IFCO 2760 - Global Security Law and New Technologies

There has been a proliferation of technological tools that reshape security practices in the international legal order. From cyber threats, watchlisting practices, and algorithmic border control or monitoring in detention, to the use of drones or autonomous weapons systems for target selection at war, this cross-disciplinary course reflects on the evolution of contemporary security practices and technologies, and the related developments in international law and global governance. In a context of growing importance of public-private partnerships for risk management at the transnational level, this course will also be the opportunity to reflect on the increasing involvement of non-state actors in security practices and law-making processes. The Global Security Law and New Technologies course includes reflections related to international human rights law, international humanitarian law, refugee law, criminal law, and legal theory.

Anamaria MUNOZ,Rebecca MIGNOT-MAHDAVI

Cours magistral seul

English

Students should estimate about 3 hours of preparation each week.

This is an in-depth course.

Spring 2023-2024

1. Students will write an essay (4000 words excluding footnotes) on a topic of their choice. The topic must relate to one of the specific or cross-cutting questions discussed in the course. They will submit their final essay on moodle. Specific guidelines will be given in class during the first session. The grade counts for 70% of the final grade // 2. Each session from week 2 to week 12, students will make a 15-minutes group presentation around the theme of the week. The use of slides and visuals is mandatory and readings “to go further” are highly recommend for those in charge of the week's presentation. Specific guidelines will be given in class during the first session. The grade counts for 30% of the final grade. // 3. Participation will be taken into account and will contribute to the award of one extra point (+1) or the loss of a point (-1). Active participation will be rewarded with one extra point (+1) and insufficient participation will be sanctioned by the loss of one point (-1).