World Maritime University Malmö , Sweden Overview
With English law recognised internationally as a dominant legal system providing the basis for maritime and trade contracts, and with London as the single most important forum for settling disputes, both through court litigation and arbitration, this course approaches law in relation to how it is applied in practice.
Students with a prior degree in Law may continue their studies to the degree of LLM in International Maritime Law . The LLM is offered in collaboration between Lloyd’s Maritime Academy and the World Maritime University .
Ideal for
This International Maritime Law programme offered by the World Maritime University is great for those who wish to acquire expertise in international trade and maritime / shipping law.
The programme has been specifically designed for students from a wide variety of commercial shipping backgrounds, both legal and non-legal, including existing lawyers; those engaged in the shipping and trading industries; trading brokers; shipping/chartering organisations; salvage organisations; P&I Clubs; insurance; and those engaged in investment, finance and banking.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- An introduction to the English legal system
- English Commercial Law and International Sales
- Bills of Lading Contracts
- Charterparty Contracts
- Marine Insurance Law
- Admiralty Law and General Average
- Payment and Finance for International Trade
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Duration
- Part-time
- 16 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
International Law Master of Laws (LLM) Marine EngineeringMore information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
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English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
- 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
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International
8362 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11150 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months. -
EU/EEA
8362 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11150 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months.
- Apply before 19th June and save £400 on the PGDip course fees and £800 on the LLM.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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Visit official programme websiteGetting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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