Course Syllabus of Zhongnan University of Economics and Law
Course Title: International law and Its Practice in China | ||||
Course Code | 61063002 | Semester | 1 | |
Teaching Hours | 32 | Credits | 2 | |
Prerequisites | None | |||
Instructor Information | ||||
Name | Jiang He | jianghe@zuel.edu.cn | ||
Institute | ZNUEL, International Education School | |||
Applicable Object | International Students | |||
Course Objectives | The principal objective of this course is to provide the candidates with a thorough understanding of concept, nature, general principles and major institutions of public international law. This course will also develop the analytical, critical and evaluative skills of candidates in the area of the role, scope and operation of law in international affairs as well as introduce them to the logic and method of international legal argument. | |||
Course Description (200 words) | This course begins with an introduction to the concept, nature and evolution of public international law and explores its function and relevant competing perspectives in the general theories of international law. Before going on to consider the fundamental principles of the international legal system, candidates will be introduced to the sources of public international law (custom, treaties and other sources) as well as the relationship between domestic law and international law, both of which can contribute to the further understanding of the characteristics of international law. The principles of international law more generally govern the relations between the international legal entities such as states and international organizations. The selected and specialized fields covered by this include international space law, international environmental law, diplomatic and consular law, treaty law, international trade law and dispute settlement & responding to breaches of international law. | |||
Assessment Methods | Class presence 20% This assessment is subject to the attendance requirements. Participation in class discussions 20% Participation marks are based on a student’s contribution to class discussions. Marks reflect the quality and the quantity of a student’s participation. In preparation for the weekly seminar, students are expected to do the assigned readings. Paper writing 60% | |||
Textbooks and References | Mark W. Janis, An Introduction to International Law Rebecca M.M. Wallace, International Law (the fourth Edition) Louis Henkin, International Law: Politics and Values Oscar Schachter, International Law in Theory and Practice D.J.Harris, Cases and Materials on International Law Eric Heinze ＆ Malgosia Fitzmaurice, Landmark Cases in Public International Law Rosalyn Higgins, Problems and Process: International Law and How We Use it? | |||
Course planning | ||||
Chapter 1 | History and China Topic1: Introduction to Int Law Topic2: China and international law Topic3: Chinese culture or religions Topic4: Introduction to and practice of international law | |||
Chapter 2 | Basic principles of international law Topic1: Introduction to the basic principle of international law Topic2: The UN Charter and Principles of international law Topic3: The five principles of peaceful co-existence Topic4: On the respective principle of modern international law | |||
Chapter 3 | Law of the sea Topic1: Introduction to law of the sea Topic2: History of the law of the sea Topic3: National practice of the law of the sea Topic4: China’s marine disputes | |||
Chapter 4 | Treaty law Topic1: Introduction to treaty law Topic2: Conclusion and entry into force of treaties Topic3: Reservation of treaties Topic4: The effects of treaties Topic5: Treaty interpretation Topic6: Invalidity of treaties Topic7: Termination of, suspension of and withdrawal from treaties | |||
Chapter 5 | International human rights Topic1: Introduction to human rights Topic2: Legal system of human rights Topic3: Regional system of human rights Topic4: China’s policy of HR protection Topic5: Case study in human rights | |||
Chapter 6 | Priviledge and immunity Topic1: Introduction to diplomatic and consular law Topic2: A comparison of diplomatic and consular relations Topic3: China's theory and practice in related fields | |||
Chapter 7 | State's responsibility Topic1: Introduction Topic2: Imputability Topic3: International crimes | |||
Chapter 8 | International environmental law Topic1: Introduction to international environmental law Topic2: Legal system for marine pollution control Topic3: Legal system of space environment Topic4: Legal system for the protection of biodiversity and world heritage | |||
Chapter 9 | Values of international law Topic1: Introduction to legal values Topic2: Law and justice Topic3: Law and order Topic4: Law and liberty Topic5: Law and equality Topic6: Law and efficiency | |||
Chapter 10 | Criminal law and judicial assistance Topic1: Introduction Topic2: Characteristics of international judicial assistance in criminal matters Topic3: Principles of international judicial assistance in criminal matters | |||
Chapter 11 | International anti-terrorist law Topic1: International terrorism and anti-terrorist law Topic2: Fundamental principles of international anti-terrorist law Topic3: The legislative status of international anti-terrorist law | |||
Chapter 12 | International judiciary Topic1: Theoretical basis Topic2: Operating principles Topic3: Current situation and development trends Topic4: China and International judicial institutions | |||
