This course provides a practical understanding of the Article 36 legal review process. It equips legal and policy professionals with essential knowledge to determine the legality of new weapons under International Humanitarian Law and other international law binding the reviewing State.

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction

    2. Lesson 1: Objectives and Development of Weapons Law

    3. Lesson 2: Specific Weapons Law Prohibitions and Restrictions

    4. Lesson 3: General Prohibitions Against Certain Weapon Effects

    5. Module 1 Quiz

    1. Lesson 4: Source and Scope of the Legal Review Obligation

    2. Lesson 5: The Traditional Legal Review Approach

    1. Lesson 6: Content of a Legal Review Report

    2. Conclusion

    3. Final Assessment

    4. Course Feedback Survey

About this course

  • $1,250.00
  • Reinforce your learning with quizzes throughout the course
  • Course companion included to enrich learning experience
  • Online and self-paced

  • Be at the Forefront of Change

    The benefits of engaging in our training expand far beyond your own learning. Join a motivated and forward-positioned cohort of practitioners setting the standard of Article 36 Weapons Review practice across the globe

  • Balance Learning Around your Schedule

    Our training program is designed for busy professionals - take charge of your learning and do what suits your schedule best. All modules and course companion are available from the start date, so you have full control of your learning journey

  • Demonstrate Understanding

    Upon completion you will receive a personalised completion certificate. Communicate your understanding of the weapons review process, by sharing it with your network on LinkedIn or preferred platform

Instructor

Dr Damian Copeland

Article 36 Legal Expert

Damian Copeland is a distinguished international law practitioner and a leading authority on the legal review of new and emerging weapon systems, with particular expertise in autonomous weapon systems (AWS). He is the author of A Functional Approach to the Legal Review of Autonomous Weapon Systems, a foundational work in the field that bridges legal principles with technological realities. With decades of experience, Damian has advised on the legality of both conventional and advanced weapon technologies, offering strategic legal counsel to ensure compliance with international humanitarian law (IHL) and national legal frameworks. His work supports the lawful and responsible development of military capabilities, ensuring that legal considerations are integrated from the earliest stages of system design through to deployment. Damian is widely recognised for his contributions to advancing legal and ethical standards in the context of rapidly evolving defence technologies.

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