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Welcome to the captivating and curious field of international criminal law! In this course, we will embark on a journey through the intricate web of legal principles, jurisprudence, and global challenges that define the ever-evolving realm of international criminal justice.

International criminal law is a field like no other. It transcends borders, cultures, and political ideologies to hold individuals accountable for the most heinous crimes known to humanity. This course is your gateway to comprehending the complexities of this fascinating area of law.

At its core, international criminal law seeks to address the most egregious violations of human rights, such as genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression. These crimes shock the conscience of the global community, and through this course, you will explore the mechanisms and institutions established to combat impunity for those responsible.

The study of contemporary problems in international criminal law offers a unique opportunity to engage with the most pressing issues facing our world today. By the end of this course, you will have gained not only a profound knowledge of the subject matter but also a deeper appreciation for the role of law in shaping a more just and peaceful world.

Prepare to embark on this intellectually stimulating journey through international criminal law, where you will be challenged, inspired, and equipped with the tools to critically analyze and contribute to the evolving discourse in this crucial field. Welcome, and let's begin our exploration of the fascinating world of international criminal justice!

Good luck!

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The goal of the discipline is the formation of students of modern constructive, fundamental thinking and a system of special knowledge in the field of international criminal law, decision-making, theories, risks and the ability to use them within the framework of international criminal law.

The educational discipline "Contemporary problems of international criminal law" is designed to study in depth the current system of international criminal law and its existing problems. The discipline is taught in English - and this is not surprising, because most of the sources of international criminal law are originally written in English.

After successful study of the course, the student will be able

to:

LO1 Know the concept of a criminal offense, its types and elements of the composition of a criminal offense.

LO2 Interpret the content of legal norms of national law on the qualification of criminal offenses taking into account international standards.

LO3 Analyze the trends of legal practice and evaluate them from the point of view of compliance with the laws of Ukraine and the international obligations of the state of Ukraine

LO4 To determine the nature and justice of the punishment chosen for a specific case.

LO5 It is well-argued to present one's position on legal issues, to participate in legal discussions with the problem of national and international law enforcement.

Programme learning outcomes achieved by the course. For 081 Law:

PO2 Correlate the modern system of civilizational values with legal values, principles and professional ethical standards.

PO5 Communicate freely in a foreign language of professional direction (one of the official languages of the Council of Europe) orally and in writing.

PO7 Discuss complex legal problems, propose and substantiate options for their solution.

PO10 To analyze the interaction of international law and international legal systems with the legal system of Ukraine based on the awareness of the main modern legal doctrines, values and principles of the functioning of law.

PO11 Use advanced knowledge and methods in the process of law-making and law enforcement of institutions of public and private law and criminal justice.