Law School Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Law of International Organisations | ||
Code | LAW312 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr KA Johnston Law Katie.Johnston@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the general international law principles that regulate the creation and functioning of international (i.e. intergovernmental) organisations and with knowledge of how these principles apply in the particular context of the legal regimes applicable to specific international organisations, such as the United Nations, WTO, and regional intergovernmental organisations. The module aims to allow students who already have some knowledge of public international law to develop a more detailed and sophisticated understanding of this field of law by analysing how these general principles apply in this context. By incorporating elements of international organisations theory, the module aims to enable students to think critically about the impact of international organisations. The module aims to give students a thorough knowledge of the legal issues raised by the everyday operation of international organisations, such as t heir decision-making and budgetary processes. In this way, the module aims to promote the employability of Liverpool graduates by preparing students for future careers in international organisations. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) At the end of this module students will be able to identify, define, and critically analyse the core doctrinal concepts of the law of international organisations |
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(LO2) At the end of this module students will be able to demonstrate a critical understanding of the theoretical approaches to understanding the role and function of international organisations |
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(LO3) At the end of this module students will be able to apply the rules of international organisations law to real-life situations, appreciating that no two organisations are the same (with a specific awareness of the important difference between universal and regional organisations) |
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(LO4) At the end of this module students will be able to demonstrate an awareness of the interaction of political and legal factors in the conduct of international relations |
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(S1) Study skills (e.g. conduct independent research and critically analyse a new field of law) |
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(S2) Problem-solving skills (e.g. applying legal knowledge to real-world situations) |
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(S3) Communication and reasoning skills (e.g. in seminars and in a group presentation) |
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(S4) Employability skills (e.g. collaborative practice and time management) |
Syllabus |
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Indicative topics: • The concept of international organisations and their historical context |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1: Lecture Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 4 hours (week 1 and week 12) Description: An introductory class will take the form of a lecture. There will also be a lecture that will provide an overview of the module topics and assessment guidance Attendance Recorded: Yes Teaching Method 2: Weekly seminars Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 2 hours weekly i.e. 20 hours over the semester (excluding week 1 and reading week). Description: This module would be taught primarily through weekly seminars, reflecting the more advanced nature of the course content as compared with e.g. LAW353. Students would be expected to participate actively in a discussion of the issues raised by the preparatory reading. Attendance Recorded: Yes Self-Directed Learning Hours: 106 hours Description: Students are expected to prepare for each seminar in advance by completing reading assignments included in the module handbook, and to revise for the end-of-module exam. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
22 |
6 |
2 |
30 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 106 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 136 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment Title: Final exam Weighting: 80% Assessment Notes: Students will be given 5 possible questions, which they have not seen beforehand, and must answer two in the time allowed. Students must | 105 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 Assessment Title: Group presentation – International Organisation case studies Assessment Type: Presentation Duration / Size: Working in groups, students will deliver a 15-minute prese | 15 | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Other Staff Teaching on this Module |
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Dr BL Murphy | Law | B.L.Murphy@liverpool.ac.uk |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Co-requisite modules: |
LAW353 PRINCIPLES OF INTERNATIONAL LAW |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Additional Programme Information |