Fall 2011 POLI_SCI 101-6 Freshman Seminar- International Law

"International Law" - Freshman Seminar

University Library 3322 - TuTh 9:30AM - 10:50AM
Overview of class
The practice of world politics is inseparable from that of international law. This class examines the system of rules that govern countries' international behavior, and its connection to real-world problems and opportunities. We will consider two sets of issues: first, case studies of particular aspects of international law, including the laws on war, torture, expropriation, and other issues; second, the broader political and conceptual settings for international law, asking about why states comply or not, how international law works, and the idea of the `rule of law' in world politics.
Teaching Method
Discussion
Evaluation Method
Class participation 30%
Short Papers 20% X 2 40%
Final Paper 30%
Class Materials (Required)
Readings will include
- case materials presented in a course packet or set of online resources;
- scholarly journal articles available online through the Northwestern library; and
- perhaps one or two books on international law and international politics
Class Notes
Three writing assignments:

- two short papers on the discussion material, 5 pages each
- final research paper on a problem in international law, 10 pages
Class Attributes
No P/N option for this section
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Freshmen and Sophomores
Add Consent: Department Consent Required
Drop Consent: Department Consent Required

Current as of 06/14/13 11:37:55 PM