Overview
The WTI Winter Academy at the World Trade Institute, University of Bern covers cutting-edge issues in trade and investment law and policy. The Academy is designed for private and public sector and civil society professionals as well as higher-education students.
Key features
- In lectures, discussions and case studies, renowned experts will teach you how to blend the policy aspects of trade and investment with thorough legal interpretation and economic analysis.
- By becoming a part of the WTI community, you will establish valuable contacts with fellow-minded professionals and lecturers.
Programme Structure
Winter Academy modules can be taken individually on an à la carte basis. Students who take multiple courses in the Winter Academy can become eligible for a Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) or a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in International Law and Economics.
You can choose from:
- Course 1 | WTO Law on Border Measures and Trade Facilitation
- Course 2 | WTO Law on Anti-Dumping and Safeguard Measures
- Course 3 | WTO Law on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
- Course 4 | The Law and Policy of Trade in Services
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis, until the maximum number of participants per week is reached.
Language
Credits
Each course awards 3 ECTS. Participants receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of each course. A minimum attendance rate of 80% is required to obtain a Certificate.
Delivered
- Fully structured
- Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
- Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments
Campus Location
- Bern, Switzerland
Disciplines
International Relations View 5 other Short Courses in International Relations in SwitzerlandWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- We accept individuals who have completed an undergraduate degree in law, economics or political science, or in an unrelated field supplemented by relevant working experience. Participants are expected to have a strong command of English and should be ready to read a large amount of material in English both prior to and during the Winter Academy.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1600 CHF / module≈ 1600 CHF / module -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1600 CHF / module≈ 1600 CHF / module
Additional Details
- Tuition for one course is CHF 1,600
- Tuition for two courses is CHF 2,700
- Tuition for three courses is CHF 3,800
- Tuition for four courses is CHF 4,900
Living costs
Bern
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.