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030121 KU International Law of Peacekeeping Operations (2023S)

2.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 3 - Rechtswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work

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Details

max. 40 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 17.03. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 24.03. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 31.03. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 21.04. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 28.04. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 05.05. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 12.05. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal U13 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1
  • Friday 23.06. 14:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal U12 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

In particular since the end of the Cold War, the international community has often reacted to crises by employing peacekeeping operations. This course discusses the international legal framework in which they operate, in particular including:
- who are the relevant actors in this context (from the UN, to regional organizations, and the Troup Contributing Countries);
- how are peacekeeping operations created and by whom (resolutions by international organizations, and the Status of Mission/Forces Agreements with host states);
- how are they staffed (interactions between international organizations and (member) states);
- what legal norms apply to them when in the field (human rights and humanitarian law, Rules of Engagement); and
- what (if anything) happens when that legal framework is violated (questions of international responsibility, immunities).

These questions will be examined against the relevant broader historical and political background. A basic knowledge of public international law is preferable (e.g. on sources of international law; principles of international law; the status of states, individuals and international organizations), however not mandatory.

Assessment and permitted materials

The course will be graded on the basis of class participation and a final written exam held in the last session.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Participation in class (40%), final written exam (60%). At least 50% is necessary to pass the course.

Examination topics

Knowledge of materials provided during the course.

Reading list

Will be provided on moodle.

Association in the course directory

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