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JIL820 INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW 11

This course provides an in-depth exploration of International Maritime Law. It covers key aspects such as the legal regime of ships, crew regulations, passenger rights, and cargo management. Students will examine rules for securing safety at sea, including collision prevention and distress protocols. The course also delves into international maritime institutions, admiralty law, and relevant legal procedures. The course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework governing maritime activities.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Maritime LawShippingAdmiraltyNavigationPollution

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Ship Registration

2

Maritime Collisions

3

Marine Pollution

4

Maritime Insurance

5

International Maritime Institutions

6

Law of the Sea

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Maritime Lawyer

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Legal Analyst

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Maritime Insurer

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Shipping Manager

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International Trade Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ShippingInsuranceInternational TradeLaw EnforcementEnvironmental Protection

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS

6h

Unit 1: Ships Registration, Nationality and flag of convenience

6 study hours
  • •Understand ship registration processes and requirements.
  • •Explore the legal implications of ship nationality and flag.
  • •Analyze the concept of flag of convenience and its impact.
Week
2

Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS

6h

Unit 2: Stateless ships and pirate Ships

6 study hours
  • •Examine the legal status of stateless ships and their implications.
  • •Study the definition and legal consequences of pirate ships.
  • •Understand anti-piracy measures and international cooperation.
Week
3

Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS

6h

Unit 3: Maritime collision, Wrecks and salvages

6 study hours
  • •Analyze the causes and consequences of maritime collisions.
  • •Study international regulations for preventing collisions at sea (COLREGs).
  • •Understand the legal principles governing liability for collisions.
Week
4

Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS

6h

Unit 4: Warships, Government own Merchants ships, Noncommercial ships

6 study hours
  • •Examine the legal status and immunities of warships.
  • •Study the regulations governing government-owned merchant ships.
  • •Understand the legal framework for non-commercial ships.
Week
5

Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO

6h

Unit 1: Crew, Passengers and Marine Cargoes

6 study hours
  • •Study the legal rights and responsibilities of crew members.
  • •Analyze the regulations governing passenger safety and rights.
  • •Understand the legal aspects of marine cargo management.
Week
6

Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO

6h

Unit 2 Manning, Conditions of Labour and Consular Jurisdiction over Seamen aboad

6 study hours
  • •Examine the conditions of labour for seafarers.
  • •Study consular jurisdiction over seamen abroad.
  • •Analyze international labour standards for the maritime industry.
Week
7

Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO

6h

Unit 3 Marine Pollution Oil and chemical

6 study hours
  • •Study the sources and types of marine pollution.
  • •Analyze the legal framework for preventing oil and chemical spills.
  • •Understand liability and compensation mechanisms for marine pollution.
Week
8

Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO

6h

Unit 4 Maritime Insurance and Marine policy

6 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of maritime insurance.
  • •Examine different types of marine insurance policies.
  • •Analyze the legal aspects of marine insurance claims.
Week
9

Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA

6h

Unit 1 Rules for prevention collision at sea

6 study hours
  • •Study the rules for preventing collisions at sea.
  • •Analyze the application of COLREGs in various scenarios.
  • •Understand the legal consequences of violating collision regulations.
Week
10

Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA

6h

Unit 2 Ship in Distress and Assistance at Sea

6 study hours
  • •Examine the legal obligations of ships in distress.
  • •Study the procedures for providing assistance at sea.
  • •Understand the role of search and rescue operations.
Week
11

Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA

6h

Unit 3 Law of Genera Average and contribution

6 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of general average.
  • •Analyze the calculation of general average contributions.
  • •Study the legal aspects of general average claims.
Week
12

Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA

6h

Unit 4 Maritime warfare, prize law and prize courts

6 study hours
  • •Examine the legal framework for maritime warfare.
  • •Study the rules of engagement in naval conflicts.
  • •Understand the jurisdiction and procedures of prize courts.
Week
13

Module 4: INTERNATIONAL MARITIME INSTITUTIONS

24h

Unit 1 Types of International Maritime Institutions

6 study hours
  • •Explore the types and functions of international maritime institutions.
  • •Study the role of international maritime organizations in regulating shipping.
  • •Understand the organizational structures of key maritime bodies.

Unit 2 International Maritime Organizations

6 study hours
  • •Explore the role of International Maritime Organizations.
  • •Understand the organizational structures of key maritime bodies.

Unit 3 Admiralty Law and Procedure

6 study hours
  • •Study the Law of Asylum and Law of Refugees.
  • •Understand the legal regime of Refugees.

Unit 4 Law of Asylum and Law of Refugees

6 study hours
  • •Study the Law of Asylum and Law of Refugees.
  • •Understand the legal regime of Refugees.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key definitions and principles.

2

Practice applying COLREGs in simulated scenarios to improve decision-making skills.

3

Review case studies of maritime collisions and analyze liability issues.

4

Summarize the main provisions of international conventions on marine pollution.

5

Prepare a glossary of essential maritime law terms and concepts.

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