Universität Wien

030150 PF Practical Excercises in International Law (F) (2011W)

2.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 3 - Rechtswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work

Registration: During first class meeting; online via e-learning; the number of participants is restricted to 40 for didactic reasons.

The course is also open to international students, in particular Erasmus and Australian exchange students.

Block Course in January

Exam: 26 January 2012
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Details

Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 13.01. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 13.01. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 20.01. 09:00 - 11:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 20.01. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal U14 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The focus of these exercises will be on the discussion of central issues of contemporary international law. Active participation by students is required.
The following topics will be covered:
- the evolution and political foundations of international law
- the sources of international law
- states and intergovernmental organizations
- human and minority rights
- the prohibition of the use of force and non-intervention in internal affairs
- the peaceful settlement of disputes
- state responsibility

Assessment and permitted materials

Basic knowledge of English.
1. Written Examination. There will be a written examination worth 70% of the final course mark.
2. Class participation. This will include demonstrated preparation for class and participation in discussions and is worth 30% of the final course mark.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Gaining of knowledge in the field of international law, its relationship to national law as well as its connection with international relations.

Examination topics

It will be based on discussing case excerpts which have to be read and studied by the students in advance.

Reading list

Malanczuk, Akehurst’s Modern Introduction to International Law (7th ed., Routledge,
London and New York 1997); materials made available by the instructor via internet.

Association in the course directory

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