LAW104 Civil Law II
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Law
Harun Halilović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This is a required course designed to introduce students to the concept and characteristics of family law,the status, rights and obligations of the legal subjects involved. The course will also explore the role of the competent authorities and courts in disputes regardding family matters. The subject matter will be observed from a comparative perspective, drawing from legal systems of the civil law and common law legal traditions.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Choudhry, S., & Herring, J. (Eds.). (2019). The Cambridge Companion to Comparative Family Law Traljić, N, Bubić, S (2007). Bračno pravo (Family Law), Pravni fakultet Univerziteta u Sarajevu, Sarajevo
Additional Literature
1. Understanding Familiy Law, 2004, ME Rodgers; Cavendish Publishing Limited, The Glass House, UK. 2. International Family Law, An introduction, 2005, Barbara Stark; Ashgate Publishing Limited, England. 3. “Family law, text, cases and materials”, Sonnia Haris Short, Joanna Miles (2011); Oxford University. 4. Materials provided by the lecturer.Teaching Methods
Ex cathedra lectures with active class participation
Discussions
Practical exercises
Comparative analysis
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction class | - |
| 2 | Sources or family law, Principles of family law | Family Law (2007), 17-29 |
| 3 | Marriage, obligations of the spouses, countering domestic violence | Family Law (2007), 30 - 57 |
| 4 | The termination of marriage (divorce, annulment) | Family Law (2007), 67 - 90 |
| 5 | Status of a child, maternity and paternity | Family Law (2007), 95 - 118 |
| 6 | Maternity and paternity - court determination of maternity and paternity | Family Law (2007), 118 - 138 |
| 7 | Adoption, Quiz 1 | Family Law (2007), 150 - 172 |
| 8 | Mid term exam | - |
| 9 | Parental rights and obligations | Family Law (2007), 173 - 190 |
| 10 | Parental rights and obligations | Family Law (2007), 190 - 213 |
| 11 | Organized student visit (TBA) | - |
| 12 | Legal guardianship | Family Law (2007), 215 - 240 |
| 13 | Legal guardianship, Quiz 2 | Family Law (2007), 243 - 260 |
| 14 | Obligations of support | Family Law (2007), 263 - 284 |
| 15 | Final exam preparation. | - |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAW104.1 | Course | Wednesday 17:00 - 19:50 | A F2.15 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F2.21 | |
| Thursday | 12:00 - 14:00 | A F2.21 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Quiz 1
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Quiz 2
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 5 ECTS credit course corresponds to 125 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
20 hours ⏳ (4 week × 5 h)
Home Study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
In-term Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
Final Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
125 Total Workload Hours
5 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [LAW104] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| LAW104 | Civil Law II | 3 | 0 | 5 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Harun Halilović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-15:00 Thursday: 12:00-14:00 |
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| hhalilovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This is a required course designed to introduce students to the concept and characteristics of family law,the status, rights and obligations of the legal subjects involved. The course will also explore the role of the competent authorities and courts in disputes regardding family matters. The subject matter will be observed from a comparative perspective, drawing from legal systems of the civil law and common law legal traditions. |
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| Textbook | Choudhry, S., & Herring, J. (Eds.). (2019). The Cambridge Companion to Comparative Family Law Traljić, N, Bubić, S (2007). Bračno pravo (Family Law), Pravni fakultet Univerziteta u Sarajevu, Sarajevo | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Ex cathedra lectures with active class participation, discussions, practical exercises, comparative analysis | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction class | - | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Sources or family law, Principles of family law | Family Law (2007), 17-29 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Marriage, obligations of the spouses, countering domestic violence | Family Law (2007), 30 - 57 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The termination of marriage (divorce, annulment) | Family Law (2007), 67 - 90 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Status of a child, maternity and paternity | Family Law (2007), 95 - 118 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Maternity and paternity - court determination of maternity and paternity | Family Law (2007), 118 - 138 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Adoption, Quiz 1 | Family Law (2007), 150 - 172 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid term exam | - | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Parental rights and obligations | Family Law (2007), 173 - 190 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Parental rights and obligations | Family Law (2007), 190 - 213 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Organized student visit (TBA) | - | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Legal guardianship | Family Law (2007), 215 - 240 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Legal guardianship, Quiz 2 | Family Law (2007), 243 - 260 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Obligations of support | Family Law (2007), 263 - 284 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Final exam preparation. | - | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz 1 | 1 | 15 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz 2 | 1 | 15 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Midterm exam study | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 15 | 30 | In-term Exam Study | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 125 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 5 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/02/2026 | |||||||||