Courses & Units
International Trade Law LAW263
Introduction
This unit provide students with an understanding of the way in which inter-State trade has been regulated globally since the second half of the 20th century. This includes a critical reflection of the role of free trade rules in international economic law generally, and contemporary challenges to the multilateral rule-based trade regime. Students will gain a sound understanding of key rules and principles of the World Trade Organisation, including its aims, methods of work and decision-making institutions. This is followed by an examination of the exceptions to international free trade rules that allow member states to protect the environment, public health, morals and security. Particular attention will also be paid to the impact of the proliferation of regional and bilateral free trade agreements, the effect of the United States’ obstruction of the WTO’s dispute resolution mechanism and the capacity of states to use WTO rules to ensure equitable access to life-saving medicines.
Summary
| Unit name | International Trade Law |
|---|---|
| Unit code | LAW263 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Law |
| Discipline | Law |
| Coordinator | Ms Anja Hilkemeijer |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain the history, nature and challenges of multilateral, regional and bilateral trade regimes.
- Synthesize and clearly explain complex legal and policy issues related to international trade law into short written texts.
- Identify a contemporary trade law issue, research relevant primary and secondary sources and produce a critical written response.
- Contribute regularly, respectfully and meaningfully to class discussions with a demonstrated understanding of assigned primary and secondary sources.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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Requisites
Prerequisites
50 credit points of Introductory Law core or (LAW121 and LAW122)Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
LAW663Teaching
| Assessment | Assignment (40%)|Tutorial Participation/Other Participation (10%)|Research Paper (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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