Discrimination, AI and International Law
The summer course Discrimination, AI and International Law explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and international non-discrimination law,
examining how algorithmic systems can both reproduce and amplify structural inequalities.
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Discrimination, AI and International Law is given as an elective course within the framework of the summer programme at the Department of Law, Stockholm University. Read more about the programme on the following page:
During the course, students will first be introduced to key definitions, technical foundations and real-world examples of algorithmic bias in diverse contexts, from border control and criminal justice to welfare distribution and online platforms. Building on this, the course presents the main principles and enforcement mechanisms of non- discrimination law, highlighting its interaction with data protection law.
The final part addresses the doctrinal frictions AI creates for existing legal frameworks and surveys current regulatory initiatives such as the EU AI Act and the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on AI. The course closes with a critical discussion of possible solutions, ranging from reinterpretation of existing norms to the design of new legal and procedural strategies.
Follow the link below to read more about the course details.
Teaching Format
Teaching is conducted in the form of lectures and seminars over a period of two weeks of full-time study. All teaching activities are compulsory.
A more detailed description of the course content is provided in the course syllabus and the course schedule.
Assessment
Examination is conducted through active participation at all teaching and a take-home assignment.
Learning platform
During the course, registered students will receive additional course information on the Athena learning platform.
https://athena.itslearning.com/
The Department
Read more about education at the Department of Law at Stockholm University on our homepage.
Questions regarding our summer courses are answered by our Office of International Affairs.
