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LLM-ETHICS: International Law Ethics

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course examines the ethical principles and dilemmas that shape the practice of international law. Focusing on the intersection of law and morality, students will explore how ethical considerations influence the interpretation and application of international legal norms. Key topics include human rights, humanitarian law, international criminal law, environmental law, and the responsibilities of international lawyers in promoting justice and accountability on the global stage.

Through case studies and theoretical discussions, students will critically engage with contemporary ethical challenges such as the responsibility of states and individuals for international crimes, ethical issues in diplomacy and conflict resolution, and the role of international institutions in safeguarding global justice. By the end of the course, students will develop a nuanced understanding of the ethical frameworks that guide the practice of international law, preparing them to navigate complex legal and moral questions in their professional careers.

Key Topics:

  • Ethics in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
  • The Ethics of International Criminal Law and Accountability
  • Ethical Issues in Global Trade and Environmental Law
  • The Role and Responsibility of International Lawyers
  • The Ethics of State Sovereignty vs. Global Justice.

COURSE OBJECTIVES | LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Understand the fundamental ethical principles that inform international law and its application.
  2. Explore the role of ethics in shaping global legal norms, particularly in areas like human rights, humanitarian law, and international criminal law.
  3. Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate the ethical dimensions of contemporary international legal issues.
  4. Learn to analyze ethical challenges faced by international lawyers and institutions in the pursuit of justice and accountability.
  5. Reflect on their professional responsibilities as international lawyers and their role in promoting global ethical standards.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Articulate the key ethical principles that influence the practice of international law.
  2. Critically assess complex ethical dilemmas in international law, including those related to human rights, armed conflict, and environmental justice.
  3. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the ethical challenges surrounding international criminal accountability and the responsibility of states and individuals.
  4. Provide well-reasoned ethical analyses of contemporary global issues, such as the protection of vulnerable populations and environmental sustainability.
  5. Apply ethical frameworks to real-world legal scenarios in international law, showing how ethical considerations impact legal decision-making and global governance..

COURSE CMS SPECIFICS

Credit value: 3-6 (US standard) | 6-12 (ECTS standard)

Indicative duration (full-time): 4-10 weeks

Indicative duration (part-time): 5-12 weeks

Certificate: Yes

COURSE METHODOLOGY

This course is based on standard EUCLID methodology. Students may refer to the following resources:

Academic Guidelines (HQ version)

Academic Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)

Student Orientation Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)

Zotero instructions for EUCLID students

Grammarly instructions for EUCLID students

REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIAL

Course material is provided in the form of embedded videos, audio MP3s, and/or downloadable PDFs.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Written Assignments, Response Papers and Major Paper: 40% (must pass)

Quiz: 10% (must pass)

Final Exam: 50% (must pass)

 

COURSE SYLLABUS | ACCESS TO 7 PERIODS

 

Course Instructor:

This is course is supervised by a primary instructor/faculty member and may also be served by a backup instructor.

The International Faculty Coordinator will confirm the assignment. Do not contact any instructor prior to LMS enrollment with faculty assignment confirmed.