The renowned part-time distance learning International Maritime Law programme offered by the World Maritime University in collaboration with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy develops leading knowledge and awareness of international trade and maritime law, increasing understanding of how commercial trade ventures may give rise to legal issues.
International Maritime Law, LL.M.
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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.
Programme 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
- Litigation, Arbitration and Mediation
- Conflict of Laws and Forum Shopping
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Part-time
- Average part-time duration 16 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode Online
English Language Requirements
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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
Getting 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!
Tuition Fee
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8292 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11050 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months. -
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8292 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11050 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months.
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- Book before 14th June: £11,050
- Book after 14th June: £11,850
Funding
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