Dr. Gerry Simpson

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Biography

Gerry Simpson is a Professor of Public International Law at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he has been appointed since January 2016. He has previously taught at the University of Melbourne and the Australian National University, and has held visiting positions at NYU and Harvard. His scholarly contributions focus on areas such as the law of war, war crimes, and the intersection of international law with literature and politics. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and has contributed to various academic forums, including as Joint Editor-in-Chief of the London Review of International Law. Gerry's notable publications include 'Great Powers and Outlaw States', 'Law, War Crime: War Crimes Trials Reinvention International Law', and his recent book 'Sentimental Life of International Law'. His current research involves a project on Cold War International Law, reflecting on the philosophical implications of nuclearism and the legal framework developed during that era.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London, England

Leading research and teaching in Public International Law.

Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2015-12-31

University of Melbourne • Melbourne, Australia

Taught Public International Law and conducted research.

Lecturer

1995-01-01 — 1998-12-31

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Instructed courses in various areas of law.

Awards

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American Society of International Law Annual Prize

Courses

Public International Law

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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