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Overview
The WTI offers you a unique opportunity to update and deepen your knowledge of international economic governance, trade and investment by participating in intensive, week-long courses on a wide range of topics.
Participants who earn 22 ECTS in course work (8 courses) and 8 ECTS by writing a research paper are awarded a Diploma of Advanced Studies in International Law and Economics (DAS ILE).
Programme Structure
During the academy year 2022/2023, we offer four different specialisations (details below):
- specialisation Trade Law
- specialisation Applied Trade Policy Modeling (TRADEMOD)
- specialisation International Climate Governance (CLIMGOV) -
- specialisation Trade, Investment and Sustainable Development (TRADESUS)
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
We did our best, but couldn't find the next application deadline and start date information online.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
22 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus, Blended, Online
- Semi-structured, Fully structured
- Regular mandatory meetings
- Proactive tutoring and support
- Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments
Disciplines
Economics International Relations International Law View 20 other Short Courses in International Law in SwitzerlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 100
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- For the CAS/DAS programmes, we accept applicants who have completed an undergraduate degree in law, economics, finance, commerce, international relations, or political science, or in an unrelated field when supplemented by relevant working experience.
- Participants are expected to have a strong command of written and spoken English and should be ready to read a large amount of material in English both prior to and during the courses. Students whose first language is not English are required to provide TOEFL or IELTS test results
- For the CAS and DAS programmes, applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic ability and provide credible references bearing witness to their research abilities. They also should possess at least one year of professional experience in a related field (lawyer, diplomat, export industry representative, trade economist, civil servant, etc). Exceptions to this rule may be granted upon reviewing individual applications.
Tuition Fee
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International
10000 CHF/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10000 CHF for the full programme -
National
10000 CHF/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10000 CHF for the full programme
Living costs for Bern
1655 - 2130 CHF /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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