LAWS6900 - Comparative Admiralty & Maritime Law

Objectives

Acquire a thorough foundation of comparative knowledge of Admiralty practice in the major trading jurisdictions.
This unit compliments LAWS 6849 Commercial Maritime Law. Though Commercial Maritime Law is not a pre-requisite, the two units (which will be taught in alternative years) together provide
a comprehensive foundation in commercial maritime law and practice.

Content

Admiralty practice in the major trading jurisdictions; marine insurance in all its forms and dispute resolution and conflict of laws in relation to maritime disputes.

Assumed Knowledge

Undergraduate law degree is preferable but knowledge gained from work in shipping or related fields will be sufficient.

Session

Semester 2 2010
Tuesday evenings, 6-8pm

The timetable is subject to frequent changes. Please refer to the latest version of the Postgraduate Timetable.

Assessment

1 x 2 ½ Hour Exam (60%)
1 x 3,000 Word Essay (40%)

Courses this unit is available in

Sydney Law School