This module is a selected module from the Disaster Medicine 202 which is a Disaster Medicine introductory course developed by the Emergency Medicine Unit of The University of Hong Kong for the Faculty of Medicine.

This law course will help to understand underlying principles governing armed conflicts, also known as International Humanitarian Law (IHL). It enables a careful evaluation of the various IHL rules intended to protect victims, such as civilians and prisoners of war, as well as wounded and sick during armed conflict. This course provides essential knowledge and skills for academics and practitioners who wish to specialise in this field. Course emphasise to professionals working in the humanitarian and medical field, including members of NGOs especially involved in armed conflict situations.

Cities face a growing range of challenges in the 21st century, from the effects of climate change and growing migrant populations, to inadequate infrastructure, pandemics, and cyber-attacks. Resilience is what helps cities adapt and transform in the face of these challenges and many more, helping them to prepare for both the expected and the unexpected. 100RC defines urban resilience as...