Courses & Units

Maritime Economics JNB260

Introduction

The objective of this unit is to provide a general understanding of the organisation and operation of the maritime industry from an economics perspective. The main focus is on the economic behaviour of shipowners, shippers, and other stakeholders in the markets for liquid bulk, dry bulk and container shipping, shipbuilding and second-hand ships.

Summary

Unit name Maritime Economics
Unit code JNB260
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Sciences and Engineering
Australian Maritime College
Discipline Maritime and Logistics Management
Coordinator Doctor Wenming Shi
Teaching staff Doctor Wenming Shi
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Launceston Semester 1 On-Campus Off-Campus International International Domestic Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 21/2/2022 22/3/2022 11/4/2022 29/5/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • discuss the organisation and operation of the maritime industry from the economic perspective.
  • explain the demand and supply of shipping services and their determinants.
  • explain the operation and market structure of the bulk, general, and specialised shipping markets.
  • analyse the key issues in maritime policies and regulations.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
091901 $1,828.00 $1,432.00 not applicable $2,354.00

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus:  1 x 180 minute lecture weekly, 1 x 60 minute tutorial weekly

Off Campus:  Students are expected to spend an average of around 10-12 hours per week on dedicated study for this unit.

AssessmentEngagement Quiz|Online Quiz (10%)|Essay (20%)|Assignment: Case study (30%)|Examination (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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