Is it time to take your maritime career to the next level? This two year distance learning programme is ideally suited to maritime professionals who are hoping to move into shore-based management positions. You’ll learn specialist skills in ship safety management and shipping operations, solving complex problems during challenging workplace assignments.
This postgraduate programme is delivered online using Solent University’s virtual learning environment, a web based platform that is accessible from anywhere in the world.
Students learn as part of an online community of tutors, fellow students and student support services – just as they would if they went to the University itself. Each student has their own dedicated academic tutor and study partner, and studying online is made interesting, interactive, and engaging by forums, wikis, reflective journals and video presentations. Shipping industry experts are involved in the mentoring of work-based projects, further enhancing the value of student learning.
The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) accredits this course, enabling students to register for Chartered Marine Technologist status after graduation.
The course is delivered online, allowing students to continue their work in the industry.
What does this course lead to?
As a graduate of this course, you’ll possess a diverse range of skills. This can open up a range of opportunities in shipping management, port operations and even teaching. This MSc is directly aimed at professionals working in maritime roles. It provides professional development for a variety of management careers in the sector.
Who is this course for?
This master’s degree is aimed at maritime professionals who wish to move into shore-based management roles.
The distance learning delivery of the course also makes it ideal for currently serving seafarers to study wherever they are in the world and whenever they are able to.
YOUR FUTURE
Recent graduates have pursued careers in a raft of different roles, including:
Marine superintendent
Designated person ashore
Fleet manager
Port operations manager
Crewing manager
Ship manager
Maritime administration manager
Competence assurance manager
Maritime lecturer
Shore-based ship operations manager
Marine surveyor.
INDUSTRY LINKS
Our teaching staff keep up-to-date with the latest industry practices and developments through their research and representation at the IMO (International Maritime Organization) and other shipping bodies.
Industry experts also contribute to the programme and mentor students on work-based projects, helping to develop professional skills relevant to their work.