Maritime Business with Foundation Year

This four-year course starts with a foundation year, designed to introduce and develop skills for higher education, including critical thinking and research skills, and knowledge and understanding of key facets of business and the maritime sector.

Recognised by industry
The course is accredited by key professional bodies, including the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, ensuring you graduate with strong industry credibility.

Expand your network
The wide ranging experience of the international shipping and logistics staff and the nature of the subject attracts a plethora of international students. This creates plenty of opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing.

Setting you up for success
The optional placement year, integrated CV-building support, and active alumni network (PYNDA) help students gain hands-on experience and prepare for success in maritime careers.

This course is for you if...

• you want a career in maritime trade

• you value industry accreditation

• you're looking for strong career prospects

• you thrive in an international environment and embrace networking opportunities.

Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.

Course Modules

Foundation year
Begin to develop your research skills, knowledge and understanding through an introduction to key aspects of business, accounting and economics. Undertake independent research into an area of study that interests you.

Year 1
In your first year, you develop your knowledge and understanding of the maritime business environment, with emphasis on the internal and external business environment, the business of shipping, and logistics.

Year 2
Building on the knowledge and skills developed in the first year, the focus of the second year turns to maritime management, economics and international trade. You have the choice of an elective module where you can specialise in areas such maritime law, logistics or port management.

Optional placement year
You have the opportunity to take an optional industrial placement year. You benefit from the support of a dedicated team in finding a placement suitable for you. The placement year is a chance to showcase your skills and employment history.

Final year
Your final year offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of maritime and logistics business by developing an understanding of management and finance at a strategic level, along with shipping policy and governance and the legal aspects of the carriage of goods. You'll also undertake a final year honours project under the guidance of an expert supervisor.

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Chartered Shipbrokers, Institute of
• Logistics and Transport, Chartered Institute of