School of International Law
Law across borders.
Explore the legal principles, institutions and frameworks that shape relations between states, organisations and individuals.
Welcome to the School
Understanding law.
Engaging with the world.
The School of International Law connects international legal study with diplomacy, trade, human rights and global governance.
Learners examine sources, compare arguments and consider how legal frameworks apply in different international contexts.
Fields of Study
Legal perspectives.
International questions.
International Law & Institutions
Legal principles, treaty frameworks and international institutions.
Human Rights & International Justice
Protection of rights, accountability and legal responses to harm.
Trade & Investment Law
The legal frameworks of commerce and cross-border investment.
Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
Resolving disputes and evaluating competing legal arguments.
Study with the School
Specialist study for a complex world.
Professional Diploma · LCD-026International Law and Global Governance
Study the foundations of international law and the institutions through which global affairs are governed.
View Programme →International Human Rights Law
Explore international human rights frameworks, protection mechanisms and their application in contemporary cases.
£390 · 6 weeks · 45 learning hours
View Programme →International Humanitarian Law
Examine the rules governing armed conflict and the protection of civilians and other protected persons.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Diplomatic and Consular Law
Study diplomatic privileges, immunities, consular functions and the legal foundations of diplomatic relations.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Certificate · LCD-030International Criminal Law
Explore international crimes, individual responsibility and the institutions of international criminal justice.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Professional Diploma · LCD-031International Trade and Investment Law
Examine the legal frameworks governing international trade, foreign investment and cross-border disputes.
£990 · 16 weeks · 120 learning hours
View Programme →Professional Diploma · LCD-032International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Study arbitration frameworks, dispute resolution processes and the recognition and enforcement of awards.
£990 · 16 weeks · 120 learning hours
View Programme →Certificate · LCD-033European Union Law and Institutions
Explore the European Union’s legal order, institutions and decision-making processes.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →Certificate · LCD-034International Sanctions and Compliance
Examine international sanctions frameworks, legal obligations and approaches to cross-border compliance.
£490 · 8 weeks · 60 learning hours
View Programme →The Learning Approach
Read critically.
Reason carefully. Communicate clearly.
Legal study requires more than recalling rules. Activities may include treaty reading, case analysis and structured legal briefing.
- 01
Read Legal Sources
Examine principles, treaty texts and institutional materials.
- 02
Compare Arguments
Evaluate competing interpretations in international contexts.
- 03
Present Your Analysis
Develop structured conclusions supported by appropriate sources.
Admissions & Guidance
Find your pathway in international legal study.
Compare programme content, review entry requirements and explore tuition and intake information. Contact admissions for guidance on selecting a programme.