Examination of the role of law in contemporary international relations. Nature, history and sources of international law; international personality of states; the status of international organizations and individuals; creation and effect of international obligations; importance and functions of law in the settlement of international disputes. Precludes additional credit for LAWS 3603 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from LAWS 1000 [1.0], PAPM 1000 [1.0], PSCI 1000 [1.0 ] (No longer offered), PSCI 1001 and PSCI 1002 (no longer offered), PSCI 1100 and PSCI 1200.Lectures three hours a week.
