provided for technical issues.
Every other week will be voluntary should you have a question or something to discuss, please send an email to your TA or instructor and they will open a Zoom session in your scheduled timing.
Complete International Law Text, Cases and Materials, Second Edition (Oxford University Press, 2014), Ademola Abass
Required textbook can be purchased through Queen's Campus Bookstore or directly from Oxford University Press.
For those wanting to rent the e-text for 180 days, visit the Queen's Campus Bookstore. You will go to a shopping cart that is pre-loaded with the required e-text. Once you arrive at that page, you simply click "Checkout", agree to the terms and complete purchase to receive immediately.