Lecture: International Environmental and Sustainable Development Law (M14) (00389)

SS 2026
2026-05-16-2026-05-17 (several days), S 147 (FZA EG 0.21); 2026-05-23-2026-05-24 (several days), S 147 (FZA EG 0.21)

Thoko Kaime

Lecture, 3 ECTS

Dates: 16 May, 17 May, 23 May and 24 May 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm in S 147 (FZA EG 0.21)

Learning Objectives: Aim of this module is to teach fundamental knowledge in international environmental law. 

Course Content: After a general introduction to structures, functions, sources and implementation of international law, the basic principles of environmental law will be discussed (sustainability, prevention, "producer pays" and liability principles). 

In particular, the course deals with international law and agreements between nations on climate protection, biodiversity and other fundamentals for human existence on earth (e.g. the UN Convention UN-FCCC and UN-CBD).