Worldwide Higher Education
Delivering UK Higher Education to the World
language
Part-time Learning
Flexibility around life commitments
school
High Quality Programmes
Content provided by leading industry experts
assignment
Flexible Payment Options
Several payment options available to suit your needs
payments
Fully Tutor Supported
Help, guidance and advice when needed
support_agent

Key Programme Information

  • Degree BSc Sustainable Maritime Operations
  • Language English
  • Awarding Body University of Plymouth
  • Start January, May or September Next start date is 6th January 2025
  • Cost £7,500
  • Duration 12 months
  • Apply now

Course Description

Student Testimonal

The BSc Sustainable Maritime Operations qualification is aimed at those who wish to gain a full Bachelor’s degree, possibly upgrading from another previous achievement such as a Foundation degree.

This Maritime Operations course will particularly suit those with some professional experience in the maritime world, those currently working at sea or for those who have an academic interest in marine and maritime business and management.

Delivered via flexible distance learning, the BSc programme will provide opportunities to enhance your career within the modern global marine or maritime industry.


Whilst studying this online maritime BSc degree, you will learn about the theories, principles, and models relevant to the modern maritime industry including maritime operations, MetOcean processes and impacts, and maritime regulation and governance. This will equip you with a broad understanding of the challenges and current affairs involved. You will develop skills in gathering, analysing, evaluating, and interpreting data in Sustainable Maritime Operations.

Following completion of the BSc Sustainable Maritime Operations you will be able to proceed with completing the six months Honours Project and graduate with the BSc (Hons) Sustainable Maritime Operations degree. More information about the programme and fees associated can be viewed here.

Programme Modules

Click on a module for more information.

Application Information

  • A copy of your CV
  • A suitable English language certificate, for example an IELTS. A full list of certificates accepted can be found here. (For International students only)
  • Copies of academic certificates and/or transcripts
  • A copy of your passport (photo page only)
  • A 200-300 word personal statement explaining your motivation for wanting to join this programme. You may find our Guidance document helpful.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this programme you will need one of the following: 

  • A Higher National Diploma / Foundation Degree (HND/FdSc) in a relevant subject 
  • A few years industry work experience. 

And 

  • GCSE English Grade C or above, or international equivalent. 

It may be necessary for you to undertake our short Sustainable Maritime Operations Access Course (SMO101) in order to meet the entry requirements for this programme. More information regarding this course.

University Degrees validated by the University of Plymouth

University-of-Plymouth-grey

Graduate testimonials

Start quotation.

The reason I study with MLA College is because of the convenience. Throughout this year I have to move in between different countries so the remote settings of the study helps me a lot

MBA Entrepreneurship & Innovation Student
End quotation.
View More

Newsletter Signup

Receive course information, offers, news and general infromation about MLA, sign up today

Associated with

Part of
Partner College of
A Strategic Partner of
Official Education Partner of
A Member of
A Member of
Registered with the
A Signatory of