law5itl international trade law
INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW
LAW5ITL
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to international trade regulations and institutions, with a focus on GATT/WTO, its institutional setting, principles and rules. While it has a comprehensive coverage, the subject is intended as a general introduction to international law concerning trade and business. The principal objective is to establish a solid foundation for students who wish to pursue further studies in specialised legal areas of international trade, international investment and international dispute resolution.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJianfu Chen
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in LMLC or LMGB or LMLGBL or LMLI or LMCL or LMIBL or LML or LMGBL or have permission of Law School.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Be able to describe the law and policy framework governing International Trade.
- Activities:
- Lectures and problem solving activities.
02. To be able to identify issues in international trade and business requiring further study.
- Activities:
- Lectures, reading and essay.
Subject options
Select to view your study options…
Melbourne, 2015, Week 12-13, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGordon Walker
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 12 - 13
Five 8.0 days block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 13 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class participation | 10 | 01, 02 | |
| One 6,000-7,000-word take-home examination | 90 | 01, 02 |