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भारतीय समुद्री विश्वविद्यालय
Indian Maritime University
Eligibility Criteria Program Overview (A Central University under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Govt. of India)
Established by an Act of the Parliament In 2008

A graduate degree from a recognized The Post Graduate Diploma in Maritime Law (PGDML) is
a specialized academic programme designed to equip
university with a minimum of 50% graduates, working professionals, policymakers, and
aggregate marks (5% relaxation for maritime personnel with a comprehensive understanding
SC/ST candidates) of the legal frameworks governing maritime activities.
Blending theoretical legal principles with case-based
CoC holders or seafarers with at practical insights, the programme enables learners to
least two years of sailing experience address complex challenges such as contractual
disputes, marine insurance, environmental protection,
may enrol in individual certificate carriage of goods, and maritime arbitration.
courses
Such candidates will be eligible for the award of Specialized Certificate Courses
PGDML upon successful completion of all four
certificate courses, provided they are graduates at
the time of enrolment of the first certificate course CERTIFICATE IN MARITIME LAW
of their choice.

Blended Learning CERTIFICATE IN SHIPPING AND

Approach ADMIRALTY LAW

CERTIFICATE IN MARINE INSURANCE LAW

Online Contact Sessions Post Graduate Diploma
CERTIFICATE IN MARITIME
40 hours total (10 hours per certificate),
delivered via live virtual classes by ARBITRATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
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academic experts and maritime law
professionals MARITIME LAW (PGDML)
Self-Paced Study Course Duration & Flexibility
Access to recorded lectures, readings,
assignments, and expert support Students may enroll maximum of two certificate School of Maritime Management
courses at a time
Real-World Application Indian Maritime University,
The entire PGDML must be completed within a Chennai Campus,
Case-based learning and scenario-driven
exercises focused on international maximum period of 03 years East Coast Road, Uthandi,
conventions (UNCLOS, SOLAS, MARPOL)
and national admiralty laws Successful completion of all four certificate courses leads Chennai - 600 119
to award of Post Graduate Diploma in Maritime Law
(PGDML)
Contact Details: * Each certificate course runs for a duration of 03 months
Important Dates:
Application Open : 15 September 2025
Dr. Yogamala H L pgdml@[Link]
Coordinator – PGDML For more details: Link need to be added Last date for Submission of Application : 10 October 2025
8420895718 Programme Commences : September 2025
Certificate in Maritime Law Certificate in Marine Certificate in Maritime
Total 10 Credits Insurance Law Total 10 Credits Arbitration & Dispute
Objectives: Objectives:
Resolution Total 10 Credits
1. To introduce the key provisions of international maritime [Link] provide knowledge on the general principles of Objectives:
conventions, treaties, and regulations (e.g., UNCLOS, marine insurance such as insurable interest, utmost good
SOLAS, MARPOL) faith, indemnity, subrogation, and proximate causes. [Link] understand key legal and institutional frameworks
2. To provide functional knowledge on the delimitations of [Link] explain the structure and types of marine insurance connected to maritime arbitration and dispute resolution
maritime zones. policies, including hull insurance, cargo insurance, and (e.g., LMAA Rules, UNCITRAL, ICA, BIMCO clauses).
3. To apply provisions of maritime law to the real case liability insurance, with reference to legal doctrines. [Link] explain the general principles and procedures involved
scenarios involving disputes connected to internal maritime [Link] interpret and apply marine insurance principles in in maritime arbitration, mediation, and conciliation within
boundaries, flag state control, and port state control. real world shipping and legal scenarios, such as cargo both domestic and international contexts.
4. To assess the effectiveness of maritime legal framework damage claims, hull insurance disputes and liability under [Link] apply arbitration rules and legal doctrines to disputes
in addressing emerging issues such as piracy pollution of P&I cover. involving cargo claims and contractual breaches
marine environment, and maritime boundary disputes. [Link] critically assess insurance claims, coverage disputes [Link] evaluate the effectiveness of maritime arbitration
and evaluate policy performance in light of maritime risk mechanisms in resolving disputes compared to litigation,
Module 1: (2 Credits) exposure and examine legal remedies and precedents in considering factors such as cost, time, confidentiality, and
Fundamentals of International Maritime Law dispute resolution. enforceability.
Module 2: (2 Credits) [Link] the students to design appropriate insurance and [Link] empower students to draft arbitration clause or
The United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea risk mitigation strategies for maritime stakeholders and to arbitration agreement to facilitate robust dispute resolution
(UNCLOS) and Jurisdictional Frameworks express legal opinions on compliance and regulatory mechanism for the maritime conflicts
Module 3: (2 Credits) matters connected to marine insurance. [Link] equip students to arbitrate the maritime disputes
Maritime Security and Safety Regulations seamlessly.
Module 4: (2 Credits) Module 1: (2 Credits)
Laws on the Marine Environment and Equitable sharing of Principles of Marine Insurance Law Module 1: (2 Credits)
Marine Resources Module 2: (2 Credits) Maritime Disputes and Resolution Mechanisms
Module 5: (2 Credits) Hull and Machinery Insurance Module 2: (2 Credits)
Special Regimes in Maritime Law: Culture, Heritage and Module 3: (2 Credits) Maritime Arbitration – Institutions, Rules and Legal
Human Dimensions Cargo Insurance and Freight Liability Frameworks
Module 4: (2 Credits) Module 3: (2 Credits)
Protection & Indemnity (P&I) Clubs Arbitration Procedure and Enforcement of Maritime Awards
Module 5: (2 Credits) Module 4: (2 Credits)
Certificate in Shipping and Claims Handling, General Average and Subrogation Maritime Mediation and ADR Techniques
Module 5: (2 Credits)
Admiralty Law Total 10 Credits
Emerging Trends and Jurisdictional Challenges in Maritime
Disputes Resolution

Objectives: Fee Structure

1. To provide functional understanding of the Module 1: (2 Credits) For Indian For Foreign
key terminologies and legal instruments Legal Aspects of Commercial Shipping Category of Fee Applicability
Nationals (INR) Nationals / NRI (INR)
relevant in commercial aspects of shipping. Module 2: (2 Credits)
2. To describe the legal principles governing Admiralty Jurisdiction and Ship Arrest
ship building, sale, registration, and Module 3: (2 Credits) Admission Registration Total for all the four courses or
Entire PGDML Programme – to 10,000 15,000
ownership, carriage of goods by sea and Carriage of Goods by Sea – Contracts Fee (Non-Refundable)
maritime claims under national and and Conventions be paid at the time of Admission
international legal framework. Module 4: (2 Credits)
3. To demonstrate the application of legal Port State and Flag State Jurisdiction Programme Fee (Non- For Each of the 4 Certificate 10,000 for each of
provisions and procedures in arresting or and Regulatory Compliance Courses – At the time of 7,500
Refundable) the 4 Courses
detaining the ship as a result of legal Module 5: (2 Credits) Registration for each course
process-initiated claimant with a valid Maritime Crimes
maritime claim Tuition Fee (Non- For Each of the 4 Certificate
4. To critically analyze international Courses – At the time of 10,000 15,000
Refundable)
cooperation mechanisms, legal instruments Registration of each course
and case law for their effectiveness in
addressing transnational maritime crimes.
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