International Law And Diplomacy In The 19th Century

1. Explain the historical development of diplomacy in Europe.
2. Discuss the evolution of international law.
3. Identify the key principles of the Westphalia system.
4. Assess the role of international organizations in maintaining peace.
5. Analyze the methods for settling international disputes.

13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Diplomatic History of Contemporary Europe

   • Unit 1: Pre-Westphalia Europe · 2 hours

     Read about the political landscape of Europe before the Westphalia Treaty.. Identify key players and power dynamics.. Understand the city-state system and its interactions..

2. Week 2Module 1: Diplomatic History of Contemporary Europe

   • Unit 2: The Emergence of the Westphalia System · 2 hours

     Examine the causes and consequences of the Thirty Years' War.. Analyze the principles of sovereignty established by the Treaty of Westphalia.. Discuss the impact of the treaty on the European state system..

3. Week 3Module 1: Diplomatic History of Contemporary Europe

   • Unit 3: Europe in Search of Peace · 2 hours

     Explore the various attempts to establish and maintain peace in Europe.. Discuss the role of the Congress of Vienna in redrawing the political map.. Analyze the concept of balance of power and its implications..

4. Week 4Module 1: Diplomatic History of Contemporary Europe

   • Unit 4: The Peace of Paris · 2 hours

     Study the outcomes and significance of the Peace of Paris.. Understand the Fourteen Points of President Woodrow Wilson.. Analyze the Treaty of Versailles and its impact on Germany..

5. Week 5Module 2: Diplomacy as a Concept

   • Unit 1: Definitions of Diplomacy · 2 hours

     Define diplomacy and its various interpretations.. Discuss the key elements of diplomacy.. Compare and contrast different definitions of diplomacy..

6. Week 6Module 2: Diplomacy as a Concept

   • Unit 2: The Origins of Diplomacy · 2 hours

     Trace the historical origins of diplomacy.. Examine the evolution of diplomatic practices.. Discuss the contributions of different civilizations to diplomacy..

7. Week 7Module 2: Diplomacy as a Concept

   • Unit 3: Professionalising Diplomacy · 2 hours

     Analyze the process of professionalizing diplomacy.. Discuss the development of diplomatic ranks and protocols.. Examine the qualifications and training of diplomats..

8. Week 8Module 2: Diplomacy as a Concept

   • Unit 4: Modernisation of Diplomacy · 2 hours

     Study the modernization of diplomacy.. Discuss the impact of technology and globalization on diplomatic practices.. Examine the role of public opinion in modern diplomacy..

9. Week 9Module 3: International Law

   • Unit 1: Historical Development of International Law · 2 hours

     Trace the historical development of international law.. Discuss the contributions of ancient civilizations and legal scholars.. Examine the evolution of international legal principles..

10. Week 10Module 3: International Law

    • Unit 2: Systematisation of International Law 19th Century · 2 hours

      Analyze the systematization of international law in the 19th century.. Discuss the codification efforts and their impact.. Examine the role of international organizations in developing international law..

11. Week 11Module 3: International Law

    • Unit 3: Sources of International Law · 2 hours

      Identify the various sources of international law.. Discuss the role of treaties, customs, and general principles.. Examine the influence of judicial decisions and scholarly writings..

    • Unit 4: Subject Matter and Jurisdiction of International of International Law · 2 hours

      Define the scope of international law.. Discuss the subjects and jurisdiction of international law.. Examine the application of international law to states and individuals..

12. Week 12Module 4: Features from the 19th Century Diplomacy

    • Unit1: Institutionalised Approaches to the Control of Inter-State Relations · 2 hours

      Analyze the institutionalized approaches to controlling inter-state relations.. Discuss the role of international regimes and collective security.. Examine the use of coercive diplomacy in managing conflicts..

13. Week 13Module 4: Features from the 19th Century Diplomacy

    • Unit 2: Approaches to Settlement of International Disputes · 2 hours

      Explore the various approaches to settling international disputes.. Discuss the role of negotiation, mediation, and conciliation.. Examine the use of arbitration and judicial settlement..