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Bachelor of International Trade Law – Undergraduate Degree Program

The Bachelor of International Trade Law at the College of International Justice is a premier academic and applied undergraduate degree programme designed to keep pace with rapid transformations in the global economy and cross-border trade and investment. The p...

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Bachelor of International Trade Law – Undergraduate Degree Program
Duration4 years
Credit hours148
DegreeBachelor
Language of studyArabic
Terms8

About the program

The Bachelor of International Trade Law at the College of International Justice is a premier academic and applied undergraduate degree programme designed to keep pace with rapid transformations in the global economy and cross-border trade and investment. The programme integrates solid doctrinal legal grounding in private and public law branches with specialized in-depth mastery of the rules, conventions, and international customs governing international commercial, financial, and investment transactions.Spanning eight academic semesters (four full academic years), the curriculum guides students through a progressive methodology—moving from foundational legal principles, the theory of obligations and contracts, commercial law and corporate structures, and political economy, to specialized studies in international sales contracts, commercial terms (Incoterms), World Trade Organization rules, maritime and air transport law, banking operations and documentary credits, intellectual property protection, e-commerce and financial technology, and international commercial and investment arbitration. Furthermore, the programme bridges rigorous theoretical study with practical training through the legal clinic, commercial arbitration moot courts, and international commercial contract drafting workshops.

Vision

To achieve international academic and professional leadership in preparing a distinguished generation of jurists, consultants, and arbitrators specialized in international trade and business law, capable of leading the legal environment of global commerce, protecting investments, and establishing contractual justice.

Mission

To deliver specialized, high-caliber undergraduate legal education in accordance with European and British academic standards—integrating comparative legal jurisprudence, international trade customs, and modern contractual and arbitral practice—to qualify legal professionals equipped with the analytical, negotiating, and professional competencies required to manage cross-border commercial transactions and resolve their disputes with excellence and proficiency.

Objectives

  • Comprehensive Legal and Commercial Foundation: Equip scholars with a robust knowledge base in civil and commercial law principles, the theory of obligations and contracts, and commercial corporate governance across comparative legal systems.
  • Mastery of the International Trade Architecture: Enable students to deeply understand the sources of international trade law, World Trade Organization agreements, the Vienna Convention on the International Sale of Goods (CISG), and uniform commercial usages issued by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and UNCITRAL.
  • Proficiency in International Contract Drafting: Train students practically in structuring, drafting, and reviewing complex international commercial contracts, including supply agreements, technology transfer, franchising, international construction contracts, and energy agreements.
  • Qualification in Arbitration and Commercial Dispute Settlement: Build students' capacities in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for commercial and investment disputes, managing international commercial arbitration proceedings, drafting defense memorials, and enforcing arbitral awards internationally.
  • Familiarity with Emerging Financial and Digital Regulations: Prepare graduates to handle legal frameworks governing international banking operations, financial markets, e-commerce, smart contracts, industrial and intellectual property rights, and international taxation.
  • Enhancement of Negotiation Skills and Professional Ethics: Refine international commercial negotiation skills and rigorous legal research while instilling the values of integrity, institutional compliance, and legal professional ethics.

Educational philosophy

The College of International Justice adopts the philosophy of "Applied Legal Education Oriented Toward Global Business" for its Bachelor of International Trade Law programme. This philosophy stems from the premise that an international trade legal counsel's role is not limited to resolving disputes post-facto, but extends to acting as a strategic partner in structuring commercial transactions and preventing legal and financial risks.This philosophy rests on four core pillars:Integration of Law, Economics, and Business: Studying commercial legal rules within their economic and financial context, enabling students to understand global market logic and the demands of multinational enterprises.Comparative and Cross-Border Methodology: Blending the rules of Civil Law and Common Law legal systems with unified international trade rules and established commercial customs.Contract- and Arbitral Precedent-Based Learning: Relying on the daily analysis of standard international contract templates and international arbitral tribunal decisions during seminars and workshops.Flexible Digital Environment and Individual Academic Guidance: Delivering cutting-edge educational content via the College's interactive platform while assigning a dedicated personal tutor to each module to support the student's research and drafting skill development.

