LAW 740LEC - Public International Law

This basic international law course explores the elementary and foundational sources, norms, and institutions in the field of contemporary international law. It critically examines the processes of the creation, evolution, and enforcement of international law. In addition to looking at current inquiries in international legal scholarship such as state succession, the use of force, and the exportation of democracy, the course will also contrast the differing views of Western international law scholars to those of their counterparts in the developing world. This is a basic course for students interested in the international law concentration.

Credits: 3