Handbook - International Law and the Use of Force

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Overview

The control of the use of force in the international arena has proved to be one of the most intractable problems in international law. This course will examine the international law on the use of force, the jus ad bellum. It will introduce students to the laws relating to the … For more content click the Read More button below. Main Topics Limitations on the unilateral use of force by StatesChapter VII and the system for collective measuresUN peacekeepingRegional security

The control of the use of force in the international arena has proved to be one of the most intractable problems in international law. This course will examine the international law on the use of force, the jus ad bellum. It will introduce students to the laws relating to the prohibition of the use of force and discuss their exceptions, both agreed and controversial.

Main Topics

Limitations on the unilateral use of force by States
Chapter VII and the system for collective measures
UN peacekeeping
Regional security

Conditions for Enrolment

Pre-requisite: Academic Program must be 9281 or 9200 or 9240 or 9285 or 9220 or 9211 or 9201.

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Course

JURD7487

JURD7487 - International Law and the Use of Force

Course Outline

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