Learning outcomes

  • Comprehend general theories and principles of law, obligation theory, and civil and commercial contract provisions in comparative legislation.
  • Gain comprehensive awareness of the sources of international trade law and international agreements regulating international sales, transport, intellectual property, and foreign investment.
  • Understand the legal and regulatory frameworks governing commercial companies, multinational enterprises, banks, financial markets, and the World Trade Organization.
  • Grasp Private International Law rules concerning conflict of laws, international judicial jurisdiction, and international commercial arbitration mechanisms.
  • Critically analyze commercial statutory texts, international economic treaties, judicial and arbitral precedents, and extract governing legal principles.
  • Accurately characterize complex international commercial operations and contracts to determine the applicable law.
  • Evaluate legal and financial risks in cross-border trade and investment transactions, proposing preventative contractual alternatives.
  • Critically compare domestic and international legislative solutions and construct legal arguments in commercial disputes.
  • Draft, review, and audit diverse international commercial contracts, MoUs, and arbitration clauses with precise legal drafting.
  • Prepare legal memorials, statements of claim, and defense briefs before national commercial courts and international arbitral tribunals.
  • Provide legal counsel to corporations and investors regarding corporate establishment, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), tax and customs compliance, and trademark protection.
  • Manage international commercial negotiation sessions and mediation for contractual dispute resolution.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in legal and commercial contexts across multicultural business environments.
  • Demonstrate collaborative teamwork within legal departments, negotiation committees, and advisory boards, managing time and projects efficiently.

Career prospects

  • Multinational Corporations and Major Commercial Enterprises: In-house legal counsel, international contracts and procurement specialist, or legal compliance and governance officer.
  • International Commercial Arbitration Centers: Legal researcher, arbitral tribunal secretary, or commercial and investment dispute settlement specialist.
  • International Law Firms and Consultancies: Attorney and legal counsel specialized in international trade, corporate law, investment, and intellectual property.
  • Banks, Financial Institutions, and Insurance: Legal counsel within legal departments of banks, insurance and reinsurance companies, and international financing institutions.
  • International Economic Organizations and Chambers of Commerce: Researcher or legal counsel within the World Trade Organization, chambers of commerce and industry, international business councils, and investment promotion agencies.
  • Governmental Economic Ministries and Authorities: Legal advisor within ministries of trade, economy, finance, investment, customs, and financial market regulatory bodies.

