JIL819 INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW 1
- Law
- 800 level
- 3 credit units
- 162 pages
- 15 units
This course provides an in-depth exploration of International Maritime Law, covering key doctrines, principles, and practices. It examines the delimitation of maritime zones, rights of coastal and landlocked states, and the jurisprudential issues in maritime law. The course also delves into the regime of contract of carriage of goods by sea, marine insurance, and international trade law. Students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for careers in the maritime industry.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 200 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Seminar presentation
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of JIL819, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
JIL819 · Unit 2 Historical Development of international maritime Law
International maritime law, also known as the Law of the Sea, refers to the laws used to govern international waters. It consists of a body of conventions, regulations, and treaties used to govern nautical issues and regulate maritime organizations.
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain the concept of International Maritime Law.
- Identify and analyze the sources of International Maritime Law.
- Describe and differentiate various maritime zones.
- Explain the rights and obligations of states in the high seas.
- Analyze the legal regime of contract of carriage of goods by sea.
- Apply principles of International Trade Law to maritime commerce.
What it prepares you for
- Maritime Lawyer
- Shipping Specialist
- Maritime Insurance Analyst
- International Trade Consultant
- Legal Analyst at Maritime Bodies
- Shipping Industry
- Maritime Insurance
- International Trade
- Admiralty Law Firms
- International Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: DIVISION OF THE SEA INTO MARITIME ZONES
Unit 4: Exclusive Economic Zone
Complexities in defining baselines and maritime boundaries require detailed understanding of geography and international agreements.
- Module 3: THE HIGH SEA AND ITS USES
Unit 3 International Sea Bed Authority
Determining the balance between freedom of the high seas and conservation of resources requires nuanced understanding of international law.
- Module 4: THE REGIME CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Unit 3 Bills of lading contracts
Understanding the liabilities and responsibilities of parties involved in the contract of carriage requires a deep understanding of legal principles.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 36 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: CONCEPTS AND NATURE OF THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW
Unit 1: The Concept of International Maritime Law · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Define International Maritime Law, understand its nature and characteristics.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Define maritime law in your own words..
- Week 2Module 1: CONCEPTS AND NATURE OF THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW
Unit 2: Historical Development of the International Maritime law · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Study the historical evolution of International Maritime Law.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Briefly describe the evolution of Maritime law up to present day..
- Week 3Module 1: CONCEPTS AND NATURE OF THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW
Unit 3: The Sources of International Maritime Law · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Identify the sources of International Maritime Law.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: State the Sources of International Maritime from the perspective of public international law..
- Week 4Module 1: CONCEPTS AND NATURE OF THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW
Unit 4: The Components and principles of International Maritime Law · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Explain the principles and components of international maritime law.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: What do you understand by the principles of maritime law?.
- Week 5Module 2: DIVISION OF THE SEA INTO MARITIME ZONES
Unit 1: Internal waters · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Define Internal Waters and understand the rights of coastal states.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Describe internal waters of Nigeria..
- Week 6Module 2: DIVISION OF THE SEA INTO MARITIME ZONES
Unit 2: Territorial Sea · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Study the concept of territorial waters and innocent passage.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Describe territorial water of a coastal state..
- Week 7Module 2: DIVISION OF THE SEA INTO MARITIME ZONES
Unit 3: Contiguous Zone · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Explain the nature and activities within a contiguous zone.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Explain the nature and length of a contiguous zone..
- Week 8Module 2: DIVISION OF THE SEA INTO MARITIME ZONES
Unit 4: Exclusive Economic Zone · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Analyze the concept of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Analyse an Exclusive Economic Zone..
- Week 9Module 3: THE HIGH SEA AND ITS USES
Unit 1 Scope and freedom of the High Sea · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Define the High Sea and its uses.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: State four freedoms of the High sea..
Unit 2 The uses of High sea · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Study the uses of High Sea.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: What are the rights of landlocked and coastal over the high sea?.
- Week 10Module 3: THE HIGH SEA AND ITS USES
Unit 3 International Sea Bed Authority · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Understand the functions of the International Sea Bed Authority.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: What do you understand by the concept of 'Common Heritage of Mankind' in maritime law?.
Unit 4 Access to the Sea for Landlocked states and International Straits · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Access to the Sea for Landlocked states and International Straits. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: What are the conditions of hot pursuit?.
- Week 11Module 4: THE REGIME CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Unit 1: Definition and Historical development of contract of carriage by sea · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Define contract of carriage by sea.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Analyse the two major contract in the carriage of goods by Sea..
Unit 2: Types of contract of carriage of goods by sea · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Study the types of contract of carriage of goods by sea.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: What are the facilities expected to be put in place in a port?.
- Week 12Module 4: THE REGIME CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Unit 3 Bills of lading contracts · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Understand Bills of lading contracts and their functions.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Briefly discuss the legal regime of the contract of carriage of goods by sea..
Unit 4 International Trade Law · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Study International Trade Law.. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise: Define a sea port and types of seaport you have learned in this unit..
- Week 13Module 4: THE REGIME CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all modules and units.. Work on Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs)..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key definitions and principles.
- Use case studies from the course material to illustrate practical applications of legal concepts.
- Practice essay questions on the rights and obligations of parties in different maritime zones.
- Review international conventions and treaties, noting key articles and their implications.
- Focus on understanding the differences between the Hague Rules, Hague-Visby Rules, and Hamburg Rules.
- Prepare a comparative analysis of the legal regimes governing contract of carriage by sea.
- Create concept maps linking the sources of international maritime law to specific legal issues.
- Practice drafting legal arguments for hypothetical maritime disputes.
- Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments to identify areas for improvement.
Questions students ask about this course
What is JIL819 about?
This course provides an in-depth exploration of International Maritime Law, covering key doctrines, principles, and practices. It examines the delimitation of maritime zones, rights of coastal and landlocked states, and the jurisprudential issues in maritime law. The course also delves into the regime of contract of carriage of goods by sea, marine insurance, and international trade law. Students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for careers in the maritime industry.
How many units does JIL819 have?
JIL819, JIL819 INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW 1, has 15 units across 4 modules, over 162 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is JIL819?
JIL819 carries 3 credit units, at 800 level in Law.
Is JIL819 hard?
JIL819 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does JIL819 take to study?
About 200 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is JIL819 assessed?
JIL819 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments, seminar presentation and final examination.
What can I do with JIL819?
Maritime Lawyer, Shipping Specialist, Maritime Insurance Analyst, International Trade Consultant and Legal Analyst at Maritime Bodies.