International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

In this course, Prof. Robert Heinsch, Dr. Giulia Pinzauti, and Dr. Emma Irving will provide you with a thorough understanding of the rules that govern armed conflict, with the goal of reducing human suffering on the battlefield. You'll learn why and how IHL works, as well as the various types of conflict. You'll quickly learn which rules apply to Syria's civil war, Ukraine's military intervention, and the occupation of the West Bank.

During International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice course, you will learn how hostilities should be waged, including which weapons combatants and other fighters are allowed to use. And, during military operations, who should never be a target? The course also examines the concept of protected persons, including how IHL protects the sick and injured, medical personnel, detainees, children, journalists, and others who are not - or are no longer - fighting. At the conclusion of this course, you will be introduced to the various implementation and enforcement mechanisms aimed at increasing IHL respect. Here, you are invited to consider whether IHL is effective!

You will benefit from a mix of theory and practice throughout this course, which is central to the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum's vision and mandate. For example, you can take part in an ongoing case study in which drones fly over the fictitious country of Arfula and detainees are held in tiny cells. Alternatively, you can join discussions with distinguished speakers from the International Committee of the Red Cross and the US Naval War College about IHL success stories and the major IHL challenges humans face today! This course is completely free to join and take part in. It is possible to obtain a verified certificate for the course, but this is a paid option.

This course offers:

• Flexible deadlines: Reset deadlines based on your availability.
• Shareable certificate: Get a Certificate when you complete
• 100% online
  Beginner level: Basic understanding of (international) law is helpful.
• Approx. 19 hours to finish
• Subtitles: French, Portuguese (European), Russian, English, Spanish
  

Course ratings: 4.8/5
Enroll here: https://www.coursera.org/learn/international-humanitarian-law