Curriculum

Frequently asked questions

What is the core difference between the Bachelor of International Law and the Bachelor of International Trade Law?
While the Bachelor of International Law focuses broadly on legal relations between states, international organizations, diplomacy, human rights, and public international law, the Bachelor of International Trade Law specializes deeply in the laws governing global business, multinational enterprises, international commercial contracts, banking, maritime and air transport, foreign investment, and international commercial arbitration, while both programmes share a robust foundational base in legal science.
What is the standard duration of the programme, and can it be accelerated?
The standard duration to complete the programme is four academic years (8 semesters totaling 144 credit hours). High-achieving students—after successfully completing their first semester and based on their Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)—may petition to accelerate their study plan by registering for an additional credit load or taking courses during summer semesters.
Does this programme qualify me to act as an international commercial arbitrator or contracts consultant?
Yes. The programme provides comprehensive academic and practical training in international commercial contract drafting, as well as international commercial and investment arbitration procedures. This empowers graduates upon completion to practice as international contracts consultants and join arbitrator rosters and international arbitration centers, subject to each center's specific experience requirements.
Is the study schedule suitable for working professionals and entrepreneurs?
Yes, absolutely. The College's study system is structured with high temporal flexibility, enabling professionals in both the public and private sectors as well as entrepreneurs to access lectures and learning materials 24/7, supported by clear, advance scheduling for assignment submissions and remote examinations.
How are tuition fees calculated, and are scholarships or payment facilities available?
Tuition fees are calculated transparently and flexibly per registered credit hour each semester, in addition to a standard semester registration fee. The College offers flexible installment payment plans and partial merit-based scholarships for academically distinguished students.
How are teaching and learning delivered in the International Trade Law programme?
Studies are delivered through the CI Justice Smart Learning Environment, an integrated digital educational platform that combines interactive synchronous lectures with flexible asynchronous study. The programme provides students in each module with:A structured weekly study planner: Outlining required readings, contractual templates, and week-by-week tasks.Multimedia educational materials: Including peer-reviewed digital textbooks, video and audio lectures, international commercial contract and agreement templates, and self-assessment interactive activities.Academic forums and discussion circles: For debating commercial arbitration cases and judicial precedents, and exchanging views with professors and peers.Permanent lifetime access: To all updated materials and references, alongside networking with the College's alumni network worldwide.
How does the academic supervision and tutoring system work?
The College implements a Personal Academic Tutor system, where each student is assigned a specialized professor or academic tutor for every module who connects with them from the beginning of the academic semester to handle:Monitoring the student's academic progress and guiding them toward authoritative legal sources and international trade and arbitration databases.Evaluating research, assignments, and contract drafting, providing detailed constructive feedback to develop the student's legal and drafting acumen.Conducting individual or group tutorial sessions via dedicated virtual rooms through an appointment-booking system to answer academic and professional inquiries.
How are students assessed and evaluated on their academic and professional skills?
The College's assessment system is designed to measure analytical comprehension, legal drafting ability, and practical commercial problem-solving through the following methods:Computer-Marked Assignments (CMAs): Periodic online exams to measure ongoing mastery of foundational legal and commercial concepts.Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs): Semester tasks including drafting contractual clauses, commenting on international arbitral awards, delivering legal consultations on hypothetical commercial cases, or preparing recorded presentations.End-of-Module Examinations: Final exams are predominantly conducted remotely via reliable electronic proctoring systems allowing students to take exams from their residence. If a specific module requires an in-person exam, it is specified in advance within the module description for testing at an approved center.
How do students gain practical experience in trade and arbitration contracts during their studies?
The College of International Justice maintains broad partnerships with commercial law firms, international corporations, and arbitration centers, providing students with:Practical training opportunities and applied reporting on actual practices within corporate legal departments and law firms.Engagement in the CI Justice Legal Clinic to practice contract drafting and legal consultation under the supervision of expert practitioners.Participation in commercial arbitration moot courts and individual mentorship programmes with senior legal counsels and international arbitrators.
Is the College of International Justice officially licensed and accredited?
Yes. The College of International Justice holds full accreditation and shares its institutional and academic accreditations with International Suleiman University. Furthermore, the institution is officially licensed and registered by the Government of the United Kingdom to operate across the following educational and legal sectors under official Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes:85421: First-degree level higher education (Bachelor's).85422: Post-graduate level higher education (Master's and PhD).85600: Educational and academic support services.69109: Activities of patent and copyright agents and other legal activities.
Does the College hold official authority to deliver academic programmes?
Yes, the College of International Justice holds registered official authority to deliver academic programmes on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP) under the approved reference number (10093951), and all programmes and curricula are supervised by the College's Quality Control Office to ensure complete alignment with international quality standards and accreditations.
Can credit hours be transferred from previous universities or professional qualifications?
Yes, the College applies a "Transfer of Accreditation" system, which enables students to transfer and count academic credit hours completed at other recognized universities. It also extends to evaluating and accrediting recognized professional qualifications and certificates in law, arbitration, or commerce toward graduation requirements in accordance with College regulations.

Admission requirements

  • Academic Qualification: Hold a High School Diploma (Baccalaureate or equivalent) from an officially recognized educational institution.
  • Transfer of Credits and Prior Learning: The College allows students transferring from other universities, as well as holders of accredited professional diplomas or qualifications in law, commerce, or administration, to apply for credit transfer in accordance with the College's accreditation system.
  • Language Proficiency: Demonstrate reading, writing, and speaking proficiency in the approved language of instruction, alongside completing mandatory legal and commercial English terminology modules included in the study plan.
  • Documents and Technical Requirements: Certified copy of the High School Diploma and official academic transcript. Copy of a valid passport or national identity card. Recent formal passport-sized photograph and Curriculum Vitae (for prior learning/experience transfer requests). Access to a computer and internet connection to effectively utilize the College's virtual learning environment.

Tuition & fees

Application fee$75.00

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