Comprehensive course covering both technical and management elements for the fully informed Superintendent

This Diploma in Ship Superintendency distance learning training course is intended as a qualification for marine professionals worldwide, who may be currently at sea and wish to progress to a shore based position, those currently serving as ship superintendents or those who have a purely academic interest in gaining a Diploma in Ship Superintendency qualification that will assist with their own personal and professional development.

The maritime world is truly international and in order to give marine professionals every opportunity to study, the chosen method of delivery for this Diploma in Ship Superintendency course is distance learning. This eliminates geographical boundaries and barriers and matches the busy working life of our students.

Course Programme

Core Modules

• The role of the ship superintendent
• The ship superintendent as part of the management team
• The world of shipping
• Maritime law
• Operating guidelines
• SOLAS
• The management of safety and security
• Tasks of the ship superintendent
• Basic marine engineering

Specialist Modules

• Tankers, gas and chemical carriers
• Cargo and container ships
• Passenger ships including ferries
• Marine engineering
• The management of superyachts