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About the Course

‘Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes’ is the second course in Leiden University’s new series on International Law in Action. The first course covered international courts and tribunals in The Hague in general. This second course provides an insider perspective into the work of international criminal courts and tribunals. You will learn about the investigation and prosecution of international crimes in The Hague. Atrocities produce unspeakable forms of violence. We will explore whether and how international criminal justice contribute to what UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon called the ‘age of accountability’. The theory is, those who commit the worst of human crimes, are held accountable, whether they are rank-and-file foot soldiers or military commanders, whether they are lowly civil servants following orders or top political leaders. We will test how this can be done and if this is realistic. During this course, you will be offered a look into the ‘kitchen’ of the Hague international criminal courts and tribunals. You will learn how international criminal justice functions, who the actors are, what outcomes it produces, and how it can be improved. If you want to gain a better understanding of international criminal cases, like the Lubanga case, the ICC’s first ever trial, and the legal legacy of UN international criminal tribunals, then this course is definitely for you! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera....

Top reviews

RR

Aug 1, 2017

This course is a wonderful eye open for the sack of world peace.Even those who would be potential criminals in international criminal law are made to think twice before they could commit an offence.

ML

Jun 17, 2019

The course was very informative and well structured. I was pleased with the level of difficulty and detail. The course isn't designed for just anyone interested in the topic but is more in depth.

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By Zoe t V

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May 10, 2023

The course was very interesting well explained. The only downside was that there were multiple spelling mistakes and typos in the presentations.

By Charlotte N

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Jul 25, 2018

Exceptionnally well organized and presented. Especially appreciated thje in-depth interviews with key playres in International Court processes.

By Geordie K

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Mar 31, 2018

Good introduction to international crimes prosecution. Also the connection with the international world at large was well mentioned, thanks!

By Joshua A

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Oct 11, 2021

I have gained a wealth of knowledge on International Law attending this course...............I appreciate the opportunity greatly.......

By Sarah N

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Aug 7, 2020

I have gained investigative skills and l have learned what a fair justice system entails.

By M A E

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Jun 29, 2020

need more guidance on resources and elaboration on the cases and its critics

By Jacob K

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Mar 28, 2020

Very Interesting to law and international law students!

By Harvestime I I A

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Aug 2, 2017

thank you so much it is with high compliment

By Marwan D

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Jun 12, 2023

Informative, important, and effective.

By Zakaria G

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May 21, 2018

i dont know if it was me who was lost in the material, or if the layout was allover the place, i loved the topics individually but i didn't feel like i was building a solid knowledge base, like it wasnt adding up. got lost in many videos as well, not because they were hard but rather there weren't much links between the different segments. learned many things despite that and finished the course.

By Deleted A

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Sep 14, 2021

The course questions just keep on changing and discouraged me from completing the course quickly. I am struggling at the moment to complete the course.

By Preechapak T

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May 28, 2017

The lecturer (Carsten Stein) is always speaking in the exact same tone which is not provide any motive or feelings to learn about these hard topics