COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Laws of War
Prof. Valerie C. Epps
3 credits day; 3 credits evening.

This course will study the laws applicable to armed conflict, both international and non-international. The course topics will include: peaceful settlement of disputes; the use of force, start of hostilities; the Geneva Conventions and Protocols; war crimes, the Nuremberg Principles; crimes against humanity; the crime of aggression; international criminal courts; peacekeeping; alliances and defense agreements; chemical and biological weapons; nuclear weapons; arms control and non-proliferation.

Prerequisite: It is preferable that students have completed the International Law course   Elective Course   Meets International Law Concentration Requirements   Take Home Exam Required

<<Course Updated: August 11, 2010>>

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