International School of Nuclear Law
2010 Summer Session
23 August to 3 September 2010
The International School of Nuclear Law (ISNL) was established in 2001 by the NEA and the University of Montpellier 1 and benefits from the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Its objective is to provide a high quality, intensive course of education in international nuclear law to law students at doctoral or masters level and to young professionals in the nuclear sector who wish to develop their knowledge.
Participants study all essential aspects of nuclear law: radiological protection, nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, transport of nuclear materials, physical protection, non-proliferation, regulation of trade, environmental protection and nuclear third party liability and insurance.
Nuclear energy law
The law governing the peaceful uses of nuclear energy does not lend itself to uniform categorisation. Although it is not completely autonomous, as it includes norms governing other branches of law such as civil law, environmental law or transport law, it does, however, present certain specific traits and differs in numerous respects from general legal precepts. To begin with, there is the uniqueness of its historical origins, as the energy released from the fission of the atom was used for military purposes before being deployed for civilian ends. This resulted in the imposition of an exceptional regime of controls and restrictions upon international nuclear trade with a view to preventing the proliferation of atomic weapons. Another particularity is that it applies to advanced technology comprising innovative technical characteristics and specific risks, features that have led to extensive regulation in the fields of radiation protection, nuclear safety and radioactive waste management, to name but a few. Finally, there is the specificity of its international dimension - the legal framework surrounding electro-nuclear programmes established in the wake of the Second World War led to the drafting of a series of international conventions which both preceded and promoted the harmonisation of domestic legislation and regulations. In short, nuclear law is of an original nature, at the basis of innovative concepts which have since been widely adopted by other legal disciplines, and is in a constant state of evolution in order to adapt to the technological developments and to better control the risks associated with their use.
Sponsorship
The International School of Nuclear Law was established by the University of Montpellier 1 in co-operation with the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency. The School benefits from the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Course objective
The ISNL aims to provide a high quality course of education on the various aspects of this discipline. It is open to law students pursuing their studies at doctoral or masters level who wish to follow an introductory course on nuclear law and familiarise themselves with career opportunities open to them in this field. It is also open to young legal professionals who are already active in the nuclear sector and who wish to develop their knowledge.
Independent of its teaching role, the School serves as a forum for students to meet recognised specialists in nuclear law in a studious yet convivial atmosphere.
Programme
The current educational programme of the School essentially consists of an introductory course on nuclear law.
The programme includes ten days of classes on the following themes:
- the origins and uniqueness of nuclear law;
- international nuclear institutions and their regulatory role;
- protection against ionising radiation (including the use of radiation sources);
- nuclear safety and nuclear accident management;
- non-proliferation of nuclear weapons and international safeguards;
- nuclear security: physical protection and illicit trafficking of nuclear materials;
- transport of nuclear materials and fuel;
- management of spent fuel and radioactive waste;
- environmental protection;
- liability, compensation and insurance for nuclear damage;
- international trade in nuclear material and equipment.
Classes include traditional lectures combined with discussion periods and case studies.
The next session of the School will take place from 23 August to 3 September 2010 inclusive.
The number of participants is limited to approximately 60. Should any selected participants subsequently withdraw their application persons on the waiting list will be allowed to participate in the session.
Participants will receive documentation in advance enabling them to prepare for their courses. They may be requested to undertake a certain amount of research work before the session.
The School will deliver a certificate to each student, testifying to their active participation in classes.
We invite you to consult the 2009 programme.
University diploma
Participants enrolled in the ISNL programme have the possibility of applying for a University Diploma (Diplôme d'université - D.U.) in International Nuclear Law. This Diploma is recognised within the ECTS (European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System) and represents 12 credits. Click here to obtain more information on the Diploma.
Teaching staff
Lectures are delivered by renowned specialists in nuclear law, particularly from academic circles, specialised international organisations, the nuclear industry and insurance sector, and other experts in the nuclear field.
Director
Pascale Idoux, Professor of Public International Law, University of Montpellier 1, France
Chairperson of the supervisory board
Patrick Reyners, Consultant, Paris, France
For a list of current lecturers, please click here
Members of the supervisory board
Marc Beyens, Chief Legal Officer, General Affairs, Electrabel SA/NV, Brussels, Belgium
Pierre Dujols, University of Montpellier 1, Department of Medical Information, CHU Arnaud de Villeneuve, Montpellier, France
Odette Jankowitsch-Prevor, Former IAEA: Senior Lawyer, Section Head, External Relations & Policy Coordination
Chantal Jarlier-Clement, Chef du Pôle Veille Environnement et Développement Durable, Secrétariat Général, EDF, Paris, France
Vanda Lamm, Professor, Institute for Legal Studies, Academy of Sciences, Budapest, Hungary
Rafael Manovil, Professor, Lawyer Faculty, University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Ki-Gab Park, Professor, Law Faculty, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
Jacques Percebois, UFR Sciences économiques, Espace Richter, Montpellier, France
Johan Rautenbach, Director of the Legal Affairs Office, International Atomic Energy Agency
Julia Schwartz, Head of Legal Affairs, OECD/NEA
Carlton Stoiber, Consultant, Former Director of the Office of International Programs, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Hisashi Tanikawa, Director, Japan Energy Law Institute, Tokyo, Japan
Admission
Requirements for candidates
Candidates must be either at an advanced level in their legal studies, or have acquired relevant professional experience in the nuclear sector and demonstrate a marked interest in the programme of the School.
As classes take place in English, an advanced level in this language is required.
Participants should hold insurance to cover accidents, hospitalisation or repatriation.
Candidates may obtain an application form from this website. To request an application form in Word format, please contact us.
Registration fees
The registration fees for the 2010 session are 1 800 EUR for professionals and 400 EUR for students. These fees will cover tuition costs and educational materials provided during the course, but will not include accommodation or subsistence expenses. Please for more information.
Scholarships
Grants may be awarded on a discretionary basis to selected students from NEA member countries. The International Atomic Energy Agency also awards a number of fellowships to professionals from its member countries. Should you have further queries please do not hesitate to .
Practical information
Venue
The 2010 ISNL Course will take place in the premises of the University of Montpellier 1, at "Espace Richter" which is located at Port Marianne on Tram Line 1, approximately a 15-minute tram journey from Place de la Comédie or Gare St Roch.
Accommodation
A list of hotels close to "Espace Richter" will be available shortly. Participants are requested to make their own hotel reservation and we encourage them to do so as soon as possible as there are generally a number of international congresses taking place in Montpellier during the ISNL period.
Further details regarding hotel accomodation in Montpellier can be found on http://www.ot-montpellier.fr/.
Dress code
The dress code during the classes is informal, participants may dress casually.
Contacts
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Professeur Pascale Idoux Agrégée des facultés de droit Directrice de l'École internationale de droit nucléaire Faculté de droit de Montpellier - C.R.E.A.M. 39 rue de l'université 34 060 Montpellier Cedex 2, France
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Last reviewed: 21 July 2010
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