Private International Law (Advanced) module (LW41015)

Private International Law (Advanced)

Aims

The aim of this module is to provide advanced instruction in the core aspects of private international law, including jurisdiction, applicable law and the recognition and enforcement of judgments.

The module is a pre-requisite for students wishing to qualify for the Faculty of Advocates.

Examples of content

• private international law in a regional and global context
• litigating international civil and commercial disputes
• scope of the European framework
• general jurisdiction
• special jurisdiction
• international family law
• connecting factors
• divorce
• children

SCQF credits

30 credits