This specialisation enables students to obtain specialised knowledge in legal matters relating to commercial shipping, marine insurance, shipping regulation and ocean policy. These are areas of great importance to Singapore (given its status as a global port) as well as the region.
Law
Dean's Office
lawGRADadm@nus.edu.sg
Faculty of Law National University of Singapore 469G Bukit Timah Road Singapore 259776The National University of Singapore Faculty of Law (NUS Law) is widely regarded as Asia’s leading law school. Staffed by an outstanding permanent faculty diverse in origin and qualifications, NUS Law is dedicated to building a vibrant community and creating an environment that facilitates critical thinking and reflection on the fundamental legal issues confronting our interconnected world. Located in Singapore, which for more than a century has been a commercial hub at the crossroads of Asia, NUS Law is very much Asia’s Global Law School.
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Part Time | 2 Years | 2 Years |
Local and overseas students who are interested in legal matters relating to commercial shipping, marine insurance, shipping regulation and ocean policy.
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | A good bachelor's degree in law | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Internet-based | 100 / 120 | |
| IELTS | 7 / 9 | ||
- English language requirement (for all foreign applicants, except those from English-medium institutions in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States)
- Candidates who have obtained a TOEFL iBT Total score of 92-99 or minimum IELTS (Academic) overall band score of 7.0 may also
apply. However, they may be invited to attend an interview or be required to undertake a prescribed English language course. - Full application guide
- Supporting documents checklist
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Application Opens: September 1 2025 Application Closes: October 15 2025 | Mid February |