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). He has held this position since January 2016, having previously taught at the University of Melbourne and the Australian National University. His notable publications include 'Great Powers Outlaw States' and 'Law, War Crime: War Crimes Trials Reinvention International Law.' His interdisciplinary work explores the intersections of international law and literature, and he has received accolades such as the American Society of International Law Annual Prize for Creative Scholarship. Gerry's research interests primarily focus on Cold War International Law, and he has reached a wider audience as a regular contributor to the London Review of International Law and Arena Magazine. He is a Fellow of the British Academy and actively engages in doctoral supervision and mentoring. His recent writing includes a philosophical meditation on nuclearism as part of an ARC-funded project.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair of Public International Law

2016-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London

Teaching and researching in the field of Public International Law.

Senior Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Melbourne • Melbourne

Engaged in teaching and research in law.

Lecturer

1995-01-01 — 1998-01-01

Australian National University • Canberra

Instructed courses on various legal disciplines.

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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