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About the Course

“International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice” is the first MOOC of the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum on International Humanitarian Law, which is the platform within the Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies of Leiden University for the research, teaching and dissemination of international humanitarian law (IHL). In this course, Prof. Robert Heinsch, Dr. Giulia Pinzauti and Dr. Emma Irving will give you a deep insight into the rules that govern armed conflict, and aim to mitigate human suffering on the battlefield. You will explore the why and how of IHL, followed by the different types of conflict. In no time you will find out which rules apply to the civil war in Syria, the military intervention in Ukraine and the occupation of the West Bank. During this course, you will learn how hostilities should be waged: Which weapons can be used by combatants and other fighters? And, who should never be a target during military operations? We will also look into the concept of protected persons, and you will find out how IHL affords protection to the sick and wounded, medical personal, detainees, children, journalists and other persons who are not - or not anymore - fighting. At the end of this course, you are introduced to the different implementation and enforcement mechanisms that aim to increase respect for IHL. Here, you are invited to think critically whether IHL works! Throughout this course you will benefit from a mix of theory and practice, which is at the heart of the vision and mandate of the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum. You can participate for instance in an ongoing case study where drones are flying over the fictitious country Arfula, and detainees are locked up in tiny cells. Or, you can join our discussions about IHL success stories and the major IHL challenges we face today, with distinguished speakers from the International Committee of the Red Cross and US Naval War College! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera....

Top reviews

BA

Oct 14, 2023

it was a very helpful course for me to differentiate IHL from domestic laws and its implementation, its consequences and the difference between IHL in Theory And Practice

HD

Jan 15, 2022

Every Humanitarian, Human Rights activist, student of law and interested individual should take this course. The materials, videos, podcasts are all relevant. Kudos to Leiden University

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By SONIA L M B

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Apr 12, 2023

Me pareció bastante interesante, la verdad complicado pero aprendio mucho.

Gracias

By Juan J A

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May 5, 2020

excelente, los materiales del curso son muy completos, y el aprendizaje es mucho

By Raúl P

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Sep 29, 2024

The course contains all the essential information to grown an interest on IHL.

By Lenga A

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Jul 19, 2020

Thank's to Pr. Robert Heinsch and his team, this course was really interesting!

By Carlos F

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Nov 17, 2022

Definitivamente este curso me ayuda a mi a ser un mejor profesor universitario

By Sri N D J 1

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Feb 5, 2020

Its very interesting course. upload some easy materials.and upload more videos

By Nikki V

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May 19, 2020

Was very helpful and I enjoyed a lot. It gave me a basic background in IHL...

By Vanessa L O R

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Jun 25, 2020

Muy buen curso. Aprendí muchísimo de teoría y terminología respecto al tema.

By Trisita P

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Apr 16, 2020

very precise and to the point learning materials. Very well designed course.

By Tejas B

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Dec 17, 2018

An excellent overview of International Humanitarian Law, highly-recommended!

By Hillary O

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Nov 1, 2021

This was a perfect opportunity to understand IHL in theory and in practice.

By Deleted A

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Dec 18, 2018

Good course if you want to learn more about international humanitarian law.

By Usaid U R

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Sep 21, 2023

It was a great experience in the course of IHL with the Leiden University.

By Kidd K

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Jun 22, 2023

This was a magnificent course. Full of information and welcoming to learn.

By Freeman N A

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May 28, 2023

I love the course it has broadened my knowledge of the humanitarian affair

By Natnicha

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Apr 16, 2020

Thank you for the course! It has provided me lots of knowledge in the IHL.

By Mostafa A e h

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May 7, 2023

I would like to thank you so much for your great efforts and efficiencies

By Deleted A

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Oct 6, 2022

It was a very good lesson, thank you very much to my dear teachers. ☺️🙏

By Rozemarijn R

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Apr 2, 2021

Super educational and good introduction to IHL - definitely recommedable.

By ELIZABETH A L B

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Jul 27, 2023

Muy interesante y novedoso para mi ya que no conocía este campo.

Gracias!

By Siwarut l

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Sep 25, 2019

Absolutely perfect Yes. It is a great online classroom ever and forever.

By Fernanda S

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Aug 31, 2022

excelente curso, fácil de digerir con excelentes fuentes y profesorado

By Carla L F V

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Feb 6, 2022

A complete course with excelent material and videos, i just love it