International Law Summer Schools
Study at a world-leading institute for international and comparative law
The British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL) summer schools offer an unparalleled opportunity for you to expand your legal knowledge and also forge valuable connections.
Hosted in our central London office, at the heart of London's energetic and multicultural legal network, Summer schools at BIICL provide an opportunity to learn from esteemed academics and law practitioners in the exciting setting of an international city. Students come from across the world to complete our five day programmes which offer insightful sessions from experts alongside practical experience.
Enhance your legal knowledge with our summer schools in 2025!
Law and Technology
30 June - 4 July 2025
"The course did an excellent job of providing breadth (covering everything from AI to patents to competition law) in addition to depth.''
The BIICL summer school in law and technology includes a comprehensive overview of the diverse and fast-moving area of technologies applied in the field of law. The programme is ideal for students, academics and practitioners wishing to develop a greater understanding of developments in artificial intelligence and Intellectual property law.
Topics include: Introduction to Law, Tech and AI, AI and Dispute Resolution, Competition Law and Technology, Intellectual Property and AI, Mass Data Sharing, Operationalising Digital Rights and Understanding Digital Assets.
Public International Law
14 - 18 July 2025
"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."
A solid understanding of international law, and the tools needed to undertake further research and study in the area.
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 and in private legal practice or consultancy will particularly benefit from this summer school.
Topics include: Concepts of international law, international criminal law, international human rights law, law of the sea, climate change litigation, laws relating to armed conflict and international trade and investment law.
