LAW4122

International law 406

(LAW)

Dr Eric Wilson

6 points + Three 1-hour lectures per week + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: This principles of public international law with particular emphasis on the question of enforcement from the perspective of an aggrieved state or individual. Nature and sources of international law. Territory. Personality. Recognition of states and governments. International and municipal law. State jurisdiction. State and diplomatic immunity. State responsibility. The use of force and dispute settlement.

Assessment: One hour mid-semester class test: 20% + one-week take home examination: 80%