The Law of the Sea and Maritime Law form a significant part of International Law, distinguished by their unique character in terms of policy and practice. Where the Law of the Sea governs the oceans, Maritime Law regulates the affairs of those who navigate and work upon them.
This Advanced Certificate Course has been designed by experts in recognition of the growing importance of Ocean Governance and Maritime Affairs. It is structured to serve participants from both legal and non-legal backgrounds, including those directly or indirectly engaged in the maritime profession. The curriculum is intended to equip learners with foundational knowledge of the Law of the Sea and Maritime Law, with a particular emphasis on maritime regulatory mechanisms.
Programme Outline
Course Modules
About the Course Resource Person
Programme Outline
A six-month, part-time, online-mode, four-quadrant, four-credit certificate programme, combining recorded tutorials, curated reading material, regular assessments and live discussion.
Course Modules
The curriculum spans six thematic modules covering the most significant aspects of Maritime Law: Policies and Practices.
01
Legal Frameworks of Maritime Policies and Practices
02
Maritime Business and Marine Insurance
03
Safety and Security at Sea, and Maritime Law
04
Marine Environment, Legal Control and Maritime Liabilities
05
Maritime Labour Laws and Protection of Rights of Labour
06
Maritime Dispute Settlements
About the Course Resource Person
Internal Resource Person & Core Faculty: Dr. C. L. Yadav, Assistant Professor, Institute of Law Nirma University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. (Ph.D. and LL.M. in Maritime Law)
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