Maritime law

• Judicial construction and structure.
• The character of maritime Law.
• Laws, international conventions and standard contracts in relation to: ship, nationality, and registry, shipbuilding, ship repairing, sale and purchase of ships
• Maritime liens and retention
• Shipping and responsibilities
• Shipowners limited liability
• Liability for oil spill and other environmental responsibilities
• Liability for collision
• Crew's legal position
• Chartering - an overview
• Transport liability: Damage /loss of cargo, delays etc.
• Transportation of passengers and baggage
• Salvage
• General accident

Demonstrate good knowledge of the judicial structure and characteristics. Demonstrate insight and understanding of laws and rules relating to international shipping. Use the laws, conventions and standard contracts that regulate the registration of ships, operation and responsibilities on commercial shipping. Using scientific methods and practices for the development of written reports Independently update his/her knowledge on the subject area, both through literature searches, consult with experts and through audit of own practice. Describe in detail how the judiciary and the courts work in Norway. Explain in detail the character of maritime law, conventions and standard contracts. Evaluate and suggest how responsibility should be allocated with reference to acts of accidents and other incidents where the ship is held responsible. Consider and propose solutions to current conflicts that may arise during the salvage and cargo damage with reference to relevant laws demonstrate mastering the discipline courses through written reports and oral presentations. Ability to assess the environmental, ethical and economic implications of sea transport in both a local and global perspective and realize this knowledge through his/her future career. Ability to actively contribute to discussions and be able to share his/her knowledge and experiences with others and contribute to the development of good practice on the subject Ability to communicate scientific information both orally and in writing

Lectures and group exercises