for Maltese citizens only
Applications are invited from Maltese citizens for the 27th course at the IMO International Maritime Law Institute, Malta to be held from mid-October 2016 to May 2017 .
The course is at postgraduate level leading to a Master of Laws (LL.M) and places particular emphasis on the international regulatory law relating to maritime safety and port protection of the marine environment. It also covers the commercial law aspects of shipping. A unique feature of the course is the provision of comprehensive training in the development and drafting of maritime legislation.
Persons already in possession of a university degree in law with a high standard may apply.
Application forms as indicated below should be submitted to the Scholarships Section at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Valletta from 08:00 to 12:00 noon and 14:00 to 16:00.
(a) MFA Application Form
(b) a Curriculum Vitae
(c) a copy of the degree(s) obtained
(d) a University transcript detailing results and grades obtained
(e) IMLI Application Form.
Alternatively applicants can also apply through the Ministry for Foreign Affairs Scholarship portal www.scholarships.gov.mt. Kindly note that this portal requires e-ID certification. E-ID registration details may be obtained from www.mygov.mt. Those applying through this portal are to make sure that (c), (d) and (e) above have to be handed in as a hard copy at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Applications from Government and Parastatal employees and from the Private Sector will not be considered unless recommended by their Head of Department/Parastatal Organisation/employer respectively.
Closing date for these scholarships is by not later than noon of Friday 18 March 2016.
Successful candidates may be required to enter into a contract to serve the Government or the Private Sector of Malta upon completion.
Late applications will not be considered.
The Board’s decision will be final.