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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

Conditions for Enrolment

Pre-requisite: Academic Program must be 9281, 9200, 9240, 9285, 9220, 9211, 9225 or 9201

Delivery

Fully online - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

In-person - Intensive

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

Fully online - Intensive

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Course Outline

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LAWS8087 Course Outline

Fees

TypeAmount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)$1813
Domestic Students$4500
International Students$5490

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