Introductory description

This module focuses on that branch of International Law that has become known as International Criminal Law.

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Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

This module focuses on that branch of International Law that has become known as International Criminal Law.
It examines first the rationale behind this body of law, and the offences regarded as international crimes.
Secondly, it examines the history of international criminal tribunals culminating in the formation of the International Criminal Court.
Thirdly, it critically considers the political context and future development of international criminal law.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the institutional structures that support prosecution of proscribed offences as well as critically reflect and comment on their weaknesses and reflect on how these could be addressed
• Formulate both oral and written arguments on the enforcement or lack of it, of international criminal law
• Reflect on the future of international criminal law in the light of difficulties observed and to recommend procedural, substantive, policyand other changes that may strengthen Practice of the International Criminal Court.
• Demonstrate ability to research issues on international criminal law by gathering information, evaluating and synthesising it to arrive at a reasoned and logical conclusion
• Critically evaluate policy initiatives on the subject

Indicative reading list

Antonio Cassese and Paola Gaeta, Cassese's International Criminal Law (OUP 3rd ed 2013)

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This module specifically covers International Criminal Law.

Subject specific skills

No subject specific skills defined for this module.

Transferable skills

No transferable skills defined for this module.