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Principles of Public International Law A (ESPS0008)

Key information

Faculty
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Teaching department
European and International Social and Political Studies
Credit value
15
Restrictions
This module is equivalent to either term 1 or 2 of ESPS0007 Principles of Public International Law (30 credits). It is not possible to do both modules.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

This module is offered in several versions which have different credit weightings (e.g. either 15 or 30 credits). Please see the links below for the alternative versions. To choose the right one for your programme of study, check your programme handbook or with your department.

  1. Principles of Public International Law (ESPS0007)

Description

This course shall provide an introduction to the subject of public international law. It shall address the background, subjects, and sources of international law; states and international organisations as subjects of international law; state jurisdiction over individuals, land, water and outer space; state responsibility for violations of international law; state and diplomatic immunities; the system of the United Nations; and lawful use of force. During classes, current affairs will be discussed and analysed. Available to EISPS, Affiliates, and students from other departments.

Term 1:

The nature and development of international law; sources of international law; the Law of Treaties; subjects of international law: states, international organizations, individuals, and corporations; the UN system; the use of force.

Term 2:

State responsibility in international law; law on use of force by states in self-defence, its legality and legitimacy; the International Court of Justice; the International Criminal Court; refugee law; international environmental law

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 ÌýÌýÌý Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
100% Coursework
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
26
Module leader
Dr Alessandro Spano
Who to contact for more information
s.tecce@ucl.ac.uk

Intended teaching term: Term 2 ÌýÌýÌý Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
100% Coursework
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
37
Module leader
Dr Alessandro Spano
Who to contact for more information
s.tecce@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.

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