
The Master of Laws (LLM) in Investment Treaty Arbitration is a one-year, full-time on-campus program that focuses on the legal frameworks governing international investment disputes between states and foreign investors. The program provides an advanced understanding of international investment law, arbitration mechanisms, and dispute resolution practices within a global legal context. Students study topics such as international arbitration law, investment treaties, public international law, and dispute settlement procedures.
Graduates develop strong international legal analysis skills, arbitration expertise, and investment law competence, preparing them for careers in international law firms, arbitration institutions, governmental legal departments, and international organizations. Uppsala University offers a highly specialized academic environment with strong expertise in public international law and dispute resolution.
Semester 1 – Foundations of Investment Treaty Arbitration
• Introduction to International Investment Law
• Basics of Investment Treaty Arbitration
• Legal Framework of Investment Disputes
• Research Methods in Arbitration
Semester 2 – Advanced Investment Treaty Arbitration
• Arbitration Procedures and International Enforcement
• Investment Protection and Dispute Resolution
• Legal Strategies and Negotiation in Arbitration
• Final Project in Investment Treaty Arbitration
Graduates of the Investment Treaty Arbitration Master’s program are well-prepared for careers in international law, arbitration, dispute resolution, and international investment law. With expertise in resolving legal disputes between investors and states, alumni can work as arbitrators, investment lawyers, legal consultants, and international dispute resolution specialists. The growing complexity of international trade and investment, as well as the increasing number of investment treaties, ensures strong career opportunities for graduates in both legal and governmental sectors.
The Investment Treaty Arbitration program offers students a specialized understanding of international investment law and arbitration processes. Students will gain expertise in the legal frameworks governing cross-border investments, as well as the procedural and substantive aspects of arbitration. The program provides a strong foundation for careers in international law, particularly in handling disputes involving state and private sector interests, equipping graduates with the skills to navigate complex international legal challenges.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +46 18 471 00 00
Email: info@uu.se
Address: Uppsala University, S:t Olofsgatan 10B, 753 11 Uppsala, Sweden