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Course Structure Across 10 Semesters

Advanced Departmental Electives

The department offers a range of advanced elective courses that allow students to explore specialized areas within international law. These courses are designed to deepen understanding and provide practical insights into current legal issues and trends.

Human Rights Law in Practice

This course examines the application of human rights principles in real-world scenarios, focusing on regional systems such as the European Court of Human Rights, the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, and the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights. Students engage with case studies involving refugee protection, gender-based violence, and economic inequality.

International Environmental Law

This course explores how international law governs environmental challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution control, and natural resource management. Students study major treaties, international agreements, and legal mechanisms for enforcement, as well as the role of non-state actors in environmental governance.

Cybersecurity and Data Protection

This course addresses the legal challenges posed by digital transformation, including data privacy laws, cybercrime legislation, cybersecurity frameworks, and the regulation of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. Students analyze recent cases and policy developments to understand evolving threats and responses.

International Trade Law and Dispute Resolution

This elective delves into the legal structures governing international commerce, including customs regulations, dispute resolution mechanisms, intellectual property protection, and WTO agreements. Students examine landmark cases and engage in mock arbitration exercises to gain practical experience.

Maritime Law and Ocean Governance

This course provides an overview of maritime law principles under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), including jurisdictional issues, shipping regulations, marine environmental protection, and dispute resolution in international waters. Students explore the legal implications of modern shipping practices and ocean governance.

International Criminal Justice

This course covers the prosecution of war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity within international legal frameworks. Students study the structure and function of international tribunals such as the ICC, ICTY, and ICTR, examining landmark cases and current challenges in transitional justice.

Diplomatic Immunity and International Relations Law

This course explores the legal aspects of statecraft, including diplomatic immunity, treaty negotiations, and multilateral cooperation. Students examine historical precedents and contemporary issues in international relations law to understand how legal principles shape foreign policy decisions.

Corporate Compliance and Ethics in Global Markets

This elective prepares students for roles in multinational corporations by focusing on compliance requirements, ethical standards, labor rights, and corporate social responsibility. Students learn about anti-corruption laws, labor standards, and the regulatory frameworks governing international business conduct.

International Intellectual Property Law

This course explores the legal mechanisms protecting intellectual property across borders, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Students study international treaties such as the Paris Convention and TRIPS Agreement, examining how these instruments affect innovation and competition globally.

Global Health Law and Pandemic Response

This course analyzes legal frameworks governing public health emergencies, including pandemic response strategies, global health governance, and the role of international organizations. Students examine recent outbreaks such as COVID-19 and analyze how legal systems adapt to emerging health threats.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department emphasizes project-based learning as a core component of student education. This approach encourages active engagement with real-world legal challenges through research, analysis, and collaboration with peers and faculty members.

Mini-projects are assigned throughout the program to help students develop critical thinking skills and apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations. These projects typically involve analyzing specific legal issues, drafting policy recommendations, or conducting comparative studies between different jurisdictions.

The final-year capstone project requires students to undertake an in-depth research study on a topic of their choice within the field of international law. This project is supervised by faculty members and often results in a published paper or policy brief that contributes to ongoing academic discourse.

Students select their projects based on personal interest and career goals, with guidance from faculty mentors who provide feedback throughout the research process. The department facilitates access to legal databases, expert consultations, and institutional resources to support student inquiry.