LAW245 Environmental Law
LAW245 Environmental Law
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Law
Kenan Ademovic
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The main objective of this course is to familiarize students with the terminology of Environmental Law and with national and international regulations in this field of Law (and convergent legal areas such as criminal, civil and administrative Law), so that students would be able to argumentative and competently discuss the environmental and legal issues with the application of acquired knowledge into practice.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Pierre-Marie Dupuy, Jorge E. Viinuales, International Environmental Law, Second Edition, Cambridge, 2018
Additional Literature
Joanna Miller Smallwood, Implementing International Environmental Law and Policy, Routledge, 2024. Malgosia Fitzmaurice, Contemporary Issues in International Environmental Law, Edward Elgar, 2009.Teaching Methods
Lectures
Discussion
Debates
Analysis
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and housekeeping | Material provided by the instructor |
| 2 | Foundations of Environmental Law: Emergence and Development of Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 1 |
| 3 | Main features of Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 2 |
| 4 | The Principles anf Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 3 |
| 5 | Substantive Regulation: Oceans, Seas and Freshwater | Part II, Ch. 4 |
| 6 | Protection of the Atmosphere | Part II, Ch. 5 |
| 7 | Species, Ecosystems and Biodiversity | Part II, Ch. 6 |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Covers the preceding materials |
| 9 | Dangerous Substances and Activities | Part II, Ch. 7 |
| 10 | Implementation: Traditional Approaches | Part III, Ch. 8 |
| 11 | Implementation: New Approaches | Part III, Ch. 9 |
| 12 | Int. Env. Law as a Perspective: Human Rights and the Environment | Part IV, Ch. 10 |
| 13 | Environmental DImensions of International Security | Part IV, Ch. 11 |
| 14 | Environmental Protection and International Economic Law | Part IV, Ch. 12 |
| 15 | Excursion Trip. Review and preparation for the Final Exam | Covers the preceding materials |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAW245.1 | Course | Tuesday 13:00 - 15:50 | A F2.15 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 09:00 - 14:00 | A F2.23 | Online |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Research paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
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 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home study
10 hours ⏳ (10 week × 1 h)
Assignment
20 hours ⏳ (4 week × 5 h)
In term exam
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Final exam study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Research paper
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 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 [LAW245] 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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| LAW245 | Environmental Law | 3 | 0 | 6 | Tuesday 13:00-15:50h | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Kenan Ademovic | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Friday: 9:00-14:00 Online |
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| kademovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | hskose@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | The main objective of this course is to familiarize students with the terminology of Environmental Law and with national and international regulations in this field of Law (and convergent legal areas such as criminal, civil and administrative Law), so that students would be able to argumentative and competently discuss the environmental and legal issues with the application of acquired knowledge into practice. |
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| Textbook | Pierre-Marie Dupuy, Jorge E. Viinuales, International Environmental Law, Second Edition, Cambridge, 2018 | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures. Discussion. Debates. Analysis. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction and housekeeping | Material provided by the instructor | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Foundations of Environmental Law: Emergence and Development of Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Main features of Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The Principles anf Int. Env. Law | Part I, Ch. 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Substantive Regulation: Oceans, Seas and Freshwater | Part II, Ch. 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Protection of the Atmosphere | Part II, Ch. 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Species, Ecosystems and Biodiversity | Part II, Ch. 6 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Covers the preceding materials | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Dangerous Substances and Activities | Part II, Ch. 7 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Implementation: Traditional Approaches | Part III, Ch. 8 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Implementation: New Approaches | Part III, Ch. 9 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Int. Env. Law as a Perspective: Human Rights and the Environment | Part IV, Ch. 10 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Environmental DImensions of International Security | Part IV, Ch. 11 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Environmental Protection and International Economic Law | Part IV, Ch. 12 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Excursion Trip. Review and preparation for the Final Exam | Covers the preceding materials | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm | 1 | 30 | 1-3 | Not Allowed | |
| Research paper | 1 | 15 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 15 | 1-4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home study | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Assignment | 5 | 4 | 20 | In term exam | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Final exam study | 15 | 1 | 15 | Research paper | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||
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| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/02/2026 | |||||||||