LAW4122

International law 406 (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: Dr Eric Wilson/Ms Rowena Cantley-Smith

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this subject students should (1) understand the distinctive nature of international law and some of its basic doctrines and subject areas; (2) appreciate the increasing impact of international law on Australian domestic law and how national laws generally are being 'globalised'; (3) demonstrate a capacity to conduct research on a specific aspect of public international law; (4) understand how international law is becoming more concerned with individuals rather than nation states and so can provide solutions to domestic legal problems; and (5) have acquired an awareness of how a system of law can be based upon political and economic factors and the irrelevance of the law/politics distinction in this context.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time): 100% OR Essay (2000 words): 30% plus examination (2.5 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time): 70%

Contact Hours: Three hours of lectures per week

Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process