Spring 2022 - POL 344 D100

International Law (4)

Class Number: 6028

Delivery Method: Remote

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Tue, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 12, 2022
    Tue, 11:59–11:59 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Six lower division units in political science or permission of the department.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Sovereignty, nationality, jurisdiction, arbitration. Examination of selected cases exemplifying present trends in the international legal order.

COURSE DETAILS:

The course surveys the nature, sources, development and functions of International Law. We explore the extent to which international legal rules, principles, norms, institutions, and processes provide a framework for the resolution of international disputes, and provide a basis for international cooperation in various issue-areas. The course adopts a broad approach that examines critically the relationship between law, politics and values in international relations. We examine prominent cases and adjudications in international law where necessary to acquaint students with the principles that underpin legal decisions and their interpretation and application.

COURSE ORGANIZATION:

There will be a synchronous 90 minute lecture once a week via zoom and asynchronous weekly participation in discussions via canvas. 

Grading

  • Participation in discussions 10%
  • Assignment 1 (Cases or Briefs) 20%
  • Assignment 2 (Research Essay) 35%
  • Final Exam (Take Home) - Due: April 12, 2022; 11:59pm. 35%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

All required readings are available electronically on canvas.


Department Undergraduate Notes:

The Department of Political Science strictly enforces a policy on plagiarism.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.