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BSc Maritime Studies at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Designed for ambitious maritime professionals, the BSc Maritime Studies has been developed to support students to a degree qualification. The course recognises the practical experience of cadets and supports them on their student journey to gain a degree. The course consists of 120 SCQF level credits at level 9.

Faculty: Multiple Schools  |  Duration: 1 year part-time (online learning); 2 years part-time (online learning)  |  Study mode: part-time (online learning)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

During the course you will have the opportunity to: Evidence contemporary professional practice in the maritime industry and personal and professional development needs to maintain professional currency Develop an understanding of the relevant legal and regulatory aspects of the maritime sector Develop an understanding of the main cyber security threats to the maritime industry and skills in supporting safe and secure shipping that is operationally resilient to cyber risks During this year you will learn Project Management, which will provide an overview of the key principles, practices and concepts of project management operations, the tools and techniques used and an overall understanding of the broad project environment.

Career pathways

The BSc Maritime Studies is a one-year course that equips students with the acumen to navigate current and future maritime challenges. From understanding maritime law to embracing digitalisation, the BSc Maritime Studies enhances a student’s employability across a wide range of role destinations.

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Entry requirements

Standard entry requirements - 2 year duration Entrants must: Hold an HND in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering or Technology or an equivalent qualification Normally be employed Advanced entry requirements - 1 year duration Entrants who hold an HND in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering or Technology or an equivalent qualification plus a Scottish Professional Diploma (worth 300 credits in total) in a relevant subject, normally undertaken in the past 5 years. Applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 910 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, part time online, over 2 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 2,700 a year (2026/2027). International students, part time online, over 2 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year part-time (online learning); 2 years part-time (online learning)

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