Code: | LRI003 | Acronym: | DINT |
Active? | Yes |
Responsible unit: | Department of Sociology |
Course/CS Responsible: | Bachelor in Languages and International Relations |
Acronym | No. of Students | Study Plan | Curricular Years | Credits UCN | Credits ECTS | Contact hours | Total Time |
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LRI | 70 | LRI - Study Plan | 2 | - | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Provide students with the essentials characterizing International Law.
Enable students with the essential tools to the knowledge of the legal conformation of contemporary international relations, given the increasing weight of International Law. As a result of the so-called "internationalization", the resolution of multiple problems falls nowadays under international legal standards, whether due to the emergence of new social relations or to a new dimension of once "internal" social relations.
Ability to acquire specific knowledge and understanding of this matter, so that it will translate into an effective asset in guiding the lives and the personal or professional actions of the students.
Ability to develop reflection and critical analysis of this area of knowledge, and contribute, within a framework of interdisciplinarity, to a culture of international citizenship.
Concise program
CHAPTER I
Concept and historical evolution of International Law
CHAPTER II
The Characteristics of International Law
CHAPTER III
The Basis of the Obligatory Nature of International Law
CHAPTER IV
International Law and Domestic Law
CHAPTER V
The Sources of International Law
CHAPTER VI
The subjects of International Law
CHAPTER VII
International State Responsibility and Diplomatic Protection
CHAPTER VIII
The Use of Force in International Relations
CHAPTER IX
The Protection of Individuals and Groups in International Law
Lessons will be theoretical and practical. The classes begin with a theoretical exposition of the content of the various subjects, taking into account the mandatory support bibliography references. In addition, students have the possibility of focusing on the theoretical content so taught, whether by analyzing questions put to them directly, whether by trying to achieve the resolutions applying to practical cases implying the use of acquired knowledge. The tutorials provide information sources and directions of research literature about the subjects theoretically taught.
Considering the circumstances inherent to the teaching of the Curricular Unit, and the objectives inherent to a correct evaluation of the knowledge acquired by the respective students, the evaluation is done by means of a final exam.
Designation | Weight (%) |
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Exame | 100,00 |
Total: | 100,00 |
Designation | Time (hours) |
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Estudo autónomo | 108,00 |
Frequência das aulas | 54,00 |
Total: | 162,00 |
Under the "Regulamento de Avaliação da FLUP", the evaluation method does not include attendance as a prerequisite, taking into account the logistics related to the high number of students (Article 9). To obtain approval, students must obtain "a final mark of 10 points" (Article 5). "All students enrolled and who meet the requirements set out in the schedule of the course" have access to regular season and the time for appeal (Article 11).
Erasmus students may complete the exams in English language.
The evaluation method takes in account the high amount of students. The final mark is calculated in accordance with Article 5 of the "Regulamento de Avaliação da FLUP".
NB: International students will be able to sit the final exam in English.
Not applicable.
Is ruled by general law and by the "Regulamento de Avaliação da FLUP".
Is ruled by Article 12 of the "Regulamento de Avaliação da FLUP".