International Law (11267.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Flexible |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Canberra Law School | Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) Band 5 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit provides students with an understanding of the principles, sources, processes and institutions of both public and private international law. The relationship between international and domestic law is considered where relevant. An understanding of the development and relevance of public and private international law in relation to a number of contemporary challenges is also considered.
This unit may be co-taught with a PG version of the unit.
1. Identify, explain and analyse the core principles of public international law;
2. Identify, explain and analyse the core principles of private international law; and
3. Use legal research and analysis, problem solving and writing to apply international law principles in practice.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Students must have passed at least 36 credit points, including unit 11251 Foundations of Law and Justice.
This unit may be co-taught with a PG version of the unit.
Learning outcomes
After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Identify, explain and analyse the core principles of public international law;
2. Identify, explain and analyse the core principles of private international law; and
3. Use legal research and analysis, problem solving and writing to apply international law principles in practice.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Prerequisites
This unit is only available to students in a Bachelor of Laws or Bachelor of Justice Studies course.Students must have passed at least 36 credit points, including unit 11251 Foundations of Law and Justice.
Corequisites
None.Equivalent units
8062 International Law 7038 International Trade LawAssumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | Flexible | Dr Ivana Damjanovic |
| 2024 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | Flexible | Dr Ivana Damjanovic |
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit
timetable.
Required texts
See reading list on canvas
Learner engagement
Lectures will be pre-recorded and available through Canvas in the week assigned for each topic. Participation in the tutorials is crucial for passing this unit.
Participation requirements
Participation in the tutorials is crucial for passing this unit.
Required IT skills
Ability to use software used or available throughout your undergraduate study. Access and use of Canvas.
In-unit costs
None
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
