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ANU Law School · ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy
In an increasingly globalised world, international lawyers are called upon to address contemporary global challenges, represent and advise governments across diverse areas, and contribute to the development and codification of international law. This course introduces students to the role of international lawyers, the ways in which legal advice is provided, and the ethical issues that arise in practice. The course examines the practice of international law within the Australian Government, including the structures through which advice is generated and delivered. Topics include international negotiation, the conduct of international litigation, and the role of Parliament in the treaty-making process. Broader themes such as the role of legal advisers and the ethical dimensions of providing legal advice to government are also explored. Students develop their knowledge and skills through lectures, case studies, and practical exercises. The course includes collaborative negotiation exercises and analyses of real-world government practice to provide applied understanding of international legal processes.
The proposed means of assessment for this course will provide students with at least two pieces of assessment, including one piece during the teaching period. More information about the means of assessment, including the relationship between the assessment and the learning outcomes of the course, will be available in the class summary and on the course Canvas page.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Classes offered in non-standard sessions will be taught semi-intensively with compulsory contact hours of approximately 26 hours of face to face teaching. The course will also require advanced preparation through assigned readings. In total, it is anticipated that the hours required for completion of this course (class preparation, teaching and completion of assessment) will not exceed 120 hours. Classes offered during semester periods are expected to have three contact hours per week. Students are generally expected to devote at least 10 hours overall per week to this course. In total, it is anticipated that the hours required for completion of this course (class preparation, teaching and completion of assessment) will not exceed 120 hours.
Students must rely on the approved Class Summary which will be posted to the Programs and Courses site approximately two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Alternatively, this information will be published in the Program course list when known. Preliminary Reading Students must rely on the approved Class Summary which will be posted to the Programs and Courses site approximately two weeks prior to the commencement of the course.