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MSc Maritime Studies (Learning at Work)

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    MSc Part-time flexible

Course Description

Do you want to boost your career prospects by studying for an maritime studies Master’s degree alongside your current job?

On this MSc Maritime Studies Learning at Work Master’s course, you’ll gain skills, knowledge and confidence that’ll help you become a greater asset to your ship – whether you’re aiming to move from navigating officer to a managerial role, looking to pursue a role in international maritime policy or maritime security and defence, or thinking about transitioning from the Royal Navy to the private sector.

Because the course is work-based, you need to already be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role. If you don’t have an undergraduate degree, you could still do this postgraduate course if you have several years experience in a responsible position or you have high-level skills through experience that isn’t reflected in your qualifications.

Entry Requirements

Qualifications or experience

  • A degree or equivalent. Other qualifications such as HNDs and Foundation degrees, supported by several years of relevant post-qualification experience in responsible posts, may also be acceptable.
  • Applicants are usually working at a professional level.
  • If you do not hold a level 6 qualification you may be required to present evidence of your ability to study at level 6.
  • Applicants may be asked to attend an online interview.

English language requirements

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

When you finish the course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to advance your career with your current employer and boost your long-term career prospects.

Previous students have gone on to work in areas such as:

  • international shipping
  • the Merchant Navy
  • marine equipment manufacturing and supply
  • maritime security
  • surveying
  • port and harbour management
  • commercial ship management

After you finish your course, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Module Details

At the start of the course, you’ll put together a Learning Contract with the University and your employer that outlines what you’ll study.

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