Institutions in International Law
Subject LAWS40062 (2014)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2014.
Credit Points: | 12.50 |
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Level: | 4 (Undergraduate) |
Dates & Locations: | This subject is not offered in 2014. |
Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: Semester 1 and Winter Recess (15 hours per week). Total Time Commitment: 144 hours. |
Prerequisites: | Permission from the subject coordinator. |
Corequisites: | None. |
Recommended Background Knowledge: | Studies in public international law are an advantage. |
Non Allowed Subjects: | None. |
Core Participation Requirements: |
For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills, and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to providing support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/. |
Contact
Melbourne Law School Student Centre
Email: law-studentcentre@unimelb.edu.au
Tel: +61 3 8344 4475
Subject Overview: |
This subject examines the place of international institutions within the international legal order, considering their structure, normative underpinnings, and activities. It focuses on inter-governmental organisations but also considers non-governmental organisations and the role of civil society and national governments in both types of institution. It considers how international institutions reflect conflicting notions of fragmentation and unity in international law. Principal topics to be covered include:
The class will have the opportunity to hear from and interact with expert guest lecturers on-site at a diverse range of governmental, intergovernmental, non-governmental and private commercial organisations.
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Learning Outcomes: |
A candidate who has successfully completed this subject should:
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Assessment: |
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Prescribed Texts: | Specialist printed materials will be made available from Melbourne Law School. |
Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Generic Skills: |
Students who successfully complete this subject will have developed the following skills:
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Notes: |
A maximum of 25 students may enrol in this subject. Students will be selected through a competitive application process. Further details regarding the subject and how to apply for a place in the subject and a scholarship will be available late in the academic year preceding proposed enrolment. Students will need to cover the cost of their flights to Geneva and meals and accommodation within Geneva. The research essay in this subject is regarded as a substantial piece of legal writing for honours purposes.
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