Course: International Law and Digital Technologies 1

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Course title International Law and Digital Technologies 1
Course code MEP/TMPD1
Organizational form of instruction Not filled in
Level of course Doctoral
Year of study 2
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 8
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Svaček Ondřej, doc. JUDr. LL.M. Ph.D.
  • Faix Martin, JUDr. Ph.D.
  • Stejskal Petr, Mgr. LL.M., Ph.D.
  • Svicevic Marko, Dr. LL.Dip.
  • Bureš Pavel, JUDr. Ph.D.
Course content
1. Basic concepts in international law and digital technologies 2. History and sources of international law 3. The impact of digital technologies on international law 4. Law of International Organizations and Digital Technologies 5. Digital technologies and collective security 6. Specifics of research methodology in the field of international law

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
Learning outcomes
The conceptualization of digital technologies has led to a fundamental rethinking not only in the field of law. From the perspective of international law, it has raised important questions about how international law should be conceived in the context of an increasingly digitalized world. The development of digitalization has undoubtedly raised both concerns and opportunities for the development of international law. The course International Law and Digital Technologies 1 will address existing and emerging issues of international law related to digital technologies. Students will address these issues in six topics/seminars that focus on the following issues: 1. Basic concepts in international law and digital technologies 2. History and sources of international law 3. The impact of digital technologies on international law 4. Law of International Organizations and Digital Technologies 5. Digital technologies and collective security 6. Specifics of research methodology in the field of international law At the end of the course, students should be able to identify and apply international law to situations related to digital technology issues. They should also be able to distinguish between existing international law and regulatory regimes that require further development to accommodate the impact of digital technologies. In addition, the course will also introduce students to the basics of research methodology in international law. As part of the course, students will examine selected international treaties and regulatory frameworks related to digital technologies, including soft law and soft law documents related to the regulation of digital technologies. Students will also be introduced to relevant decisions of international courts and tribunals focusing on aspects of digital technology and international law. In doing so, students will broaden and strengthen their research skills. Assessment: To pass the course, students must complete the following requirements: - Submit a term project followed by an oral defense (70% of the final grade). - Complete the regular assignments given during the course (30% of the final grade).
At the end of the course, students should be able to identify and apply international law to situations related to digital technology issues. They should also be able to distinguish between existing international law and regulatory regimes that require further development to accommodate the impact of digital technologies. In addition, the course will also introduce students to the basics of research methodology in international law.
Prerequisites
Completion of this course is conditional upon completion of the course Legal Theory of Information Technology 1 a 2 Information Technology for Law and Legal Science 1 a 2
MEP/TLTT1 and MEP/TLTT2 and MEP/TIT1 and MEP/TIT2

Assessment methods and criteria
Student performance

Active participation of the student in seminars, preparation of a semester project and its oral defence are required. Full-time students must attend at least 80% of the seminars, while combined students must attend 50% of the seminars and one individual consultation.
Recommended literature
  • BROWNSWORD, R., SCOTFORD, E., YEUNG, K. (eds.). (2016). The Oxford Handbook of Law, Regulation and Technology. Oxford University Press.
  • DEEKS, A. Introduction to the Symposium: How will Artificial Intelligence affect International Law?. American Journal of International Law Unbound, 2020, no. 114, pp. 138 - 140. American Journal of International Law Unbound. 2020.
  • DULKA, A. The Use of Artificial Intelligence in International Human Rights Law. Stanford Technology Law Journal, 2023, č. 26(2), str. 316 - 366. Stanford Technology Law Journal č. 26(2), str. 316 - 366. 2023.
  • FINNEMORE. M., HOLLIS., B., D. Constructing Norms for Global Cybersecurity. American Journal of International Law, 2016, no. 110(3), pp. 425-479. American Journal of International Law. 2016.
  • International Law Association. Digital Challenges for International Law. White Paper 16. White Paper 16. 2023.
  • JOHNS, F., GARDNER, L., GORUR, E. (2022). Big Data and International Law. Oxford Bibliographies.
  • LEE, J. (2022). Artificial Intelligence and International Law . Springer. Springer.
  • LESLIE, D., ET AL. (2021). Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law: A Primer. Council of Europe and The Alan Turning Institute. Council of Europe and The Alan Turning Institute.
  • PUIG, S., PAUWELYN, J., ALSCHNER, W. (2017). The Data-Driven Future of International Law. Ejil:Talk!.
  • RYNGAERT, C. (2023). Extraterritorial Enforcement Jurisdiction in Cyberspace Normative Shifts. German Law Journal, 2023, č. 24(3) str. 537-550.. German Law Journal, 2023, č. 24(3) str. 537-550.
  • SANDER, B. (2022). Human Rights and Cybersecurity Governance. International Law and Cybersecurity Governance, EU Cyber Direct, July 2022, str. 31 - 41.. EU Cyber Direct, červenec 2022, str. 31 - 41.
  • SHAW, M. (2021). International Law (9th edn.). Cambridge University Press.
  • TSAGOURIAS, N., BUCHAN, R. (eds.). (2017). Research Handbook on International Law and Cyberspace. Edward Elgar Publishing.
  • WHEATLEY, S. Election hacking, the rule of sovereignty, and deductive reasoning in customary international law. Leiden Journal of International Law, 2023, č. 36(3), str. 675-698. Leiden Journal of International Law, 2023, č. 36(3), str. 675-698. 2023.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Law Study plan (Version): - (PADT24) Category: Law, legal and public administration proceeding 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Law Study plan (Version): - (PADT24) Category: Law, legal and public administration proceeding 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter