International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot
The International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot (IMLAM) involves a dispute relating to commercial maritime law and the controversy is determined before an arbitral tribunal. Students need not have previously studied maritime law (though it is an advantage) and in fact, several past winning teams have had no prior knowledge of maritime law before undertaking the moot. The moot is exceptionally well supported by the maritime industry and maritime law firms. The competition enables students to forge contacts with students from other law schools and meet with senior members of the profession and the maritime industry.
Applications for the 2027 competition are now open until 11:59pm, Sunday 8 November 2026.
The 2027 IMLAM Competition will be hosted in person by Singapore Management University, Yong Pung How School of Law in early July 2027 (exact dates TBC).
Students interested in applying should upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (no more than two pages)
- An expression of interest explaining their motivation for applying (one page)
- Academic transcript
Interviews will take place on Monday 23 November 2026 (from 5:30pm onwards) in-person in the Law School Boardroom (W353). Shortlisted candidates will be notified on 9 November as to whether their application has progressed to an interview and will be invited to select a time slot.
- Competitors will need to ensure they are available to travel to Singapore in July to attend the competition
- The Law School will cover the cost of accommodation in Singapore, for the duration of the competition
- Competitors will also receive a student support payment, that will cover the cost of their airfares, to and from Brisbane - Singapore.
Students participating in IMLAM will be automatically eligible for 2# of course credit.
Applications are now open until 11:59pm, Sunday 8 November 2026
Congratulations to our Maritime Law Grand Champions
UQ was victorious in securing a back-to-back win in the 2024 International Maritime Law Arbitration Moot marking an eleventh world-title. Read more about the 2023 champion team.