Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Location(s)
Switzerland
Hallerstrasse 6, 3012 Bern
Overview
Are you a law graduate looking to take the next step in your career or in academia? If so, you are on the right path. The TRAIL+ programme at the WTI targets students and professionals with a legal background who are interested in specialising in international economic law with cross-disciplinary study of the global economy and trade and investment agreements.
Details
Why the TRAIL+?
The TRAIL+ is a newly-launched advanced Master’s programme in Trade and Investment Law combined with courses in International Law and Economics. This programme is offered at the World Trade Institute in cooperation with the Faculty of Law of the University of Bern. The programme includes more law courses and fewer courses on economics and political science than our MILE programme. Upon the successful conclusion of the TRAIL+ programme, the student is awarded an LL.M. in International Trade and Investment Law, as well as a Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in International Law and Economics.
To find out if the TRAIL+ programme is right for you, check out our list of frequently asked questions.
What we offer
- A one-year, intensive graduate programme (can also be taken part-time)
- Teaching and guidance from leading scholars and practitioners
- The latest research developments in international trade and investment regulation, and economics
- The opportunity to join a vibrant WTI alumni network with over 500 members worldwide
- Strong networks and mentoring programmes to help students secure internships and entry-level positions
Curriculum and faculty
The TRAIL+ programme is interdisciplinary and emphasises the rules, regulations and institutions - both domestic and international - which govern foreign trade, investment, the operations of multinational enterprises, and the interests and roles of stakeholders. Courses consist of lectures, offering students opportunities for classroom discussions and individual research.
Curriculum
LL.M. courses include:
International Trade Regulation; Trade Remedies; International Financial Regulation; International Law of Contemporary Media; International Investment Law; International Negotiations; International Intellectual Property Law; International Environmental Law; Introduction to Swiss and International Taxation; as well as participation in several moot courts.
TRAIL+ structure and regulations
The TRAIL+ is a non-consecutive joint LL.M. in Trade and Investment Law and Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in International Law and Economics. Successful completion of the full programme includes both the LLM and DAS components. Students who successfully fulfil the requirements of the TRAIL+ programme are awarded the following: LEGUM MAGISTER / LEGUM MAGISTRA and DIPLOMA OF ADVANCED STUDIES IN INTERNATIONAL LAW AND ECONOMICS.
- ECTS: The TRAIL+ awards 90 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System Points).
- Language of instruction: English
- Studies begin: Autumn or spring semester
- Length of studies: The TRAIL+ is designed for full-time completion in 12 to 15 months. The programme can also be followed on a part-time basis, with completion in 2 to 3 years.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
What you bring
You are a student or a professional with a law degree and wish to further your legal career as a practising lawyer, or wish to pursue a PhD in international economic law.
Dates
Deadline: January 31, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Tuition fees
Tuition for one year of study on the TRAIL+ programme is 21,000 Swiss francs. Tuition payments are not required until you have been accepted to the programme.
Financial aid
All TRAIL+ applicants will be considered for scholarships upon request. Please fill out the form on the right and submit it together with your application.
Partial waiver of tuition fees:
The WTI offers a limited number of partial grants (up to 25% of MILE/TRAIL+ tuition fees) to outstanding candidates.
Full waiver of tuition fees:
- International grant: this will be awarded to one outstanding student from an OECD country to follow the MILE programme.
- LDCs scholarship: this will be awarded to one outstanding student from an LDC country to follow the MILE programme.
- ELSA Moot Court competition grant: this will be awarded to one person for an outstanding performance during the Moot Court.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
