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Master/LL.M. Cross-border Disputes
Double diplôme international Master/LL.M. Cross-border Disputes
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European School of Law (ESL)
Bureau : AR 330 (Arsenal building)
e-mail : esl-admission@ut-capitole.fr
Bureau : AR 330 (Arsenal building)
e-mail : esl-admission@ut-capitole.fr
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Stage(s)
- 1st year & 2nd year: optional.
- Internship agreement: mandatory.
Internship Office :
Office : AR 379 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : stages@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : + 33 5 61 63 37 35
- Internship agreement: mandatory.
Internship Office :
Office : AR 379 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : stages@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : + 33 5 61 63 37 35
International
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- * English
- Séjour(s) à l'étranger
- Oui, optionnels
Présentation
This course is a re-shaped version of previous Master CEPIL, and is a 2 year program entirely taught in English.
This programme covers conflict of laws principles in cross-border cases, international jurisdictions, litigation rules and arbitration with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European firms.
This type of programme is a rare opportunity in France providing the cross competences, reflexes, methodology and knowledge that are necessary to the internationalisation and europeanisation of private law cases and regulations. The LLM is a globally recognised degree, particularly in English-speaking countries.
This programme covers conflict of laws principles in cross-border cases, international jurisdictions, litigation rules and arbitration with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European firms.
This type of programme is a rare opportunity in France providing the cross competences, reflexes, methodology and knowledge that are necessary to the internationalisation and europeanisation of private law cases and regulations. The LLM is a globally recognised degree, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Enjeux
Semesters 1 and 2 aim at giving students a thorough knowledge of the private and public aspects of international and European legal issues.
The programme offers a comparative perspective, focuses on methodology with a view to providing the students with the tools needed to hold positions as lawyers in an international and European context.
Semester 3 and 4 aim at giving students a high level of proficiency in Private International Law.
Spécificités
There are 2 tracks for semester 4:
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)
Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)
Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.
Structure(s) de rattachement
Responsable(s) de la formation
Partenariats
En convention avec
Admission
Pré-requis
Niveau(x) de recrutement
Bac + 3, Bac + 4
Candidature
Modalités de candidature
The first application phase is now closed for foreign students. A new phase will be launched in the next few months. If you are interested in receiving informations towards the next application phase, please fill the form on this page.
Intake: 28 students max for the 1st year | 20 students max for the 2nd year
Intake: 28 students max for the 1st year | 20 students max for the 2nd year
Modalités de candidature spécifiques
Depending on your country of residence and the held diplomas, you may have to comply with additional procedures regarding your visa application.
Conditions d'admission / Modalités de sélection
CRITERIAS FOR THE FIRST YEAR OF THE MASTER
Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.
Required diplomas:
- hold a Law degree obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 180 ECTS, i.e. Bachelor's degree, Licence or equivalent
- Qualifications in other disciplines worth 180 ECTS minimum OR have significant professional experience in the field of the LL.M.'s programme applied for.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum B2, C1 for a mobility to Dundee)
CRITERIAS FOR THE SECOND YEAR OF THE MASTER
Admission to the first year of the Master's programme depends on the number of seats available and is subject to an examination of the candidate's file.
Required diplomas:
- Successful completion of the 1st year of a Master’s degree in Law obtained in France OR a foreign degree in a legal discipline equivalent to 240 ECTS.
- Qualifications in other disciplines equivalent to 240 ECTS OR significant professional experience in some of the subjects taught on the course may also be considered.
Communication skills:
- Proven knowledge of English (minimum C1)
CRITERIAS FOR BOTH YEARS
Academics:
- A solid grounding in the fundamental areas of public and private law.
- Have an excellent academic record and an awareness of international and/or European issues
Skills:
- Ability to express yourself clearly orally and in writing in academic and legal English.
- Ability to work both in groups and individually.
- Ability to work independently and use legal documentation.
- Ability to use complex legal reasoning and a wide range of sources and knowledge.
Experience (non-cumulative conditions):
- Evidence of voluntary or community work experience and/or
- International experience (travel, study, training) and/or
- Experience in legal practice (internship, moot court, etc.)
Communication skills:
- Ability to write essays and dissertations in English
- Ability to read extensive or complex texts in English
- Ability to speak English fluently (presentations, seminar discussions, class participation)
Project motivation and coherence:
Alignment of the degree with the applicant's career goals and/or plans for personal and professional development.
