Expand your knowledge of maritime business to graduate well-equipped for an international career in chartering, trading, ship management. This course was developed to meet the needs of a dynamic maritime industry with a complex business environment. It will enable students to build on their academic and professional successes and empower them to continue to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills to meet the challenges of their future careers.
Stimulating and intellectually challenging the course has a rich blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to help to provide students with the attributes required to operate successfully within the international maritime industry.
The course has a strong business, trade and finance focus and explores the complex factors involved in international trade, economics, finance and management of ships and shipping operations worldwide. Students will also examine the key aspects of maritime law, operations, risk management and management strategies in the maritime industry.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Main Campus
E Park Terrace,
Southampton,
SO14 OYN, Southern England, United Kingdom
An honours degree at 2:2 or higher in maritime studies, shipping, business, economics, law, or a relevant subject. An ordinary degree or HND in a technical or business discipline, combined with appropriate professional experience. Other qualifications may also be considered.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Focusing on the practical side of university education, Solent equips students with the knowledge and skills they need for future career success.
