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 | PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW | ||
Code | LAW563 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr RJ Knox Law R.Knox@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 20 |
Aims |
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To provide an in-depth specialist knowledge of the principles and structure of international law, with special emphasis on law-making processes; |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To demonstrate a critical understanding and knowledge of the principles that form the basis of the law governing inter-state relations; |
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(LO2) To show an ability to identify complex international legal issues and problems including those suitable for further research; |
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(LO3) To show an ability to work effectively with all relevant primary and secondary international legal sources, including complex materials, and to inform and develop understanding of a given topic; |
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(LO4) To demonstrate an awareness of the interaction of political and legal factors in the conduct of international relations; |
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(LO5) To reflect an ability to apply legal knowledge to complex situations including those involving doctrinal disputes over the theory and practice of international law, and to offer own reasoned views over such legal disputes; |
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(LO6) To show an ability to construct coherent legal arguments orally and in writing; |
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(LO7) To reflect an ability to undertake independent research, and to think critically about international legal issues; |
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(LO8) To demonstrate an ability to interpret and evaluate international legal materials within the wider context of international relations and domestic practices. |
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(S1) Critical analysis |
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(S2) Problem Solving |
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(S3) Verbal communication |
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(S4) Effective legal reasoning |
Syllabus |
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Nature, history and basis of international law; [Please note that not all the above topics may necessarily be taught in any given |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Seminar |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
24 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 176 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 200 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Coursework There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 3,500 words | 80 | ||||
Group work and group presentation There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 15-20 minute group p | 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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Mrs CJ Fairhurst | School of Law and Social Justice | Carly.Bates@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr V Tzevelekos | Law | V.Tzevelekos@liverpool.ac.uk |
Dr JB Fanning | Law | J.B.Fanning@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: |
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 |