University of Essex

LLM Maritime Law

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The LLM in Maritime Law at the University of Essex is a postgraduate degree for students who want to specialise in shipping, trade, and the laws that govern maritime business. It is designed for graduates aiming for careers in maritime law, shipping, trade regulation, or international business law.

The programme offers a strong research environment with experienced teachers in commercial and trade law. Students have access to legal databases, case reports, journals, and trade documents to support their learning.

In this programme, teaching is through lectures, seminars, independent reading, and guidance from supervisors for the dissertation. Students are assessed through essays, coursework, and their dissertations. The degree is for graduates who want careers in maritime law, shipping, trade regulation, or international business law.

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 University of Essex LLM Maritime Law can progress into roles related to shipping, trade, commercial law and global commerce. Possible career paths include:

  • Maritime Lawyer
  • Shipping Company Legal Adviser
  • Marine Insurance Claims Specialist
  • Commercial Contracts Officer
  • International Trade Compliance Professional

Cost of study

Tuition fees for international students for the LLM Maritime Law at the University of Essex are £23,875 per year (varies by academic intake year).

Admission

Applications for the LLM Maritime Law from the University of Essex are submitted through the university’s online postgraduate application portal. For extra support and guidance during your application, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.

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