Course summary
The course is designed for people who wish to make a career in the marine and offshore industries and who have either developed some experience in industry, maritime or otherwise, or have a sound academic basis or skills upon which to build. During the course, in addition to gaining an understanding of the underlying principles upon which the industry is based, students will also gain confidence in the interpersonal and international cultural skills which are essential to senior roles in the maritime industries. Objectives The Maritime Operations and Management course is designed for existing professionals serving in the industry as well as those looking for a career within the maritime, offshore and sea transport industries. For those already within the industry applicants are likely to have a responsible sea-going or middle-management position. Alternatively, new entrants to the industry are likely to have attained a first degree in a related technical or management subject. This modular course is focused towards giving students the necessary knowledge and skills to help them achieve high levels in their careers in the maritime and offshore industries. Indeed, many former students on this course have now reached board level appointments in their various companies. This course is accredited by The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology, the international professional body and learned society. This course is also accredited by Chartered Institute of Shipbrokers.
Modules
Full-time students attend seven Core and two Elective taught Modules over two Terms, and then complete their Dissertation over three months in the summer, within the 12-month period of the degree. The course on a part-time basis normally takes just over two years (but can extend up to five years). In two years, students are expected to complete the seven Core and two Elective taught Modules, plus a Dissertation. Core Modules:
- Professional Studies (15 credits)
- Maritime Technology (15 credits)
- Maritime Operations and Insurance (15 credits)
- Maritime Law (15 credits)
- Maritime Economics and Accounting (15 credits)
- Maritime Management (15 credits)
- Environmental Issues (15 credits)
- Ports, Strategy and Development (15 credits)
- Security Studies (15 credits)
- Marketing of Maritime Services (15 credits)
- Ship Design (15 credits)
- Offshore Engineering and Operations (15 credits)
- Risk Management (15 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment for the core modules (apart from the Professional Studies module) is a combination of examination and coursework. You will find that across the modules a variety of activities make up the course work component including: group and individual presentations, essays, reports, research proposal and dissertation. This is to ensure a variety of approaches to assessing knowledge and skills. Formative assessment will be used in modules for class activities. This means you get feedback from the lecturer and your peers to improve your work before it is finally assessed. Each subject you study will have coursework comprising essays where you’ll be expected to give examples of critical analysis. You will take exams twice a year and to gain a pass you must achieve 50% in each of the coursework and exam elements.
Entry requirements
For those already working in the industry, we require a first degree, recognised professional qualification or the equivalent Certificate of Competence as Master or Chief Engineer: Class 1 Master Mariner or Class 1 Engineer and experience in one of these roles. For those coming straight from an undergraduate course, we require a lower second-class honours degree (or higher) in a relevant subject from a recognised institution. Other suitable qualifications If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to follow a Graduate Diploma pathway to the programme through one of our partners.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £21800 | Whole course |
| International | £21800 | Whole course |
| England | £14920 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £14920 | Whole course |
| Wales | £14920 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £14920 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
City, University of London
Northampton Square
City of London
EC1V 0HB