MSc International Maritime Studies - Ship and Shipping Management (Part Time)
Entry level
For all IMS courses, the normal academic entry requirement is a minimum of a lower second (2.2) Honours degree (or equivalent) in any one of the following:
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Maritime-related Studies;
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Environmental Science;
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Engineering;
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Management;
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Transport;
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Economics;
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Geography;
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Business;
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Law.
Please note that this list is not exclusive.
Alternatively, a Higher National Diploma (Merit or Distinction award) or ordinary degree in a maritime-related subject combined with an appropriate track record of achievement in a professional context such as at a senior managerial level may be sufficient.
In the case of professional mariners, the entry requirements are as follows:
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Deck Officer: Master's (Unlimited) Certificate + at least two years' experience as Chief Officer.
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Ship Engineer: Chief Engineer (Class 1) Certificate + at least two years' as Chief Engineer.
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For professional and mature applicants, proof of prior learning and relevant work experience is necessary.
Career opportunities
The course aims to produce graduates who are both technically competent and capable of management at project level and above.
It is expected that those who have completed the course may look towards roles such as:
• project managers within relevant maritime organisations and business
• research and development professionals
• managers involved in the development of policies
• managers involved in the implementation of policies.
Course overview
By choosing MSc International Maritime Studies - Shipping and Shipping Management at Southampton Solent University, you'll not only benefit from professional accreditation by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, you'll be taught by experienced staff in a perfect location.
Close to the thriving Port of Southampton and its successful business community, Southampton Solent University is a key location in the UK and European shipping industry. You'll take advantage of industry-standard facilities in the City Centre and, only a few miles away at the entrance of the River Hamble, Warsash Maritime Centre.
The MSc in Ship and Shipping Management addresses the complex factors which are involved in the overall management of a shipping operation. You'll reflect the latest thinking in the areas of safety management techniques, and explore the impact international leglislation has upon management strategies within the industry.
This vocational degree leads to enhanced opportunities for management careers within international shipping. You'll be in the hands of staff with international reputations in the shipping and management sectors, as well as have access to first rate facilities.
You'll also gain exemption from the professional requirements of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, which will boost your marketability further when securing your position within the global shipping industry.
For more detailed course information, see the IMS programme overview|.
Professional accreditation
This course is validated by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and is supported by an Industry Liaison Panel drawn from businesses in Southampton and London.
Course content
The main areas of study are:
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International Maritime Law
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Management of Shipping Operations
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Maritime Business and IT Strategy
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Safety and Enforcement
Assessment
Each taught unit is assessed by a combination of presentations, written coursework and / or an examination. The exact combination of assessments, and their timing, depends on the subject nature of each unit.
Special features
This course draws upon the resources of the Warsash Maritime Centre, which has a range of internationally renowned specialist shipping facilities.
Attendance
Part time study involves one day per week. Additional workshops are arranged during the course to enhance your study and research skills.
Special facilities
With the advantage of Southampton's superb geographic location, you'd have access to a wide range of study environments. The nearby Warsash Maritime Centre can be used for practical field and boat work.
A recent addition is the 'Solent Surveyor', a new 10 metre catamaran Evolution 995, equipped to carry out inshore navigational training, hydrographic and environmental research.
On campus there are more practical testing facilities including a purpose-designed and equipped CAD design office, hosting virtually all of the currently available software used in the industry, plus maritime systems laboratories. These accommodate state-of-the-art computer systems for the management of coastal resources and treatment of coastal data.
The University also benefits from a 60-metre industry standard towing tank used for laboratory sessions and final year project work, as well as a 4-metre stability tank. We have built new fabrication shops for advanced composite construction, which will provide you with access to hi-tech materials and processes commonly used in the marine industry.
Field trips
Southampton is a major centre within the UK and European shipping sector and this course takes advantage of such a position with visits to the Port of Southampton and other local organisations.
Fees
The course fees for 2011/12 for part-time students ordinarily residing in a member state of the European Union are:
Year 1, £1,825 and Year 2, £1,825
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