Programme
The first three semesters are spent at UT Capitole. During the fourth semester, students have the opportunity to study at the University of Dundee or stay at UT Capitole.
SEMESTER 1 - UT Capitole
|
UE / MATIÈRE |
INTITULÉ |
ECTS |
HEURES CM |
HEURES TD |
|
UE |
European & Comparative Law |
12 |
72 |
18 |
|
Matière |
Introduction to EU Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
European Fundamental rights |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Introduction to Legal Systems |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
UE |
International Law |
12 |
72 |
18 |
|
Matière |
Public international Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Private International Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
International Criminal Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
UE |
Legal Culture |
3 |
15 |
30 |
|
Matière |
Conferences on Legal Culture |
- |
- |
30 |
|
Matière |
French and European Culture and Civilization |
3 |
15 |
- |
|
UE |
Skills |
3 |
12 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Legal Research Methodology |
2.5 |
- |
6 |
|
Matière |
Language: Intensive English or French |
2.5 |
12 |
- |
SEMESTER 2 - UT Capitole
|
UE / MATIÈRE |
INTITULÉ |
ECTS |
HEURES CM |
HEURES TD |
|
UE |
EU Substantive Law |
12 |
72 |
18 |
|
Matière |
Internal Market |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Competition Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
EU External Relations |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
UE |
Transnational Law |
12 |
72 |
18 |
|
Matière |
International Dispute Resolution (Public and Private) |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Collaborative Transnational Learning Experience |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Intellectual and Industrial Property Law |
4 |
24 |
6 |
|
UE |
Legal Culture |
3 |
30 |
30 |
|
Matière |
Conferences on Legal Culture |
- |
- |
30 |
|
Matière |
French and European Culture and Civilization |
3 |
30 |
- |
|
UE |
Skills |
3 |
12 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Legal Research Methodology |
2.5 |
- |
6 |
|
Matière |
Language: Intensive English or French |
2.5 |
12 |
- |
SEMESTER 3 - UT Capitole
|
UE / MATIÈRE |
INTITULÉ |
ECTS |
HEURES CM |
HEURES TD |
|
UE |
Cross-border Litigation |
9 |
51 |
- |
|
Matière |
Advanced Private International Law |
3 |
15 |
- |
|
Matière |
Advanced European Private International Law |
3 |
15 |
- |
|
Matière |
Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution |
3 |
15 |
- |
|
Matière |
EPIL and PIL news |
- |
6 |
- |
|
UE |
Private Law in a Global Context |
15 |
60 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Trade Law |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Sale of Goods |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
Private International Family and Property Law |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Social and Labour Law |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Insolvency Law |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
UE |
Global Challenges |
6 |
27 |
- |
|
Choose 3 courses from the 6 offered: |
||||
|
Matière |
Anti-Corruption Law – OECD |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Harmonization of Private Law – UNIDROIT |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Tax Law |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
Matière |
Outer Space Law |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
Matière |
International Investment Law and Investor-State Dispute Settlement |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
Matière |
Aviation Law |
2 |
9 |
- |
|
UE |
Skills |
- |
12 |
6 |
|
Matière |
Empiric Research Methodology |
2.5 |
- |
6 |
|
Matière |
Language: French (optional) |
2.5 |
12 |
- |
SEMESTER 4
LOCAL TRACK
|
UE / MATIÈRE |
INTITULÉ |
ECTS |
HEURES CM |
HEURES TD |
|
UE |
Cross-border Transactions |
9 |
36 |
- |
|
Matière |
European Consumer Law |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
Data Protection |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
Matière |
E-commerce |
3 |
12 |
- |
|
UE |
ESL Legal lab |
6 |
- |
10 |
|
UE |
Internship or Dissertation (choose one) |
15 |
- |
- |
|
Matière |
Internship |
15 |
- |
- |
|
Matière |
Dissertation |
15 |
- |
- |
INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY TRACK (University of Dundee)
Module 5
University of Dundee proposes mandatory courses (Unit 1) and optional courses (Unit 2&3). Optional courses can vary from a year to an other. Students could pick :
- 2 courses of Unit 2 OR
- 1 course of Unit 2 and 1 course of Unit 3
Here is the list of courses per Unit:
Unit 1:
- PIL
- Legal Research Skills
- Master Dissertation
UNIT 2:
- Competition Law
- International Taxation Law
- International Energy Arbitration: Practical Exercises
- The Law of Mergers and Acquisitions
- Privacy, Cybersecurity and Surveillance
- International Dispute Resolution
- International Law and Energy Disputes
UNIT 3:
-Water Law
- International Dispute Resolution
- Human Rights in International Relations
- International Energy Arbitration: Practical Exercises
- Digital Evidence
- Business and Human Rights
- Private International Law (Common Law Perspectives)
- Competition Law
- World Trade Organisation Law
- International Taxation Law
- National and Comparative Oil and Gas Law
- Transnational Law of Sustainable Development and Environment
- International Relations and Energy and Natural Resources
- Mineral and Petroleum Taxation
- Political Economy of Climate Change and the Environment
- Privacy, Cyber Security and Surveillance
- Corporate Sustainability and ESG Law
- The Law of Mergers and Acquisitions
Module 6 - LL.M thesis
The student must write a research thesis in English. The topics will be chosen from a list established by the University of Dundee in association with UT Capitole. This thesis has to be submitted by August according to the examination rules at the University of Dundee (no oral defence is required).
