2023/24 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue

LAW5952M Central Issues in Arbitration

15 creditsClass Size: 120

Module manager: Dr Virag Blazsek
Email: V.I.Blazsek@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2023/24

This module is not approved as an Elective

Module summary

In this module, the central issues of arbitration as a form of dispute resolution will be analysed. The module will focus on the theory and practice of international commercial arbitration. The aim and objective of the module is to ensure students are able to understand the conceptual structure of international commercial arbitration and the strengths and weaknesses inherent in this form of dispute resolution.

Objectives

To lead students to an advanced knowledge of the law of arbitration, contrasting arbitration to other forms of dispute resolution and considering the central issues of the current law of arbitration.

To lead students to an ability to critically evaluate arbitration as one of the alternative forms of dispute resolution.

Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will have:

- gained an in-depth knowledge of the central issues in the law of arbitration

- developed a critical understanding of the relationship between arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution

- developed an ability to critically evaluate the current law of arbitration

Syllabus

- Arbitration contrasted to other forms of dispute resolution
- The nature of the arbitration agreement: Separability and kompetenz-kompetenz
- Law applicable to international arbitration
- Power of arbitral tribunal and relationship with courts
- Recognition and enforcement of international arbitral awards

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lecture	8	1.00	8.00
Seminar	5	1.50	7.50
Private study hours			134.50
Total Contact hours			15.50
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			150.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

A formative assessment opportunity will be provided.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Essay	1 x 3,000 words	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

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