LLM International Dispute Resolution with Professional Skills

The LLM International Dispute Resolution with Professional Skills at the University of Aberdeen is a comprehensive course that offers a thorough understanding of dispute resolution methods, including litigation, arbitration and mediation. The course offers a unique opportunity to study commercial and international dispute resolution in a practical context, with academically rigorous lectures and seminars combined with practical exercises.Course Content: The course places a strong emphasis on practical dispute resolution skills, with students having a chance to actively participate in simulated negotiations, mediations and arbitrations. The programme offers a deeper understanding of the legal, procedural, tactical and psychological aspects of international disputes, and students have the opportunity to dig deep into issues relating to jurisdiction, the enforcement of judgments and arbitral awards, and the harmonisation of civil procedure.Key Modules: The core modules of this course include International Dispute Resolution, Power, Politics & the Media, and Concepts, History & Context. Other optional modules that can be chosen from include Commercial Conflict of Laws and International Commerce, Intellectual Property Dispute Management and International Investment Disputes.Accreditations: This course is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), the world's leading qualifications and professional body for dispute avoidance and dispute management.Future Careers: This course prepares students for a wide range of careers in dispute resolution, including roles in law firms, consultancy, judiciary, non-governmental organisations and government bodies. Graduates could potentially become lawyers, arbitrators, mediators, or a judge.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.