Subjects of international law, international law-making, the use of force and the collective security system, international responsibility and the settlement of disputes.
1) Malcolm Shaw, International Law (handbook), Cambridge University Press, 2014
2) Complementary/updated elements edited by Prof. Bultrini
Learning Objectives
Theoretical and practical understanding of the legal and political dynamics that guide the functioning of the international society. Acquiring the capability of interpreting the current events in the field of international law, as well as of finding the relevant sources and information.
Prerequisites
Very good knowledge of the English Language
Teaching Methods
Interactive lectures complemented by the use of maps and of various relevant websites (institutional as well as non-governmental).
Type of Assessment
Written examination composed of open questions, practical problems/applications and multiple-choice questions.
Course program
a) introduction to international law and the main actors of the international relations;
b) the sources of international law (first of all customary norms and treaties);
c) the incorporation of international law into domestic law;
d) territory and State succession;
e) the international law of the sea;
f) aliens under general international law;
g) immunities;
h) international organisations;
i) international responsibility;
l) settlement of disputes;
m) the prohibition of the use of force and the collective security system.