JIL820 INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW 11
- Law
- 800 level
- 3 credit units
- 176 pages
- 15 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of JIL820, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
JIL820 · Unit 1 Registration, Nationality of ships and flag of convenience
The Application for Registration allows an owner to specify a preferred name for a ship and any alternatives, should the preferred name be unavailable. It is also possible to check on name availability before submitting the application and to reserve preferred names. This can be done by visiting the Nigerian Ship Registration Office.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the legal regime of ships and their registration.
- Analyze the causes and consequences of maritime collisions.
- Evaluate the international regulations for preventing marine pollution.
- Apply the principles of maritime insurance and claims.
- Assess the role of international maritime institutions.
- Understand the legal framework for maritime activities.
What it prepares you for
- Maritime Lawyer
- Legal Analyst
- Maritime Insurer
- Shipping Manager
- International Trade Specialist
- Shipping
- Insurance
- International Trade
- Law Enforcement
- Environmental Protection
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS
Unit 2: Stateless ships and pirate Ships
Complex legal definitions and jurisdictional issues require careful analysis of international conventions and treaties.
- Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA
Unit 1 Rules for prevention collision at sea
Understanding the nuances of right-of-way rules and collision avoidance strategies requires strong analytical and decision-making skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 96 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS
Unit 1: Ships Registration, Nationality and flag of convenience · 6 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 2Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS
Unit 2: Stateless ships and pirate Ships · 6 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 3Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS
Unit 3: Maritime collision, Wrecks and salvages · 6 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 4Module 1: THE LEGAL REGIME OF SHIPS
Unit 4: Warships, Government own Merchants ships, Noncommercial ships · 6 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 5Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO
Unit 1: Crew, Passengers and Marine Cargoes · 6 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 6Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO
Unit 2 Manning, Conditions of Labour and Consular Jurisdiction over Seamen aboad · 6 hours
Examine the conditions of labour for seafarers.. Study consular jurisdiction over seamen abroad.. Analyze international labour standards for the maritime industry..
- Week 7Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO
Unit 3 Marine Pollution Oil and chemical · 6 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 8Module 2: THE REGIME OF CREW, PASSENGERS AND CARGO
Unit 4 Maritime Insurance and Marine policy · 6 hours
Understand the principles of maritime insurance.. Examine different types of marine insurance policies.. Analyze the legal aspects of marine insurance claims..
- Week 9Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA
Unit 1 Rules for prevention collision at sea · 6 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 10Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA
Unit 2 Ship in Distress and Assistance at Sea · 6 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 11Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA
Unit 3 Law of Genera Average and contribution · 6 hours
Understand the principles of general average.. Analyze the calculation of general average contributions.. Study the legal aspects of general average claims..
- Week 12Module 3: RULES OF SECURING SAFETY AT SEA
Unit 4 Maritime warfare, prize law and prize courts · 6 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 13Module 4: INTERNATIONAL MARITIME INSTITUTIONS
Unit 1 Types of International Maritime Institutions · 6 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 hours
Explore the role of International Maritime Organizations.. Understand the organizational structures of key maritime bodies..
Unit 3 Admiralty Law and Procedure · 6 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 hours
Study the Law of Asylum and Law of Refugees.. Understand the legal regime of Refugees..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key definitions and principles.
- Practice applying COLREGs in simulated scenarios to improve decision-making skills.
- Review case studies of maritime collisions and analyze liability issues.
- Summarize the main provisions of international conventions on marine pollution.
- Prepare a glossary of essential maritime law terms and concepts.
Questions students ask about this course
What is JIL820 about?
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.
How many units does JIL820 have?
JIL820, JIL820 INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW 11, has 15 units across 4 modules, over 176 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is JIL820?
JIL820 carries 3 credit units, at 800 level in Law.
Is JIL820 hard?
JIL820 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does JIL820 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is JIL820 assessed?
JIL820 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with JIL820?
Maritime Lawyer, Legal Analyst, Maritime Insurer, Shipping Manager and International Trade Specialist.