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851-0520-00L 1 Credits DS D-GESS
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Humanitarian Practice and Humanitarian International Public Law. Principles and Practical Aspects

Humanitäre Tätigkeit und humanitäres Völkerrecht - Grundsätzliches und Praktisches

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Jakob Kellenberger
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:19:19

Abstract

Introduction to humanitarian practice with a focus on work in conflict areas. For illustration, current big activities of the ICRC are addressed. Questions of principle of humanitarian activity.Introduction to humanitarian international law and related areas of law, in particular human rights. Latest developments of humanitarian international public law, current work and perspectives.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
DS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Humanitäre Tätigkeit und humanitäres Völkerrecht - Grundsätzliches und Praktisches
Findet alle 14 Tage als Doppelstunde statt. Aktuelle Angaben der Veranstaltung finden Sie via
  • Mon 17:15-19:00 (HG E 7)
  • 11.06 Date 17:15-19:00 (HG E 7)
1 h weekly

Offered In

  • Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (In order to be awarded credits, please register under "Pflichtwahlfach GESS"!. The language courses are offered by the ETH and University of Zurich Language Center.)
  • Compulsory Electives GESS (Categorically all students at ETH Zurich are required to obtain 8 credit points (ECTS) within the frame of this elective course program throughout their studies; 6 credit points during the bachelor and 2 for the master. Some of the lectures are part of other departments’ curricula. Further information can be found in the course catalog or at the particular student offices.)