Professional Certificate in Arbitration (ProfCertArb)

Program Code
PCARB

Program Faculty
Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics

Special Notes

Note: There will be no intake into this program in 2019.

Academic Year
2020

These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).

Overview

The Professional Certificate in Arbitration is designed to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the role of Arbitration and the process and legislative framework of commercial arbitration in Australia. The program is jointly offered by the University of Adelaide and the Resolution Institute. The program is designed for tertiary graduates (degree or diploma), while mature non-degree applicants will be assessed for admission on the basis of their recognised expertise and experience.
Students entering the program would normally be expected to hold a Bachelor of Laws, or a Bachelor of Commerce which includes the study of commercial or business law. Students with other qualifications or significant experience in a relevant field will be assessed on a case by case basis.
This program is generally taught over two semesters and includes a mix of face-to-face workshops, intensive and online learning. The program is designed for completion in two parts: an introductory course and an advanced course. The introductory course is generally offered within the first semester which runs from February to June, and the advanced course within the second semester which runs from July to October.
The introductory course introduces the concepts, frameworks and practice of dispute resolution through arbitration, while the advanced course provides a greater depth of the understanding, knowledge and skills needed to determine outcomes by arbitration. The most benefit and best understanding of the program content is gained by students who complete within one year.
Applicants are also expected to meet the University’s English language proficiency requirements for Law programs (https://international.adelaide.edu.au/admissions/how-to-apply/admission-requirements#english-language-requirements).
The Professional Certificate in Arbitration is not an AQF qualification type.
The standard duration of the program is one year of part-time study. This program is not available full-time.

Conditions

Condition of Enrolment

Interruption of program: Students must apply for permission from the Faculty before taking a Leave of Absence. Any extension of the leave without approval will result in the loss of place in the program but an application may be made to be re-admitted to the program subject to the admission procedures in place at the time.

Academic Program Rules for Professional Certificate in Arbitration

There shall be a Professional Certificate in Arbitration.

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for the Professional Certificate in Arbitration, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of:

  1. Core courses to the value of 6 units.

Core Courses