COLCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM (HRNW) \u2014 The Essex Human Rights Centre and the Essex Armed Conflict and Crisis Hub at the University of Essex are set to host the \u201cInternational Law in Armed Conflict\u201d short course from 3\u20137 August 2026 at the University\u2019s Colchester Campus. The specialised human rights training programme aims to strengthen understanding of the legal frameworks that protect civilians and affected populations during armed conflicts.<\/p>\n
The five-day course has been designed for professionals working in the human rights, humanitarian and international law fields, as well as government officials, international organisation staff, postgraduate students and academics seeking practical knowledge about the rules governing warfare and protection of human dignity during conflict situations.<\/p>\n
The programme addresses some of the most critical human rights challenges of modern conflicts, including protection of civilians, treatment of detainees, refugees and displaced persons, accountability mechanisms, international criminal law and the relationship between international humanitarian law and international human rights law.<\/p>\n
HRNW understands that such educational initiatives play an important role in developing the skills of human rights defenders, legal professionals and humanitarian workers who contribute to protecting fundamental freedoms and ensuring accountability during periods of crisis.<\/p>\n
The course will use expert-led lectures, interactive discussions and practical case studies to help participants understand how international legal principles are applied in real-world conflict environments. Successful participants will receive a University of Essex Human Rights Centre certificate.<\/p>\n
Event Details<\/p>\n
Event Name:
\nInternational Law in Armed Conflict<\/p>\n
Host Organisation:
\nEssex Human Rights Centre and Essex Armed Conflict and Crisis Hub, University of Essex<\/p>\n
City:
\nColchester<\/p>\n
Country:
\nUnited Kingdom<\/p>\n
Date:
\n3 August \u2013 7 August 2026<\/p>\n
Venue:
\nUniversity of Essex, Colchester Campus<\/p>\n
Format:
\nIn-person interactive short course including presentations, discussions and case studies.<\/p>\n
Main Themes:<\/p>\n
International humanitarian law
\nHuman rights protection during armed conflict
\nConduct of hostilities
\nProtection of civilians
\nProtection of detainees
\nRefugees and internally displaced persons
\nInternational criminal law
\nAccountability and enforcement mechanisms
\nEmerging challenges including technology and armed conflict<\/p>\n
Purpose of the Event:
\nThe purpose of the course is to provide participants with a practical understanding of how international law regulates armed conflicts, balances military necessity with humanitarian principles, and provides legal protection for people affected by war and crisis.<\/p>\n
Target Participants:<\/p>\n
Human rights professionals
\nHumanitarian workers
\nNGO representatives
\nGovernment and international organisation staff
\nPostgraduate students
\nAcademics and researchers interested in international law<\/p>\n
Application Process:
\nApplicants must complete the online application form. Applications are reviewed by the organising team, and successful applicants receive confirmation and payment instructions. Final applications and payments must be completed by 17 July 2026.<\/p>\n
Course Fees:<\/p>\n
Standard\/Commercial: \u00a3970
\nStudent: \u00a3775
\nAcademic\/Alumni: \u00a3825
\nPublic Sector\/NGO\/Charity: \u00a3825<\/p>\n
Host Contact Email:
\nsummerschoolsandshortcourses@essex.ac.uk<\/p>\n
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