POL 319: International Law

Goal: To provide students with an understanding of the role of international law in the relation between states and other actors in the international system.
Content: The course addresses the history and sources of international law; the rights and duties of states; the impact of international law on domestic law; the use of force; human rights; and the new International Course of Justice. It gives special emphasis to international law and its relationship to the behavior of states in the post 9/11 era.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of College writing proficiency requirement or permission of instructor.
Credit: 3
Degree Level: Undergraduate