Application Deadline: 8 September 2025
Application Deadline: 8 September 2025
Advance your career in Marine Technical Superintendency
Take the next step in your technical superintendency career, gain recognition for your expertise, and achieve career progression.
Validated in Partnership with Liverpool John Moores University.
Marine Technical Superintendent: Choose Your Award
Marine Technical Superintendent – PGCert
Complete this PGCert in just 9 months for 60 credits. If you can't commit to an extensive period of study or are looking to upskill in a relatively short time frame, this is the perfect route!
It's also a great opportunity to test the waters of postgraduate study without making a long-term commitment.
Marine Technical Superintendent – PGDip
Complete this PGDip in 15 months for 120 credits and improve your job prospects and earning potential!
If you are committed to your studies, have a long-term goal in mind, and are able to put in the required study time each week, this is your opportunity to develop specialist technical and management knowledge in Marine Superintendency.
Marine Technical Superintendent – MSc
Complete your MSc in 24 months for 180 credits and establish yourself as an authority in Marine Technical Superintendency.
Network with fellow students, tutors, and industry professionals, and open doors to new career and employment opportunities!
Master technical and management elements of ship superintendency
- Master the essential role and responsibilities of a marine technical superintendent in managing the safe and effective operation of vessels and offshore facilities.
- Develop systematic maintenance plans for various vessel types, including dry-docking processes, while ensuring compliance with international regulations.
- Gain expertise in shipping economics, ship finance, and marine operations, including chartering and technical fleet management.
- Critically appraise marine insurance principles and evaluate claims under the Marine Insurance Act 1906.
- Analyse and apply safety management techniques to balance design and operational requirements for safety in marine environments.
Who studies this course?
This course attracts professionals from diverse roles and regions, making it a truly global learning experience. Explore the profiles of past participants to see how this programme aligns with your career goals.
Job titles include:
Chief Engineer, Technical Superintendent, Marine Engineer, Second Engineer, Ship Repair Manager, Coast Guard, Master, Marine Technical Assistant, and Fleet Superintendent.
Countries include:
Angola, Canada, Cyprus, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, India, Ireland, Jordan, Kuwait, Mauritius, New Zealand, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates, and UK.
Funding Approval Letter to Manager
Need help with course funding?
Take the first step towards advancing your maritime career by downloading this ready-to-customise letter template to send to your manager. This letter effectively communicates the strategic value of your chosen LJMU Master's programme to your organisation, requesting company funding support.