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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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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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I thoroughly enjoyed this highly informative course - it shed a lot of light on aspects which have puzzled me over the years. Fascinating and very well presented. Thank you.

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By Meenakshi S

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Jul 23, 2020

the Course is quite interesting. Great Course for every student of any profession.

By Jeanette

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Dec 3, 2019

Excelentes las explicaciones, videos, foros, correcciones. Recomendado totalmente!

By Diego I B S

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Apr 30, 2018

excelente curso!!, con contenidos de primera que permiten ampliar el concocimiento

By Gutierrez Z T B

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Oct 29, 2020

great to start getting the background and the basic of internacional crimanl law.

By Georgia D

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Jul 9, 2020

I really enjoyed and learnt much in this interesting course, thank you very much!

By MEHMET F Ç

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May 25, 2020

wow such a inspirational course.Thank you to those who made this course possible.

By MD.ASHIKUL I S S

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May 21, 2020

Am from bangladesh.Thanks a lot Coursera for Leaned me international criminal law

By Abhay S

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Nov 16, 2022

Absolutely helpful for someone who wants to get into International Criminal Law!

By M B " F J

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Dec 31, 2015

For those laypersons seeking to gain understanding of the emerging International

By Dev D

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Jul 13, 2021

REALLY ENJOYED THE LEARNING...ITS AN EYE OPENER FOR ME..GREATFUL TO COURSERA...

By A G

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Apr 9, 2020

Increíble, muy bien explicado, productivo, te hace pensar y utilizar la lógica

By Dhruvil S R

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Mar 30, 2020

A Very good course for an initial understanding of International Criminal Law.

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Jan 25, 2020

I Learnt many things about Law!

So How can i get my Certificate?

Kindly Guide me

By SAKHI I

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Jan 25, 2018

I enjoyed this Course, it was helpful and I learned several things Thank you !

By BILU K

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Sep 26, 2016

A great course introduces you to the International Law Making Body's. Love it!

By shivika b

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Sep 12, 2020

This course is amazing and everyone should try it as it clears many concepts.

By Joseph S

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Sep 5, 2020

very good, very interesting and stimulating. i enjoyed the course very much !

By RAJESH K

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May 4, 2020

it was a very good experience in learning from a highly experienced professor

By SHADMAN A

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Sep 14, 2024

A course which helped me to understand the fundamentals of ICL. Recommended.

By PRAKASH P

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Aug 16, 2015

Great Learning! Thank you Professor for the wonderful course!

Regards,

Prakash

By Aleksandra F

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Dec 27, 2023

Many interesting and useful information on the subject. Strongly recommend!

By Lyndsey M R

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Aug 26, 2022

Extremely informative and insightful. Easy to follow and thorough syllabus.

By ALAA A B

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Jun 15, 2020

it is great that we hoped that if it is longer and dealt with more subjects

By Shambhavi S

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May 5, 2020

Intriguing, Well Explained and Informative. Extremely helpful for students.

By James N

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Jan 27, 2016

The course is so fantastic and it open up to human rights and law i like it