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International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague

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Course Summary

Learn how international law works in practice with this course from Leiden University. Explore real-life cases and gain practical skills for working in international law.

Key Learning Points

Gain practical skills for working in international law
Explore real-life cases to understand how international law works in practice
Learn from experienced professionals in the field

Learning Outcomes

Develop practical skills for working in international law
Understand how international law works in practice through real-life cases
Gain knowledge and insights from experienced professionals in the field

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of international law concepts
Proficient in English

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online and self-paced
Video lectures
Interactive assignments
Real-life case studies

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Description

International Law in Action explains the functions of each international court and tribunal present in The Hague, and it looks at how these institutions address contemporary problems. On the basis of selected cases, and through interviews with judges and lawyers, you will explore the role of these courts and tribunals and their potential to contribute to global justice.

The first module of the course will investigate how judicial settlement is different from other more political forms of dispute settlement, such as negotiation and mediation. It offers a brief historical overview and introduces the judicial and arbitral bodies based in The Hague. In the remaining modules you will learn about the functions of these courts and tribunals, and some of the challenges and prospects that they face. Three cross-cutting themes tie together all of these modules: (i) The interaction between law and politics; (ii) The continuing role of State consent; and (iii) The ability of international courts and tribunals to protect the public interest and global values. This course offers you an opportunity to gain a better insight into the functions and features of the courts and tribunals present in The Hague. You will gain a familiarity with each court or tribunal. You will develop realistic expectations of their capacity to address contemporary problems and an awareness of their limitations. You will also be able to discuss some of their most prominent cases. If you would like to have a better understanding of international law in action in The Hague, this is definitely the course for you! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera

Outline

An introduction to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague
Trailer
Introduction to the Course
How to succeed in your online class?
Introduction
The History of International Dispute Settlement in The Hague
Diplomatic versus Judicial International Dispute Settlement
Overview of the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague
The Course Themes: Law and Politics, State Consent, Global Values
Meet the instructor & her team
Leiden University: Facts & Figures
Community Guidelines
What is your learning path?
Required Reading
Recommended Reading
An Introduction to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague

The International Court of Justice (ICJ)
An Introduction to the International Court of Justice
The ICJ's Contentious Jurisdiction
Advisory Opinions of the International Court of Justice
The International Court of Justice and the Protection of the Environment
Interview with Judge Christopher Greenwood
Required Reading
Recommended Reading
The International Court of Justice

The Arbitration of International Disputes
Arbitration and the Permanent Court of Arbitration
Introduction to Inter-State Arbitration
Introduction to Investor-state Arbitration
Investment Arbitration and Public Interests: Human Health
Interview with Brooks W. Daly
Required Reading
Recommended Reading
The Arbitration of International Disputes

International Criminal Courts and Tribunals
From Nuremberg to The Hague: The Renaissance of International Criminal Law
The International Criminal Court
Interview with ICC Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda
International Criminal Courts and Global Values: The ICC and Democracy
Towards an International Terrorism Tribunal?
Required Reading
Recommended Reading
Documents for Reference
International Criminal Courts and Tribunals

Conclusions of the three Course Themes
Course Theme I: Law and Politics
Course Theme II: State Consent
Course Theme III: Global Values
Final Exam

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The course provides a comprehensive understanding of international law and its practical application.

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