Summary of content

This module introduces the field of international law. The first part of the module introduces students to the structural issues in international law, including the development of sources of international law, including custom and treaties. It includes studies of the state, international institutions, state and diplomatic immunity, and international wrongs.

The second part of the module introduces students to thematic or substantive issues involving the operation of international law, including those arising from armed conflict, prosecution of international crimes, protection of the environment, and regulation of the global economy.

The role of lawyers in society is changing - lawyers are increasingly expected to be pro-active in the prediction and prevention of unethical as well as unlawful behaviour across all areas of society.

The delivery of the module will embed PRME principles including: developing graduates who care about social responsibility developing learning and teaching which enables graduates to become responsible leaders and practitioners and developing graduates who will advise businesses and other stakeholders to explore mutually beneficial responses to social and legal challenges.

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