law5pil public international law
PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW
LAW5PIL
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the history and principles of the public international legal order. It provides students with an understanding of the foundational concepts of international law, its history and contemporary relevance, sources of international law and the role of some key international institutions such as the United Nations. The subject is grounded in both theory and practice in order to better demonstrate how international law works in dealing with a range of issues such as the creation of states, state responsibility, dispute settlement, self-determination, jurisdiction and immunities, and the use of force under international law. Students will be encouraged to critically evaluate the position and relevance of international law by addressing past and current developments in the field.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMadelaine Chiam
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW5PMI OR LAW5LRE OR Permission from the Director of Postgraduate (Coursework) programs
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
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City Campus, 2020, Summer 3, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMadelaine Chiam
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 6 - 7
Four 7.00 hours lecture/seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 6 to week 7 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Class Presentation (500 words equivalent)The class presentation will be made as part of the Security Council simulation on the final day of the class. Further details will be provided on the LMS | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Reflective Exercises (2000 words)There will be two reflective essays. Further details will be provided on the LMS. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO3 |
Take Home Examination (3500 words)Students will answer a combination of essay and problem-solving type questions. Further details will be provided on the LMS. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |