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Graduate Certificate in Law of the Sea

University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia

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About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Law of the Sea at the University of Wollongong covers the international law governing the rights and duties of stakeholders in maritime environments, including the rights and obligations of coastal states, navigational rights and responsibilities, conservation and use of marine resources, and maritime security. It is designed to meet the early and mid-career education requirements of legally qualified professionals working in a maritime policy or operational context. Graduates work in maritime law, ocean governance, policy and enforcement roles.

Fees & duration

Duration0.5 yr
Tuition (international)A$35,300
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

Elective (12cp)

15 units
  • SEA911Research Project in Maritime Studies
  • SEA904Maritime Regulation and Enforcement
  • SEA917Integrated Monitoring, Control and Surveillance
  • SEA912Minor Thesis in Maritime Studies
  • SEA922Law of Naval Warfare
  • SEA923Maritime Law
  • SEA909International Marine Environmental Law
  • SEA914International Fisheries Law
  • SEA910Selected Topic in Maritime Studies
  • SEA907Maritime Security Law and Policy
  • SEA925Australian Fisheries Law and Policy
  • SEA921Governance of Coastal Fisheries
  • SEA905Legal Regulation of Shipping
  • SEA901Foundations of Ocean Law and Policy
  • SEA902Law of the Sea

Admissions

A recognised Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree, or an equivalent qualification.

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