Program Overview

Introduction to the Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law

The Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law (IISTL) is a renowned institution dedicated to the study and research of international shipping and trade law. Located within the Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law at Swansea University, the IISTL offers a range of academic programs and research opportunities for students and professionals interested in this field.

Employability Initiatives and Results

The IISTL is committed to providing its students with a range of employability initiatives and results. These include:

• IISTL Internships: The IISTL offers internships to its students, providing them with valuable work experience and exposure to the industry.
• IISTL Placements in Europe: The IISTL has established partnerships with various organizations in Europe, offering its students placement opportunities in the region.
• IISTL Placements in Asia: The IISTL also has partnerships with organizations in Asia, providing its students with placement opportunities in the region.
• IISTL Placements in Africa: The IISTL offers placement opportunities in Africa, allowing its students to gain experience in the region.
• IISTL Placements in South America: The IISTL also offers placement opportunities in South America, providing its students with a global perspective.
• IISTL Placements in the UK: The IISTL has partnerships with organizations in the UK, offering its students placement opportunities in the country.

Student Testimonials

Students who have participated in the IISTL's employability initiatives have reported positive experiences. For example, Kim Ross, a former student, worked for a major shipping company in Seoul before pursuing a higher academic career at Swansea University. He made use of his previous work experience and took advantage of the employability initiatives offered by the university, obtaining internships at Steamship P&I. He found the modules he took, such as Carriage of Goods by Sea, Land and Air, Marine Insurance, Admiralty and Charterparties, to be absolutely beneficial during his time at Steamship P&I.

Research Areas

The IISTL is involved in various research areas, including:

• Cyber Resilience Insurance Project (Wales)
• Intellectual Property (IP) Wales
• Dr. Nikaki Shipping & Trade Library

About the IISTL

The IISTL is a leading institution in the field of international shipping and trade law. With its strong research focus and employability initiatives, it provides its students with a comprehensive education and valuable work experience. The IISTL is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field and to providing its students with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in their careers.