PGDip/LLM in International Maritime Law

Postgraduate

Distance

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

WMU is the global center of excellence for postgraduate maritime education, research and capacity
building. With the strength of its solid track record, it is well placed to offer Postgraduate Diploma
programmes that meet the educational and capacity building needs of maritime and ocean
constituents, including the relevant industry actors

About this course

English law is recognised internationally as a dominant legal system providing the basis for maritime and trade contracts, with London as the single most important forum for settling disputes, both through court litigation and arbitration.

This programme of study will develop your:

Academic knowledge and awareness of international trade and maritime law,
Increase your understanding of how commercial trade ventures may give rise to legal issues
To allow students develop an advanced understanding of an aspect of International Maritime Law
To further students’ understanding of the interrelation between legal research and an understanding of the rationale and limitations of International Maritime Law;
To offer the programme in a mode of study that accommodates students’ other commitments and career development.

The Admissions Board will consider applicants who meet the minimum general entrance requirements, which are:

An undergraduate degree in a related field, or the highest grade Certificate of Competency for unrestricted service as a master mariner or chief engineer
Non-graduates with approved professional qualifications or who have sufficient professional experience may also be considered

Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world. Use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge
Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs

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Subjects

  • IT Law
  • Maritime Law
  • LLM
  • International
  • Law
  • English
  • Commercial Law
  • Mediation
  • Litigation
  • Shopping

Course programme

Core Modules
  • Introductory Module: An introduction to the English legal system
  • Module 1 - International Trade Law: An Introduction to English Commercial Law and International Sales
  • Module 2 - Bills of Lading Contracts
  • Module 3 - Charterparty Contracts
  • Module 4 - Marine Insurance Law
  • Module 5 - Admiralty Law and General Average
  • Module 6 - Payment and Finance for International Trade
  • Module 7 - Litigation, Arbitration and Mediation
  • Module 8 - Conflicts of Laws and Forum Shopping
SPECIALIST MODULE A - Ship Finance Law
SPECIALIST MODULE B - Oil and Chemical Pollution
SPECIALIST MODULE C - European Union Competition Law in Shipping
SPECIALIST MODULE D - The Four Pillars of Maritime Regulation

Additional information

Book on or before 18th June 2021

Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime
Law£6,300 / US $8,190

Full LLM in International Maritime
Law£11,150 / US $14,495

LLM Continuation in International Maritime Law
£5,220 / US $6,800  

Book after 18th June 2021

Postgraduate Diploma in International Maritime
Law£6,700 / US $8,710 

Full LLM in International Maritime Law
£11,950 / US $15,595 

LLM Continuation in International Maritime Law
£5,620 / US $7,300

PGDip/LLM in International Maritime Law

Price on request