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    This document outlines the course syllabus for Contemporary Developments in International Law (CDIL) at Ateneo de Manila University School of Law. The course is a 2-unit seminar taught by Professors Gilbert Sembrano and Patrick Perillo. Over 15 weekly sessions, students will discuss and analyze current issues in international law like transitional justice, refugees, the environment, business and human rights. Assessment is based on weekly reflection papers and class participation (50%) and a final research paper of 3,500-5,500 words (50%).

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    This document outlines the course syllabus for Contemporary Developments in International Law (CDIL) at Ateneo de Manila University School of Law. The course is a 2-unit seminar taught by Professors Gilbert Sembrano and Patrick Perillo. Over 15 weekly sessions, students will discuss and analyze current issues in international law like transitional justice, refugees, the environment, business and human rights. Assessment is based on weekly reflection papers and class participation (50%) and a final research paper of 3,500-5,500 words (50%).

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    ATENEO DE MANILA

    UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

    COURSE SYLLABUS
    Course Title: CONTEMPORARY Instructors:
    DEVELOPMENTS IN
    INTERNATIONAL LAW
    (CDIL) Atty. Gilbert V. Sembrano
    No. of Units: J.D. – 2; LL.M. – 2 Atty. Patrick Simon S. Perillo
    Semester/ SY: 2
    Department/Track INTERNATIONAL LAW
    : AND DEVELOPMENT
    Pre-requisites: LL.M.: None
    J.D.: Public International Law

    I. COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES

    The course provides a thorough discussion of general principles of international law, of the
    relationship between international law and municipal law, and of the significance of
    international law in domestic legal orders, taking into account the specifics of various
    branches of international law. The focus of the course lies on the application of the rules of
    state responsibility for internationally wrongful acts and on dispute settlement procedures for
    international claims before international courts and tribunals in various branches of
    international law. Thematic issues are chosen based on current significance.

    Learning Outcomes

    By the end of the term, the students will be able to:

    a. Explain and apply the general principles of international law in concrete and current
    issues;
    b. Increase their awareness in some of the recent and important international law issues
    that have been a concern at the domestic, regional and international levels;
    c. Analyze the problems presented in the course, as well as domestic laws and issues in
    light of the current development in international law; and
    d. Produce a research paper of publishable quality applying the general principles of
    international law in analyzing contemporary international issues and relating them to
    current domestic situations/issues.

    Methodology

    The course will use seminar format/approach and individual and group consultations. Class
    discussions and participation will be the primary methods of teaching as they are significant in
    the development of the students’ power of analysis, reasoning, and facility of expression. The
    class is intended to stimulate critical thinking and enhance their communication and
    argumentation skills.

    II. COURSE OUTLINE

    Week/Session Topic
    Jan. 29 I. INTRODUCTION (GVS)
    Session 1
    Feb. 6 II. OVERVIEW/BASICS OF PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL
    Session 2 LAW (PSP)
    Feb. 13 III. NON-STATE ACTORS IN INTERNATIONAL LAW (PSP)
    Session 3
    Feb. 20 IV. TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE: IS THE ERA OF IMPUNITY
    Session 4 BACK? (GVS)
    Feb. 27 V. INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC MIGRATION (PSP)
    Session 5
    Mar. 5 VI. THE INTERNATIONAL MIGRANT CRISIS &
    Session 6 TRANSFER OF REFUGEES (GVS)
    Mar. 12 VII. STATELESSNESS, GENOCIDE & THE REFUGEE
    Session 7 CRISIS: THE ROHINGYA TRAGEDY (GVS)
    Mar. 19 IV. INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT (IDPS) (GVS)
    Session 8
    Mar. 28 MIDTERM EXAM WEEKS (1.5 WEEKS)
    Midterms Week
    Apr. 11 MIDTERM PAPER DUE, 5 P.M.
    Apr. 9 VIII. INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL LAW (PSP)
    Session 9
    Apr. 16 IX. TRANSBOUNDARY HARM AND STATE
    Session 10 RESPONSIBILITY IN ENVIRONMENT / MIGRATORY
    SPECIES (PSP)
    Apr. 23 X. BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS (GVS)
    Session 11
    Apr. 30 V. TOBACCO INDUSTRY: TRADEMARK V. HEALTH (PSP)
    Session 12
    May 7 XI. TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS AND EFFECTIVE
    Session 13 REMEDY (GVS)
    May 14 XII. INVESTMENT ARBITRATION AND PCA: ROLE IN
    Session 14 DISPUTE SETTLEMENT (PSP)
    May 21 XIII. PREVENTING ELECTORAL FRAUD: EMERGING
    Session 15 INTERNATIONAL ELECTORAL PRINCIPLES TO
    PROTECT AND PROMOTE ELECTORAL INTEGRITY
    (GVS)
    May 28 XIV. ART AND CULTURAL HERITAGE (PSP)
    Session 16
    May 30 FINAL EXAM WEEKS (1.5 WEEKS)
    Finals Week
    June 20 FINAL PAPER DUE, 5 P.M.
    Final Paper Due

    III. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM

    Course Grade Description


    Requirements Breakdown
    Reflection Paper and 50% A very brief critical assessment / reflection on the
    Class Participation current issue/s being discussed for the week (1-page,
    single space). This must be submitted not later than
    5p.m. one day before the scheduled class session.

    Final Paper 50% Research paper of publishable quality tackling one or


    more current developments in international law. The
    papers are expected to contain a substantive and
    analytical discussion of the topics assigned and/or
    discussed in class. The papers may take off from
    issues, challenges, insights, or discussions raised in
    class. At the very least, the paper must be able to
    discuss the chosen topics in the context of the
    assigned readings, relevant international instruments,
    and local legislation, if any.

    The paper will be assessed according to the following


    criteria:
    • Content & Depth of Analysis 40%
    • Breadth of Literature Reviewed 30%
    • Organization and Clarity 30%

    The midterm paper should cover one or more of the


    topics assigned after the Midterm Exam Week and
    prior to the Final Exam Week.

    Length: 3,500-5,500 words only


    excluding footnotes, title, cover page, table of
    contents, and bibliography
    min. of 15 pages, double spaced
    Font: TNR 12 (TNR 10 for footnotes / block quotes)
    Paper: A4
    Margin: 1 inch on all sides
    Footnotes: Blue Book: A Uniform System of Citation
    or the Ateneo Law Journal Citation Guide
    See the Dean’s Memorandum on the requirements for paper/research output for LLM and
    JD students for additional information.

    V. COURSE POLICIES

    Please see the Rules and Regulations on attendance, dress code, discipline, scholastic
    responsibility, and plagiarism, in the ALS Catalogue. In addition, all written paper
    requirements should first pass through the plagiarism checker, available at the APS Library,
    prior to submission.

    VI. CONTACT AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Prof. Gilbert V. Sembrano, B.A., J.D., LL.M. – [email protected]


    Prof. Patrick Simon S. Perillo, B.Sc., J.D., LL.M. – [email protected]
    Ms. Charee Buena – [email protected]

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