Diploma In Maritime Law
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Why This Course?
Maritime law, which is often referred to as admiralty law, is a fundamental branch of law that regulates commerce and navigation on the seas or other navigable waters. It covers a broad spectrum of matters such as the development of legislation, both nationally and internationally; customs and excise regulations; the fishing industry; human rights and employment issues usually relating to the crew; insurance claims; property damage; the implications of stowaways on vessels; pollution; personal injuries; wreck and salvage; piracy; and container and passenger liner matters, etc. – Source: (“What is Maritime Law and what is its function..??”, Kavisha Baboolal).
Developed in-sync with the needs of the maritime industry for competent maritime law practitioners, the programme is targeted to supply professionals not only for the local maritime clusters, but also for the global maritime supply chain industry. The programme is designed for those with and without previous law knowledge or experience, who wish to embark on careers in maritime law and legislation.
Campus Intake Open
We practice 3 intakes per Academic Calendar year. The main registration is planned on January, May and September. Therefore, prospective students may apply earlier by following the appropriate form below
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May
October
Gratitude and Commitment
Diploma In Maritime Law
- (R/0421/4/0003) (12/26) (MQA/FA 5020)
Duration
2.5 year (7 semesters)
Career Opportunities
Legal and shipping industry; Maritime transportation industry; Business and management; Marine insurance industry; Ship-owning companies; Public sector; International organisations.
Assessment
The programme is assessed through assignments, presentations, quiz, test (coursework), practical, projects, field exercises, other forms of classroom participation and written examination.
Key career skills
Business inclination, good communication skill, good report writing ability, problem solving, presentation, project management, teamwork, decision making and willingness to learn.
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Entry Requirement
- Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with pass in English at SPM level and THREE CREDITS in the following subjects:
– Mathematics AND ONE Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and any other ONE subjects; OR - Possess Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3/Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) in the relevant field; OR
- A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in the relevant field with at least CGPA of 2.00; OR
- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject; OR
- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul; OR
- Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government; AND
- Additional requirement: A pass in English AND credit in Mathematics and ONE Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/ General Science) at SPM level or equivalent qualifications.
- English requirement for international students: Achieve a minimum Band 3 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) (High B1).
Industry Focus
This programme is designed to provide knowledge and understanding of Maritime Law which is significant for the effectiveness of maritime transportation operations. This Diploma programme emphasizes on the importance of law and regulation compliance in the end-to-end process of maritime transportation. It also explores the efficiency of the process that affects the successful delivery of cargo to its destination from the legal standpoint.
Subjects by Year
Year 1
- Business Information System
- Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa
- Integriti dan Antirasuah/ Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Introduction To English for Law and Maritime
- Constitutional Law
- Malaysian Law of Contract
- Malaysian Legal System
- Commercial Law
- Introduction To Law of Tort
- Study Skills
- Custom And Forwarding
- Family Law
- Introduction To Criminal Law
- Maritime Law 1
- Speech And Communication
Year 2
- Community Service
- Introduction To Business and Management
- Introduction To Land Law
- Law Of Equity and Trust
- Maritime And Port Operations
- Maritime Law 2
- Law Of Port and Harbour
- International Shipping Business
- The Business of Port
- International Shipbroking and Chartering Tactics
- Business Ethics
- Introduction To Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Legal Research
- Introduction To Law of Marine Ins
Year 3
- Industrial Training
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