The course deals with the fundamental rules of international law concerning the use of force in international relations, conduct of hostilities and the protection of civilians during armed conflicts and the settlement of inter-state disputes. The international rules concerning disarmament and arms control will also be part of the course. Students will be asked to give a short presentation on a topic in the mentioned areas. close

• Emily Crawford/Alison Pert, International Humanitarian Law, Cambridge University Press, 2nd Edition 2020. • Christine Gray, International Law and the Use of Force, Oxford University Press, 4th Edition 2018. • Hugo Grotius, The Rights of War and Peace (edited by Stephen C. Neff), Cambridge University Press 2013. • J. G. Merrils, International Dispute Settlement, Cambridge University Press, 7th Edition 2017. close