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About the Course

-- About the Course -- From the Nuremberg trial to the case against Saddam Hussein, from the prosecution of Al-Qaeda terrorists to the trial of Somali pirates – no area of law is as important to world peace and security as international criminal law. Taught by one of the world’s leading experts in the field, this course will educate students about the fundamentals of international criminal law and policy. We will explore the contours of international crimes such as genocide, war crimes, terrorism, and piracy. We will examine unique modes of international criminal liability and specialized defenses. And we will delve into the challenges of obtaining custody of the accused and maintaining control of the courtroom. -- Course Syllabus -- This course comprises eight units (or "modules"). Each will include an assigned reading, typically an article or book chapter, as well as a simulation designed to bring the readings to life. I will also offer video lectures on each of the topics, accompanied by slides. In addition, there will be online role-play exercises and debates, enabling the students to share their own insights. The order of class sessions will be: (1) History: From Nuremberg to The Hague (2) International Crimes Part 1: War Crimes, Genocide, Crimes against Humanity, and Torture (3) International Crimes Part 2: Terrorism and Piracy (4) Special modes of liability: command responsibility, co-perpetration, and incitement (5) Special defenses: insanity, obedience to orders, duress, and head of state immunity (6) Gaining custody of the accused: extradition, luring, abduction, and targeted killing (7) Pre-Trial Issues: plea bargaining, self-representation, and exclusion of torture evidence (8) Maintaining control of the courtroom -- Recommended Background -- You don’t have to be a lawyer and there are no prerequisites for this course. However, the course will be conducted at the level expected of advanced undergraduate students. Therefore, for all participants, reading and writing comfortably in English at the undergraduate college level is desirable. -- Suggested Readings -- Students should read the assigned online materials for each unit in advance of the class session. In addition, students are invited to subscribe to “War Crimes Prosecution Watch,” a free bi-weekly e-newsletter that summarizes the latest developments in the field of international criminal law. -- Course Format -- This course is made up of eight content units. Each unit is based on an online reading assignment, a video lecture of about one hour in length, and one or more role play exercises to stimulate on-line discussion. The course also offers in-video enrichment quizzes (ungraded) for each unit, a ten question multiple choice midterm diagnostics exam (ungraded), and a ten question True/False Final Exam. -- FAQ-- How will this course be graded? This course is graded on completion. In order to complete the course each student must: (1) finish each module (or “lesson”); (2) write at least one essay response of 200 words or more for at least one simulation throughout the course; and (3) get a score of 6 out of 10 or better on the Final Exam. What resources will I need for this course? For this course, all you need is an Internet connection, and the time to read and discuss the exciting materials available online. What is the coolest thing about this course? The topics we will be discussing are ripped from the headlines. The topics are often controversial and thought-provoking, and always exciting....

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FJ

Aug 26, 2023

Professor Michael P. Scharf is an outstanding teacher, and I am happy that I could listen to his lectures and study the materials in this Course on Introduction to International Criminal Law.

II

Feb 16, 2021

super enjoyable and to the point. No stress of having to study loads, you just take in the information. The simulations were lots of fun to participate in. One of my favourite courses.

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By Suhaib N

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Jun 22, 2020

good course,learnt a lot

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Oct 31, 2019

good introductory course

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Sep 22, 2015

BEST COURSE I EVER TOOK!

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Jul 7, 2020

Enjoyed every lessons .

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Jun 23, 2020

muy bueno e instructivo

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Sep 27, 2025

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Jun 22, 2021

it is excellent course

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Dec 14, 2020

The interesting course

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Oct 4, 2020

one of the best course

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Aug 27, 2020

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May 23, 2020

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May 18, 2017

JUST A WORD..EXCELLENT

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Apr 19, 2025

exceptional teachings

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Aug 10, 2022

it was really usefull

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Jul 25, 2021

Very good shoul learn

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Sep 24, 2020

Ótimo, aprendi muito!

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Jul 16, 2020

its very useful to me

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Jun 21, 2020

Is a excelente course

By Anthony

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Jun 14, 2020

Excelente experiencia

By Winston A W

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May 24, 2020

Excellent, thank you.

By Ericka S

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Sep 28, 2016

I enjoyed this course

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Jun 2, 2016

Its really Excellent.

By Amr A W

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Jan 18, 2016

Excellente course. :)

By suman s

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Nov 10, 2024

Well designed course

By Velly H

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Jun 28, 2023

excexcellent course