Carleton University · LAWS 2601

Public International Law

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Examination of the role of law in contemporary international relations. Nature, history and sources of international law; international personality of states; status of international organizations and individuals; creation and effect of international obligations; importance and functions of law in the settlement of international disputes.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from LAWS 1001 and LAWS 1002 or PAPM 1001 and PSCI 2003 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from LAWS 1001 and LAWS 1002 or PAPM 1001 and PSCI 2003 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.
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Examination of the role of law in contemporary international relations. Nature, history and sources of international law; international personality of states; status of international organizations and individuals; creation and effect of international obligations; importance and functions of law in the settlement of international disputes.

  • Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from LAWS 1001 and LAWS 1002 or PAPM 1001 and PSCI 2003 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.

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