Course Description
This is the course to take if students are interested in representing SMU in the best international moot competitions. It will be an intensive course held over half of the first semester, and admission is by approval of the course convenor only. This course exposes students to advanced legal research, writing and appellate advocacy skills. Students will be given a hypothetical moot problem on international law and will have to make oral and written submissions by the end of the course. Those who excel in this course will be selected to participate in moot competitions in the second semester.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply advanced legal research and writing skills
- Construct analytical frameworks for international legal disputes
- Draft a substantial legal memorial
- Develop oral advocacy and mooting techniques
- Participate in consultations and practice rounds
- Respond constructively to feedback
- Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration
- Prepare for international moot court competitions
