The CIL Singapore Academy of International Law (CIL Academy 2026) will take place in person from 23 to 27 February 2026. This training courses will provide law students, young academics, diplomats, and lawyers with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge in international law. The Academy will deliver courses on the core topics and current challenges in international law. 

The interactive thematic courses will be delivered by highly qualified academics and practitioners from around the world and Singapore. The lecturers include, among others, members of the United Nations International Law Commission, leading academics, and prominent practitioners in the different subjects offered. Materials will also be provided in advance to enhance the courses' interactive nature. 

Training certificates will be awarded by the NUS Centre for International Law upon successful completion of the Academy.

WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE

CIL Academy 2026 will be in-person training courses, and participants will have an opportunity to interact closely with the lecturers. The courses are highly interactive, encouraging active engagement. Participants will benefit from a dynamic learning environment to deepen their knowledge of international law. 

This year, the Academy will include modules on international law-making, peace and security, international responsibility, international dispute settlement, human rights, international humanitarian law and criminal law, international trade, climate change, and cyber and artificial intelligence. 

SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarships are available based on meeting criteria set by the organising committee.

TRAINING SESSION DURATION

Training courses: (3 hours x 2 courses per a day) | Monday-Friday
Total hours of training = 30 hours

REGISTRATION