About the Course

The course will expose you to the institutions and processes used to punish individuals alleged to have committed crimes that constitute some of the most serious violations of international humanitarian and human rights law. The course considers international criminal law in its broader political context and as one response to war and mass atrocities.

What You Gain

• Use the vocabulary in the field of international criminal law;
• Describe the various jurisdictional bases for prosecuting international crimes and the international institutions to enforce ICL;
• Evaluate the different institutions used to enforce international criminal law;
• Evaluate the position of the United States with respect to the various institutions used to enforce international criminal law;
• Analyze the efficacy of ICL as a means of deterring and punishing international crimes, as well as promoting international peace, reconciliation, and security;
• Justify the use of ICL or other transitional justice mechanisms to address armed conflict, mass violence, or repression;
• Apply the substantive international criminal law to particular facts and conduct; and
• Develop foundational practice-ready prosecutorial and defense skills.