A professional internship is still possible but optional.
Stage(s)
- 1st year & 2nd year: optional.
- Internship agreement: mandatory.
Internship Office :
Office : AR 379 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : stages@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : + 33 5 61 63 37 35
- Internship agreement: mandatory.
Internship Office :
Office : AR 379 (Bâtiment Arsenal)
e-mail : stages@ut-capitole.fr
Phone : + 33 5 61 63 37 35
Séjour(s) à l'étranger
There are 2 tracks for semester 4:
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)
Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.
- Local track (Université Toulouse Capitole)
- International Mobility track (Universiy of Dundee - 20 seats)
Students who opt for International Mobility will thus obtain both a French Master's diploma and the LL.M. (Latin Legum Magister) under two cumulative conditions: the validation of semester 3 in Toulouse and the mandatory semester 4 in Dundee. The LLM certificate is awarded during a graduation ceremony at the University of Dundee.
Students who opt for Local track will obtain the French Master's diploma only.
Évaluation
The terms and conditions of assessment (MCC) can be downloaded from the download list at the bottom of this page.
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Poursuites d'études
Skills:
The teachings during the entire Program pave the way to European and international careers, or employment requiring to manage different situations connected with international and European law. Students are encouraged to develop initiatives in order to bring out skills in organisation, communication and exchanges, which are essential for any legal practitioner who works in a team, with potential partners from all around the world, international organisations, firms or universities. The exchange during the second semester is a chance for developing the abilities of adaptation and communication in an international context.
Careers:
- Lawyer practise – National or international private litigation
- Legal departments in French or foreign private, public or public-private companies.
- Domestic or International/European Civil service
- NGOs.
- Assistance and expert assessment for international institutions or national institutions
- Academic career in France or abroad.
More Details: You may read the OFIP’s surveys about occupational integration of the graduate student.
The OFIP (Observatoire des Formations et de l’Insertion professionnelle) examines the academic and professional future of the alumni: continuation or resumption of studies, access to the labour market, after 30 months situation (work, studies, unemployment,…), occupation characteristics (sector, status, functions, professions, wages, geographical mobility,…).
Available on the UT Capitole website or at the SUIO-IP.
The teachings during the entire Program pave the way to European and international careers, or employment requiring to manage different situations connected with international and European law. Students are encouraged to develop initiatives in order to bring out skills in organisation, communication and exchanges, which are essential for any legal practitioner who works in a team, with potential partners from all around the world, international organisations, firms or universities. The exchange during the second semester is a chance for developing the abilities of adaptation and communication in an international context.
Careers:
- Lawyer practise – National or international private litigation
- Legal departments in French or foreign private, public or public-private companies.
- Domestic or International/European Civil service
- NGOs.
- Assistance and expert assessment for international institutions or national institutions
- Academic career in France or abroad.
More Details: You may read the OFIP’s surveys about occupational integration of the graduate student.
The OFIP (Observatoire des Formations et de l’Insertion professionnelle) examines the academic and professional future of the alumni: continuation or resumption of studies, access to the labour market, after 30 months situation (work, studies, unemployment,…), occupation characteristics (sector, status, functions, professions, wages, geographical mobility,…).
Available on the UT Capitole website or at the SUIO-IP.
Inscriptions
Coût de la formation
€4,500 per year | around £6,000 at University of Dundee
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Student life
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