LAW332 Diplomatic and Consular Law

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LAW332 Diplomatic and Consular Law 3 0 5 Thursday 12:00-14:50h
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Assistant Sen. Assist. Hana Šarkinović-Köse MA Assistant E-mail hskose@ius.edu.ba
Course Objectives The purpose of the course is to provide an introduction to the diplomatic and consular law. Diplomatic and consular law is one of sub-disciplines of Public International Law. In order to upgrade the theoretical knowledge, students develop the ability to resolve specific practical issues by analysing the relevant treaty provisions and jurisprudence, in particular case-law of the International Court of Justice. The first part of this course focuses on the issues of diplomatic law, including special missions and diplomatic law of international organizations. The second part of the course addresses the topics of consular law.
Textbook Main Textbook: 1. Feltham, R. G.: Diplomatic Handbook, 7th Edition, Addison Wesley Longman Limited, England, 1998. 2. Cooper A.F., Heine J., Thakur R. eds.: The Oxford Handbook of Modern Diplomacy, Oxford University Press, 2013.
Additional Literature
  • 1. Malcolm N. Shaw: International Law, 6th Edition, Cambridge University Press, 2008.
  • 2. Berridge G.R., Keens-Soper M., Otte T.G. eds.: Diplomatic Theory from Machiavelli to Kissinger, Palgrave Macmillan, 2001.
Learning Outcomes After successful  completion of the course, the student will be able to:
  1. understand and interpret the sources of diplomatic and consular law;
  2. apply appropriately the sources of diplomatic and consular law to current issues;
  3. compare and evaluate different domestic policies;
  4. identify and critically appraise the role played by consuls and diplomats in international affairs;
  5. develop analytical and critical thinking, interpersonal and communication skills.
Teaching Methods Teaching will be delivered by lectures, class discussions and assessment of academic and video materials. Lectures will provide students with an overview of the law and the key principles/issues relevant to particular topics. After each lecture, discussed below, students will be equipped to complete independent study including reading of literature, cases, and international legal materials.
Teaching Method Delivery Online Teaching Method Delivery Notes
WEEK TOPIC REFERENCE
Week 1 Introduction to Diplomatic Law; The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 1961 Convention
Week 2 Introduction to Diplomatic relations; The establishment of diplomatic relations and of permanent diplomatic missions Main Textbook, Chapter 1
Week 3 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Main Textbook, Chapter 2
Week 4 The diplomatic mission; General observations and definitions; The head of mission; Administration and coordination Main Textbook, Chapter 3
Week 5 Commercial and economics section; Consular section, Press and information section; Service and specialist attachés Main Textbook, Chapter 3
Week 6 Absence or indisposition of a head of mission; Appointments, Arrivals and departures; The diplomat Main Textbook, Chapter 3
Week 7 MIDTERM EXAM Covers the preceding materials
Week 8 Protocol and Procedure; Flags; Dress; State ceremonies Main Textbook, Chapter 4
Week 9 Diplomatic privileges and immunities Main Textbook, Chapter 5
Week 10 Diplomatic privileges and immunities-continued Main Textbook, Chapter 5
Week 11 Consular privileges and immunities: the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, 1963 Convention
Week 12 Consular officers and consular posts; Consular functions Main Textbook, Chapter 6
Week 13 Severance of consular relations Main Textbook, Chapter 6
Week 14 The diplomat and the media Main Textbook, Chapter 11
Week 15 Revision of taught materials, preparation for final exam Covers the preceding materials
Assessment Methods and Criteria Evaluation Tool Quantity Weight Alignment with LOs
Final Exam 1 35 1,2,3,4,5
Semester Evaluation Components
Midterm Exam 1 30 1,2,3,4,5
Class Presentation 1 10 2,3,4,5
Research paper and presentation 1 15 1,2,3,4,5
Attendance and Active Participation 15 10 1,2,3,4,5
***     ECTS Credit Calculation     ***
 Activity Hours Weeks Student Workload Hours Activity Hours Weeks Student Workload Hours
Lecture Hours 3 15 45 Class Presentation 15 1 15
Research paper 15 1 15
Midterm Exam Study 4 5 20 Final Exam Study 5 6 30
        Total Workload Hours = 125
*T= Teaching, P= Practice ECTS Credit = 5
Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey Last Update Date: 06/09/2021
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