Course overview
This course traces the relevant Australian and international laws applicable to counter terrorism (CT) operations conducted by the ADF, addressing the spectrum of CT operations from overseas operations to domestic activities. It analyses intelligence and security legislation and international law, specifically assessing use of force paradigms and evidentiary processes for ADF involvement in CT prosecutions (both offshore and domestically). It briefly addresses oversight mechanisms relevant to these ADF operations. Students will submit an assessment critically analysing one developing legal issue relating to ADF CT operations.
Course learning outcomes
- Appreciate the nature of domestic legislation relevant to ADF involvement in counter terrorism operations
- Articulate the international law relevant to ADF counter terrorism operations
- Critically evaluate the effectiveness of past, present and proposed domestic and international law relevant to ADF counter-terrorism operations.
- Explain how international law influences the development and adaptation of Australian domestic law relevant to counter terrorism operations, with a focus on intelligence law.
- Critically examine the operation and application of domestic legislation to counter terrorism operations
- Construct effective legal argument, both orally and in writing, and undertake independent and self directed analysis on issues of international and national security law.
Degree list
The following degrees include this course