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The Faculty of Law of Charles University regularly participates in public international law moot court competitions that simulate written and oral proceedings before various international dispute settlement bodies (e.g. Jessup, Telders and others).
The course is intended for students who apply in selection procedures announced by the Department of International Law and are selected for the Faculty teams participating in these competitions. Students cannot enrol in or register for the course independently; enrolment is possible only through the Department. Further information about the selection procedures is published on the Faculty website and on noticeboards in the Faculty building. The competitions are conducted in English. Students must therefore have sufficient active and passive command of English to understand legal texts and participate in debate. The aim of the course is to enable students, through work on a practical hypothetical case, to acquire, for example: - the ability to find, interpret and correctly use relevant sources of public international law, including learning to use legal information systems to locate relevant legal regulations, case-law and other relevant sources - mooting skills, i.e. the ability to present legal arguments effectively before a panel. These skills include not only improved language proficiency, but also confident delivery, appropriate expression and related abilities - the ability to draft their own written submissions in English in accordance with the competition rules - the ability to analyse the opposing party's oral submissions effectively and promptly and to respond persuasively during oral rounds before a panel of judges These objectives are best achieved through students' own analytical work combined with teamwork, general consultations with the team coach and active participation in the competition. Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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1. Active preparation throughout the semester is required to complete the assessment. 2. The assessment includes preparation of a written submission and/or an oral pleading, teamwork, and demonstration of sufficient knowledge of the competition topic during regular meetings. 3. Students may use all legal regulations and other materials when preparing the written submission. Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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The course consists of preparation for and participation in moot court competitions. The topics depend on the particular competition and the case assigned in the relevant year.
Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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Required literature: 1. ČEPELKA, Čestmír; ŠTURMA, Pavel. Mezinárodní právo veřejné. 3rd ed. Prague: C. H. Beck, 2018. ISBN 978-80-7400-721-7. 2. POTOČNÝ, Ondřej. Mezinárodní právo veřejné, zvláštní část. 6th ed. Prague: C. H. Beck, 2011. 3. Crawford, James. Bronwlie's Principles of Public International Law, 8th edition, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2012. ISBN: 978-0-19-965417-8. Recommended literature: Students are expected to identify other study materials (international treaties, case-law, legal scholarship, etc.) arising from the case assigned each year; these materials are primarily in foreign languages. Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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Learning outcomes are necessarily defined generically as the specific outcomes will depend on the topic of the particular moot courts and forms of participation.
Upon completion of the course, the students will:
(substantive legal knowledge) - demonstrate orientation in the topic of general international law within the scope required to pass exam of Public International Law II, - illustrate knowledge of topics of international law that are universally required to participate in international law-oriented moot courts, such as sources of international law, international legal personality, peaceful settlement of disputes, responsibility, etc. - explain the foundational principles of public international law within the topics of the competition, - demonstrate knowledge of the jurisdiction and procedures of international courts and tribunals, - conduct comprehensive legal research using primary and secondary sources in international law, - critically evaluate case law to support legal arguments,
(advocacy and mooting skills) - apply moot court procedural rules accurately in both written and oral exercises, - identify and prioritize relevant legal issues in complex factual scenarios, - construct coherent and legally sound arguments using logical reasoning, - anticipate and effectively respond to opposing arguments in a moot court setting, - collaborate effectively within a legal team, fulfilling designated roles in preparation and presentation, - manage oral presentation time efficiently, delivering arguments within allotted limits,
(practical and professional skills) - apply critical thinking to solve multifaceted legal problems under time constraints, - demonstrate advanced public speaking and persuasion skills in legal advocacy, - employ negotiation strategies to advocate effectively in collaborative settings, - adhere to professional ethics and standards in international legal practice.
Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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It is recommended that students have completed Public International Law II before enrolling. The course also requires a good command of English (knowledge of another language is an advantage), presentation skills, and the ability to conduct independent and team research. Completion of other elective courses in public international law is an advantage.
Last update: Šicnerová Barbora, Mgr. (16.09.2026)
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