International Commercial Arbitration LLM Module Achieves Prestigious Recognition from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
We are pleased to announce that the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) has re-granted recognised provider status to Swansea University's LLM programmes for the International Commercial Arbitration Module, a key component of our LLM programmes. This prestigious recognition underscores the module's high quality and relevance to international commercial arbitration.
As a result of this recognition, students who successfully complete the module will be eligible to register as associate members of the CIArb, a globally renowned professional body for dispute resolution practitioners. This membership provides students a valuable opportunity to network with leading arbitrators, access exclusive resources, and advance their careers in this dynamic field.
Professor George Leloudas, the module’s convenor, stated, “We and our students value our long-standing relationship with the CIArb, and the re-accreditation of our programme is a testament to the quality of our arbitration education and our commitment to educating the next generation of arbitrators globally. The Arbitration module has always been a valuable part of our LLM programmes and attracts students from different legal disciplines and parts of the world; our cooperation with the CIArb can only improve it.”.
The International Commercial Arbitration Module provides students with a comprehensive understanding of arbitration's legal and practical aspects. It covers critical topics such as the arbitration agreement, the arbitral process, the role of courts in arbitration and the enforcement of arbitral awards. The module is taught by experienced academics and practitioners , ensuring that students receive a rigorous and practical education.