Principles of International Law I introduces the basic tenets of international law to the student. It concerns the general principles governing the responsibilities of states.
At the end of the course the student should be able to understand the nature of international law as law; and apply the major principles of international law. The student should appreciate the place of international law in relations between states inter se and relations between other international persons; advise on adoption and application of international law in municipal law; and have skills in interpretation and application of international law.