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About the Course

‘The Arbitration of International Disputes’ is the third course of Leiden University’s series on International Law in Action. The first course covered generalities on the international courts and tribunals in The Hague, while the second course provided an insider's perspective into the work of international criminal courts and tribunals. This third course explores the major aspects of international arbitration as one of the most common method of international dispute settlement . Through this course you will gain an in-depth understanding of the various facets of international arbitration through the analysis of its role as a mechanism of dispute settlement, its institutions, the fields of law it is applicable to, and, of course, its most famous awards. The main question we will answer together during this course is "Can international arbitration contribute to the creation of a peaceful world through the settlement of disputes between States and between States and non-State actors?" In order to do so, we will learn the basic historical concepts or arbitration, as well as everything there is to know about the Permanent Court of Arbitration, based in The Hague. We will then dive into the role of international arbitration in settling disputes relating to the Law of the Sea, with a particular insight into the landmark South China Sea Arbitration. For an entire module, we will focus on investment arbitration, its principles and the procedure of the ICSID, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes. We will conclude the course with a module on the interplay between state immunity and enforcement of arbitral awards. This is brought to light through the Yukos Arbitration which is a perfect illustration of the topic. This course offers you an opportunity to gain a better insight into international arbitration, its role and the current issues relating to it. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the principles and rules of arbitration. You will explore the topic through concrete examples and the most prominent arbitrations. You will also grasp the notion of international arbitration navigating between law and politics. International arbitration and The Hague go hand in hand: several key arbitration institutes are located in The Hague and important disputes were settled here through arbitration. The Hague is, so to speak, ‘the place to be for international arbitration’, especially when we are dealing with arbitration between States, or arbitration of investment disputes between foreign investors and States. Join us for the course and become an expert on international arbitration! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera....

Top reviews

NS

Aug 8, 2020

Just a few of the facts concerning the case studies need to be updated according to the latest happenings. But otherwise a well constructed and interesting course.

MR

Jan 21, 2020

It was a wonderful course on International Arbitration by University of Leiden. Got to learn a lot. I would like to thank Coursera and University of Leiden for such a productive course.

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By Tahir S

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Oct 22, 2024

Excellent, thank you Coursera

By Alice S

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Jul 10, 2022

Loved it every step of the way

By Jeremy G

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Aug 9, 2020

best course ever in coursera!

By Ngọc H L

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May 15, 2018

Very informative and helpful

By Durgesh D

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Apr 29, 2025

very helpful and productive

By Roger N

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Nov 2, 2018

Excellent....Just excellent

By Michael L

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Nov 27, 2023

I can highly recommend it.

By DIVYA G

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Oct 3, 2025

very help full for career

By David C

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Dec 28, 2022

Great course well taught.

By Jan E

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Aug 1, 2022

Excellent and informative

By Dunice E

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Nov 6, 2019

DETAILED AND INTERESTING.

By Ms. S M

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Apr 18, 2025

its knowledgeable course

By Ryan R

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Jan 14, 2023

Thank you! Great course!

By Desmond E D

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Jul 16, 2022

simplifgrcendusimplified

By Naeeme Y

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Jan 23, 2022

I dont want this course.

By Harsh N

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Oct 9, 2024

so many topics covered.

By Leidy B

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Mar 3, 2023

Excellent vitual course

By jacquesndjoku

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Nov 10, 2018

C'est génial, ce cours!

By Alexander G N

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May 21, 2022

Absolutely brilliant.

By Ridhima S

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Dec 1, 2020

Very Beneficial Course

By Anonymous L

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Apr 28, 2023

شكراً جزيلاً لإبداعكم

By Lalit S

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Jul 27, 2020

I loved the Course!!!

By Jorge E G

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Aug 11, 2020

High quality course

By Bayu S P

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Aug 12, 2019

Great Online Course

By MOHAMAD S M S

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Jun 6, 2018

Recommended to all!