International Law: Fundamentals

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This course will examine the sources and nature of international law, as well as the processes by which international law is created, interpreted, and enforced. It will also cover substantive areas of international law such as use of force, international criminal law, law of the sea, international environmental law, and human rights law. The course utilizes simulations and role play exercises. This foundational course will be required for any students undertaking a Cox Center funded international law internship during the summer after 1L year. The course will also provide a provide a suitable foundation for taking any advanced international law course and is a required course for the International Law Concentration.