Short Course - The Repression of Terrorism: Issues and Debates, 16 February - 10 March 2017, Geneva, Switzerland

Publish Date: Dec 08, 2016

Deadline: Feb 09, 2017

Event Dates: from Feb 16, 2017 12:00 to Mar 10, 2017 12:00

Short Course on the Repression of Terrorism: Issues and Debates, Geneva, 16 February - 10 March 2017

What does international law say about terrorism and its repression? How do we investigate terrorist acts? What limits are imposed by international humanitarian law and human rights on the repression of terrorism? What is the human rights impact of the fight against terrorism?

The course analyzes issues related to the fight against terrorism from a criminal law perspective, including the definition of the crime of terrorism, methods of investigation, procedural specificities and international cooperation. The relations between international, criminal law and other legal instruments, including their impact on human rights, are also discussed.

AUDIENCE

This course forms part of the Geneva Academy Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict. It is open to professionals – diplomats, lawyers, legal advisers, judges, NGO staff, human rights advocates, media specialists, professionals working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organizations – who are not enrolled in the Executive Master and who want to deepen their expertise in this specific issue.

SCHEDULE

  • Thursday 16 February, 18:00-20:30
  • Friday 24 February, 18:15 - 20:45
  • Friday 3 March, 18:15 - 20:45
  • Thursday 9 March, 18:00-20:30
  • Friday 10 March, 18.15-20:45

CERTIFICATE

Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained).

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for individual courses must be submitted via the online form.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL NEED TO INCLUDE:

  • An application letter, stating the specific course you are applying for and your motivation for participation
  • Your curriculum vitae
  • Copies of relevant degrees and diplomas
  • Proof of your competence in English (a certificate or statement highlighting your solid background in English)
  • A valid copy of your visa or residence permit (only applicants who require a visa to enter the Schengen area)

Once admitted to the course, participants receive instructions on how to pay. Proof of payment is required before you begin the course.

PROFESSOR AND LECTURER

ROBERT ROTH

DIRECTOR OF THE GENEVA ACADEMY AND PROFESSOR OF INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW AT THE UNIVERSITY OF GENEVA

Robert Roth is a leading expert on international criminal justice and international criminal law, as well as human rights, and has published extensively on these issues.

TUITION FEE

Fee: CHF 1’150


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Host Countries

Switzerland

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