International criminal justice

LAW5354

Synopsis

This unit will explore how the international community has responded to the most heinous international crimes, such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression in the context of our modern history. The successes and failures in enforcement of international crimes by States and in international tribunals and the International Criminal Court, will be considered, as will the future of international criminal justice.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points: 6
Level: 5
Audience: Postgraduate
Type: Coursework
School: Faculty of Law
Handbook year: 2026

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Trimester 3Monash Law Chambers · ON-BLK

Listed in 2 areas of study

Criminal law and forensicsResearch-integrated electives
Global society and human rightsResearch-integrated electives