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About the Course

-- About the Course -- From the Nuremberg trial to the case against Saddam Hussein, from the prosecution of Al-Qaeda terrorists to the trial of Somali pirates – no area of law is as important to world peace and security as international criminal law. Taught by one of the world’s leading experts in the field, this course will educate students about the fundamentals of international criminal law and policy. We will explore the contours of international crimes such as genocide, war crimes, terrorism, and piracy. We will examine unique modes of international criminal liability and specialized defenses. And we will delve into the challenges of obtaining custody of the accused and maintaining control of the courtroom. -- Course Syllabus -- This course comprises eight units (or "modules"). Each will include an assigned reading, typically an article or book chapter, as well as a simulation designed to bring the readings to life. I will also offer video lectures on each of the topics, accompanied by slides. In addition, there will be online role-play exercises and debates, enabling the students to share their own insights. The order of class sessions will be: (1) History: From Nuremberg to The Hague (2) International Crimes Part 1: War Crimes, Genocide, Crimes against Humanity, and Torture (3) International Crimes Part 2: Terrorism and Piracy (4) Special modes of liability: command responsibility, co-perpetration, and incitement (5) Special defenses: insanity, obedience to orders, duress, and head of state immunity (6) Gaining custody of the accused: extradition, luring, abduction, and targeted killing (7) Pre-Trial Issues: plea bargaining, self-representation, and exclusion of torture evidence (8) Maintaining control of the courtroom -- Recommended Background -- You don’t have to be a lawyer and there are no prerequisites for this course. However, the course will be conducted at the level expected of advanced undergraduate students. Therefore, for all participants, reading and writing comfortably in English at the undergraduate college level is desirable. -- Suggested Readings -- Students should read the assigned online materials for each unit in advance of the class session. In addition, students are invited to subscribe to “War Crimes Prosecution Watch,” a free bi-weekly e-newsletter that summarizes the latest developments in the field of international criminal law. -- Course Format -- This course is made up of eight content units. Each unit is based on an online reading assignment, a video lecture of about one hour in length, and one or more role play exercises to stimulate on-line discussion. The course also offers in-video enrichment quizzes (ungraded) for each unit, a ten question multiple choice midterm diagnostics exam (ungraded), and a ten question True/False Final Exam. -- FAQ-- How will this course be graded? This course is graded on completion. In order to complete the course each student must: (1) finish each module (or “lesson”); (2) write at least one essay response of 200 words or more for at least one simulation throughout the course; and (3) get a score of 6 out of 10 or better on the Final Exam. What resources will I need for this course? For this course, all you need is an Internet connection, and the time to read and discuss the exciting materials available online. What is the coolest thing about this course? The topics we will be discussing are ripped from the headlines. The topics are often controversial and thought-provoking, and always exciting....

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FJ

Aug 26, 2023

Professor Michael P. Scharf is an outstanding teacher, and I am happy that I could listen to his lectures and study the materials in this Course on Introduction to International Criminal Law.

EB

Nov 28, 2015

I thoroughly enjoyed this highly informative course - it shed a lot of light on aspects which have puzzled me over the years. Fascinating and very well presented. Thank you.

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Mar 20, 2021

Very good. My teacher well teached. I like my teacher and this lesson.

By Charles P L 1

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Sep 26, 2020

I love this course so much. It helped me a lot in my field. Thank you.

By Kamran R

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Jul 15, 2019

That's significant course for beginners to international criminal law.

By Elena P

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Sep 10, 2015

Difficult at times to wrap your head around it, but really interesting

By Pabalelo

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Jan 12, 2021

I learned a lot from this course and I enjoyed each and every module.

By Ratnayake M H S R

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Nov 13, 2020

A very interesting & well organized course. I've learned lot from it.

By Harkiranpal S K S

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May 16, 2020

Excellent course. Very interesting. Really enjoyed every moment of it

By Jessica S

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May 15, 2020

One of the most interesting online courses I have ever taken part in!

By Usman F

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Aug 19, 2020

This course is very helpful for understanding the international laws

By Tamara V A

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May 17, 2020

Gracias me fue de mucha ayuda el curso , super practico he accsebile

By Mahshid s G

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Jan 2, 2022

It a great opportunity for me to build up my criminal law knowledge

By Jorge D R H

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Jun 2, 2021

buenos trabajos y probablemnte los materiales sean los mas valiosos

By zaide l

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Jul 13, 2020

Fue una gran aportunidad realizar este curso , execelente dinámica.

By Liaquat A

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Aug 5, 2017

This was an excellent course and I learned a lot of things from it.

By Nelson O A

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Mar 5, 2016

It was a very interesting course full of new experiences. I love it

By ceejun c

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Aug 19, 2022

Highly informate course full of good case studies. Very satisfied.

By Carolina M

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Jan 18, 2021

It was an amazing course, and a way to deepen my knowledge in Law.

By Marlon C

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Oct 18, 2018

Simplemente un magnífico curso. Muy agradecido por la oportunidad.

By Ashley B

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Oct 7, 2017

Great teacher, excellent explanations, I really loved this course.

By usman S

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Jul 31, 2024

i am very satisfied from this course which may helps in the field

By Susana V

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Apr 24, 2021

a great course to learn the internacional criminal law! congrats!

By Rohan K

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Sep 18, 2020

Very eleborative and interesting subject as a law student pursued

By Mirna A N

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Aug 7, 2020

Such an amazing course! Great instructor as well! Learned a lot!!

By Joao A C

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Jul 7, 2016

A very comprehensible course . Reding material was very thorough

By fadhil A O

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Oct 11, 2024

am very greatful and happy for this very academic and enjoyable