International Criminal Court Moot

3 credits · Professional

This course allows students to participate in an international moot court competition designed to promote excellence and advocacy in the burgeoning field of international criminal law, and to provide participants with the opportunity to interact with practitioners and judges in the field. Students would participate in a Canadian round of the competition, with the chance to qualify to go on to the world round, held in The Hague, Netherlands. CALENDAR NOTES: STUDENT SELECTION: Participation is open to four 3rd-year students, by way of an application process in the Winter term of their second year. Assessment Method: Research, written factum and performance and participation as a member of the moot team both during the preparation and during the moot itself. PREREQUISITES: Required: LAWS 2012, International Law. Recommended, but not required: LAWS 2197, International Criminal Law