Module Database Search



MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
International Commercial Dispute Resolution
Reference LLM586 Version 2
Created July 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved June 2016 SCQF Points 15
Amended July 2023 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To undertake comparative study of several key issues of Commercial Dispute Resolution. To facilitate deep understanding and to develop analytical skills in the area of International Commercial Dispute Resolution, with an emphasis on commercial arbitration.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Demonstrate an in depth comparative understanding of key themes and issues in commercial dispute resolution.
2 Analyse key issues in commercial dispute resolution.
3 Advise on commercial dispute resolution issues in respect of various nations around the world and on the resolution of international commercial disputes.

Indicative Module Content
The module will revolve around important 'themes' of commercial dispute resolution. The classes will undertake comparative study on the following broad areas. Examples, case studies and module content will be drawn from various jurisdictions around the world. 1. Comparative analysis of Public resolution of disputes including: International Private Law matters such as jurisdiction, service, choice of law, forum shopping, recognition and enforceability; Adversarial v inquisitorial systems of justice; Aspects of international civil procedure. 2. Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution such as Med-Arb; Mediation; Conciliation; Mini-trial; comparative analysis of ADR methods in commercial contracts. 3. International Commercial Arbitration including: An International Survey; UNCITRAL model law - especially, interim orders from a court and comparison with English Arbitration Act 1996; Institutional Rules - e.g. International Chambers of Commerce, World Intellectual Property Organisation, ICSID (Investment disputes).

Module Delivery
Intensive workshops in traditional mode and interactive materials in on line mode.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 36 36
Non-Contact Hours 114 114
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 150
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Examination Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Examination (100% weighting)

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 BLACKABY, N. et al., 2022. Redfern and Hunter on international arbitration - student version. 7th ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press. ebook
2 SUTTON, J.D., GILL, J., et al. 2023. Russell on Arbitration. 25th ed. London: Sweet and Maxwell.
3 BORN, G. 2021. International Commercial Arbitration 3rd ed., Kluwer Law International.
4 MOSES, M. L., 2017. The principles and practice of international commercial arbitration. 3rd ed., Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. ebook
5 BINDER, P., 2019. International Commercial Arbitration and Mediation in UNCITRAL Model Law Jurisdictions (Kluwer Law International).


Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781