COURSE DESCRIPTION
This graduate-level course provides an in-depth exploration of international crime and justice, covering the spectrum of transnational crimes, including terrorism, human trafficking, drug trafficking, cybercrime, and environmental crime. Students will critically examine the legal frameworks, jurisdictional issues, and cooperative mechanisms that underpin the international criminal justice system. The course will also delve into the workings of international criminal tribunals, such as the International Criminal Court (ICC) and ad hoc tribunals, their jurisprudence, and their role in enforcing international criminal law.
COURSE OBJECTIVES | LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the nature, scope, and impact of international crimes and the challenges they pose to global security and justice.
Analyze the principles of international criminal law, including the concepts of jurisdiction, extradition, and mutual legal assistance.
Explore the roles and functions of international criminal institutions, such as the ICC, International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), and International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR).
Evaluate the effectiveness of international and regional frameworks in combating transnational crimes and achieving justice for victims.
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills through the examination of case studies, contemporary issues, and theoretical debates in international criminal justice.
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
