Summer School: Public International Law

Course Outline

Global events and legal developments continue to highlight the relevance of international law to various aspects of our lives. From dealing with climate change and environmental disasters, to promoting food and energy security; from protecting vulnerable groups to ensuring that telecommunication infrastructure is secured, international law provides the framework for States, international organizations and others to work together. This five-day summer school provides a solid overview of international law, and the tools they need to undertake further research and study in the area. You will be studying at a world leading institute of international law research, whilst based in the heart of one of the world's most international cities.

Topics and tutors include:

• Introduction to International Law / Basic Concepts of International Law
  Dr Jean-Pierre Gauci, Arthur Watts Senior Research Fellow in Public International Law; Director of Teaching and Training and Dr Jack Kenny, Research Leader in International Law

• International Dispute Settlement
  Prof Yarik Kryvoi, Senior Research Fellow in International Economic Law

• International Law in Daily Life
  Georgia Greville, Research Fellow in Labour Exploitation and Human Rights and Dr Jean-Pierre Gauci, Arthur Watts Senior Research Fellow in Public International Law; Director of Teaching and Training

• International Human Rights Law
  Kristin Hausler, Dorset Senior Fellow in Public International Law and Director, Center for International Law

• Business and Human Rights
  Dr Irene Pietropaoli, Senior Fellow in Business and Human Rights and Dr Sofia Gonzalez De Aguinaga, Research Leader in Business, ESG and Modern Slavery

• International Labour Law
  Georgia Greville, Research Fellow in Labour Exploitation and Human Rights

• Environmental and Climate Change Law
  Aditi Shetye, Researcher in Public International Law and Environmental Law
  

• Use of Force and the UN Charter
  Anthony Wenton, Research Fellow in Public International Law

• International Humanitarian Law
  Iris Anastasiadou, Research Fellow in Public International Law

• International Criminal Law
  Anthony Wenton, Research Fellow in Public International Law

• Transitional Justice
  Dr Kateryna Busol, British Academy Research Fellow

• Cyber Operations and International Law
  Dr Jack Kenny, Research Leader in International Law

• International Investment Law
  Prof Yarik Kryvoi, Senior Research Fellow in International Economic Law

• International Trade Law
  Dr Julinda Beqiraj, Maurice Wohl Senior Research Fellow in European Law

• International Law and Development
  Dr Sara Razai, Research Leader and International Projects Lead

• Law of the Sea
  Dr Constantinos Yiallourides, Senior Research Fellow in the Law of the Sea

• International Migration and Refugee Law
  Dr Jean-Pierre Gauci, Arthur Watts Senior Research Fellow in Public International Law; Director of Teaching and Training and Dr John Trajer, Research Fellow in Human Trafficking Law and Policy

• International Law and Technology
  Dr Irene Pietropaoli, Senior Fellow in Business and Human Rights

• Careers in Public International Law
  Dr Jean-Pierre Gauci, BIICL (Chair)
  
  

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Course leaders:

• Dr Jean-Pierre Gauci, Arthur Watts Senior Research Fellow in Public International Law and Director of Teaching and Training, BIICL
• Georgia Greville, Research Fellow in Labour Exploitation and Human Rights

  
Testimonials from past attendees

"I found the course beneficial. It was a good way to recap on PIL and receive a high level introduction to new and emerging issues"
"It was very insightful and I felt like I learned a lot.."
"It was a very comprehensive and engaging course. I think it gave a clear overview of the many areas of public international law and that the lecturers were very knowledgeable."
"Excellent course and friendly environment".

Who is the course for?

The course is ideal for those having recently completed or currently undertaking studies in law, international relations, political science, international development, public policy or other related issues. Participants interested in working for governments, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, commercial entities and in private legal practice or consultancy will particularly benefit from this summer school.

Course format

This is a hybrid course, being offered in person at the BIICL office in Russell Square, London and virtually via Zoom.

Training scholarships

We are delighted to be able to offer scholarships designed to enable individuals from communities currently under-represented in the legal field to access our world-class courses and benefit from unparalleled learning experiences.

Scholarships are aimed at 3 categories: individuals from communities and backgrounds that are under-represented in the legal field in the UK and abroad; individuals who have recently received a needs-based bursary from their university or further-education college and representatives from Small Charities, NGOs, and Community-Based Organisations.

Applications for training scholarships must be received at least three weeks ahead of the course start date (24 June 2025). Applications must be made via the online form and applications received via any other means will not be considered.

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