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  4. LLM Admiralty in Regulation of Shipping

LLM Admiralty in Regulation of Shipping

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Tulane University

Program Overview

This survey course addresses the regulation of domestic shipping and foreign shipping calling at United States ports. Primary emphasis is on the various governmental agencies that regulate shipping and maritime commerce, with secondary emphasis on the role of international treaties and conventions. Specifically examined are the activities of agencies such as the Coast Guard, Army Corps of Engineers, National Transportation Safety Board and various state agencies. Areas addressed include federalism, maritime rule-making, vessel inspections, pollution regulation, navigation rules, marine casualty investigations, merchant mariner licensing, mariner license suspension and revocation and pilotage. This course is taught by Brian K. McNamara, a commander and judge advocate with the U.S. Coast Guard. JD students must have taken Admiralty I and II. (2 credits).

Program Key Stats

$54658 (Annual cost)



26 %

Eligibility Criteria


90
152
154
648
6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Online Application Form, Resume, Essay, Letter of Recommendation, Undergraduate Transcript/s from Accredited University, Affidavit of Support and financial documentation certifying funds, Test scores: GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL

Career Options

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