Maritime Law LLM

Our LLM in Maritime Law is a versatile Masters’ programme designed to deepen your understanding of maritime, shipping, and marine insurance law through rigorous scholarship, practical insights, and industry expertise. Suitable for those seeking to develop their academic understanding of Maritime Law and also for those looking for knowledge and insights that will support their career development. Benefits of this courseYour learning will have an active emphasis on how the law operates in relation to specific maritime issues.Our comprehensive range of modules covers a diverse range of areas such as shipping contracts, insurance, admiralty practice, international trade law , and commercial arbitration.You can also explore the International Law of the Sea. You will be able to design your own learning by selecting modules to suit your interests and professional goals.You will learn directly from academics and practitioners with years of extensive experience in the field. We give you expert guidance and academic support throughout the degree, enabling you to clearly focus on your career ambitions.This course is internationally renowned and your knowledge and skills will be valued in legal practice, government and industry.This course is designed to maximise flexibility. You can study full-time or part-time and there are course start dates in September and January.The course is delivered using a hybrid model of delivery enabling students to either attend in person on campus or online via Teams, with all students being able to interact and participate in the class regardless of their mode of attendance.Classes are recorded and supported by extensive online materials so it is also possible to follow the course asynchronously.

Normally an upper second class honours undergraduate degree in Law (or international equivalent).  Students with a degree classification lower than a 2:1 will only be admitted if their application discloses clear evidence of academic ability to work at a 2:1 level and/or significant and relevant professional experience.  Applicants with a first degree in a subject other than law will also be considered.