Overview

This unit focuses on the study of air and space law from the perspective of international and comparative law. Air Law covers the rules concerning the status of the airspace and civil aviation activities. Students will study the legal framework on international operation of aircraft, the repression of offences against … For more content click the Read More button below.

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Assistant Professor Ruchika Rao

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Apply knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles of air and space law, with creativity and initiative to concrete situations;

2.

Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories of national and international legislation in the core areas of air and space law;

3.

Conduct research in air and space law, based on knowledge of appropriate research principles and methods; and

4.

Use cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate and evaluate ideas and arguments relating to national legislation in the core areas of space law.

Assessment summary

  • Research assignment (3,750 words): 50% OR
  • Research assignment (2,250 words): 30% and Mini moot court: 10% and presentation on research assignment: 10%

AND

  • Take-home examination (3,750 words): 50%

Workload requirements

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