Ship Chartering unit (JNB365)

Launceston, Online

Introduction

This unit involves comprehending, analysing and evaluating the processes and practices which bring shipowners and cargo owners together in a contractual relationship for carrying cargo. This business is usually facilitated by intermediaries called brokers. The aim of this unit is to provide you with a comprehensive sketch of the concepts, principles and practice which underpin the commercial employment of ships under charter arrangements.

Summary

Unit name	Ship Chartering
Unit code	JNB365
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	Maritime and Logistics Management
Coordinator	Doctor Peter Fanam
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Launceston	Semester 1
Online	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	23/02/2026	17/03/2026	20/04/2026	14/06/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain the performance of the shipping market using shipping reports
• Compare and contrast charterers and shipowners' responsibilities to identify common disputes that may arise between shipowners and charterers under a charter party contract
• Analyse the role of intermediaries in the commercial employment of ships under chartering arrangements
• Calculate financial returns from prospective alternative voyages to support decision-making within a shipping company

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
089901	$2,174.00	$1,703.00	not applicable	$3,284.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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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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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On Campus:  1 x 120 minutes lecture weekly, 1 x 60 minute tutorial weekly Distance:  lecture and tutorial recordings and synchronize link
Assessment	Engagement Activity|Essay (20%)|Examination (40%)|Report / Presentation (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

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

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