1. Overview of the International Counter-Terrorism
Module 3
Overview of the International Counter-Terrorism
Legal Framework

2. Module Overview
The module introduces students to the international legal framework governing counter-terrorism responses, framed around the United Nations CT Strategy.
It discusses the key legal instruments of the framework and demonstrates how they are interdependent and mutually reinforcing.

3. Learning Outcomes
Define key concepts which recur throughout the University Module Series, including the “rule of law” and “cooperation”.
Introduce and explain the United Nations CT Strategy.
Consider and compare different types of international, regional and national legal instruments and sources relevant to counter-terrorism that fall within the parameters of the CT Strategy.
Discuss key concepts, principles and treaties underpinning the CT Strategy.
Identify some of the key challenges relevant to achieving the CT Strategy’s Pillar IV goals.

4. Module 3 Outline Defining the “Rule of Law”
United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy
International cooperation and the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Strategy
Legal sources and the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Strategy
Regional and national approaches
International legal frameworks
International human rights law
International humanitarian law
International refugee law
Current challenges to the international legal framework