| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This specialist maritime degree, designed by industry experts, prepares students for a wide range of roles in the maritime industry. Delivered in state-of-the-art simulation suites, the program includes elements of ship stability, navigation, and business practices. Graduates benefit from an extensive alumni network and the school's reputation for excellence in maritime education.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This specialist degree is designed and taught by industry experts and tailored to the requirements of the maritime industry. Elements of the course are delivered in our ultra-modern simulation suites. You will have access to an extensive maritime alumni network. Warsash Maritime School graduates can be found throughout the maritime industry worldwide, in every role from shore-side management to senior positions at sea. Study in the heart of Southampton – a major hub in the UK and European maritime and shipping industry.
Outline:
Year One
- Advanced Ship Stability and Construction
- Bridge and Engineering Systems
- Cargo and Port Operations
- Command Passage Planning
- Law and Management for Mates and Masters
Year Two
- Applied Ship Stability and Naval Architecture
- Dissertation
- Marine Surveying and Insurance
- Maritime Business and Commercial Practices
- Navigation Management
Assessment:
You may be assessed by a combination of:
- Written exams
- Individual presentations
- Group presentations
- Assignments
- Dissertation
Teaching:
You will learn by:
- Collaborative learning
- Directed learning
- Guided learning
Careers:
A full honours degree can help advance your career in the maritime industry, with roles ranging from management, operations, finance, legal or insurance in shore-based ship management offices, to being the preferred choice for offshore roles based on your sea-going experience.
Other:
- The course also incorporates the underpinning knowledge for the Chief Mate Certificate of Competency (STCW (II/2).
- This course is part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT), a partnership of colleges, universities and industry-leading employers to create new career opportunities in the technology sector.
UK, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fees: £12,000 per year International full-time fees: £12,500 per year
