University of Essex

LLM International Trade and Maritime Law

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The University of Essex LLM International Trade and Maritime Law teaches students about commerce and maritime activities. The course covers topics such as international sales contracts, the carriage of goods, marine insurance, and environmental protection laws, equipping students with the legal knowledge needed in these fields.

In this programme, students learn about the processes of selling goods, insuring items, and resolving disputes in international trade. The degree is ideal for law graduates and professionals in the trading industry who aspire to become experts in this field. Individuals who work in legal roles, as well as those in shipping, insurance, and brokerage, will also find the course beneficial.

By the end of the course, students possess analytical skills to handle international, commercial, and maritime challenges. Learning is through lectures, workshops, small-group interactive seminars, assignments, and group projects. Assessments include tests, examinations, and a dissertation.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other components.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLM in International Trade and Maritime Law from the University of Essex can work in roles including:

 

  • International Trade Lawyer

  • International Maritime Lawyer

  • Policy or Advocacy Officer

  • International Trade and Maritime Practitioner

  • Researcher

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students offering the LLM International Trade and Maritime Law at the University of Essex is £23,875.

Admission

International students should apply through the university's website. Contact AHZ counsellors for help with your application now.

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