Title
Maritime Industry in the 21st Century
Overview
Your first module of study will introduce you to studying by distance learning at degree level. It will equip you with a broad underpinning of the challenges and current affairs relevant to the industry. You will start your course with study of an overview of today’s maritime industry and continues with a look at key historical developments and also examines the economic, social and political aspects of sustainability.
Includes lectures in
- What is weather?
- Ocean waves
- Port development
- Vessels and their environmental impact
- The birth of global trade
- Improvements in navigation
- Transport modes
- STCW and the Maritime Labour Convention
Key skills learned
- Studying and researching
- Gather, evaluate and use literature
- Recognise and explain the effects on maritime activities
- Report writing
- Self-study and personal planning
Language
English
Duration
16 weeks part-time study
Credits
20 transferable credits at academic level 6
Assessment
Coursework only. Multiple-choice quiz, reflective essay and exercises
