
Shipping and Port Management BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Shipping and Port Management BSc (Hons)
The multi-billion dollar maritime industry is the backbone of modern trade, with approximately 93,000 ships trading across the world. On this specialist degree course you will develop the essential skills and understanding for a great career in this complex and fast-moving industry – exploring everything from maritime law to insurance to logistics to ports’ environmental and economic impact.
Led by tutors with a range of academic and industry expertise, you will study the latest management and business practices and learn to apply them to this specialist industry – explorin...
The multi-billion dollar maritime industry is the backbone of modern trade, with approximately 93,000 ships trading across the world. On this specialist degree course you will develop the essential skills and understanding for a great career in this complex and fast-moving industry – exploring everything from maritime law to insurance to logistics to ports’ environmental and economic impact.<br/><br/>Led by tutors with a range of academic and industry expertise, you will study the latest management and business practices and learn to apply them to this specialist industry – exploring real-world scenarios and learning to put theory into practice. You will get to grips with the complexities of the global transport trade, learn to manage the day-to-day operation of ships and ports, explore the intricate web of law, regulations and economic interests which manage the industry – and learn how to apply that knowledge to keep the industry functioning smoothly.<br/><br/>On graduating, you will be well placed to make an immediate contribution in the workplace, showing the in-depth knowledge, keen problem-solving and decision-making skills and hands-on attitude to deliver practical solutions to everyday management challenges.<br/><br/>And you will also have plenty of opportunities to develop your professional network in the industry, from working alongside students from across the globe to our maritime events and guest speakers – including Solent alumni and industry figures at every level.<br/><br/>Course designed in consultation with industry and alumni to ensure validity and relevance to todays industry.<br/><br/><strong>What does this course lead to?</strong><br/>As a graduate you’ll have a wide range of options in the industry available to you, including port management, port agency, ship management, terminal operations and ship operations.<br/><br/><strong>Who is this course for?</strong><br/>This degree is suited to students who have an interest in the world of shipping, ports and logistics, combined with a desire to make your mark on an exciting, dynamic and essential global industry.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
3GAL
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
Scottish Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 4 Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of Merit, or 102-118 UCAS Tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit or Pass Grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
31
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
HNC (BTEC)
P
D
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DMM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
AS
Accepted when studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Scottish Advanced Highers
Extended Project
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
HND (BTEC)
P
M
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
A level
104-120 from a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Merit (120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |