Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Postgraduate Certificate - PC

Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Optional

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

The requirements for entry to the award programme are as follows: An honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent in Maritime, Transport, Logistics, Business, Management or related studies. or A level 5 qualification in a relevant subject area along with evidence of experiential learning in the maritime industry, such as a class 1 certificate of competency. All applicants must provide evidence of competence in English. Applicants are required to have achieved an IELTs score of a minimum of a 6 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language qualifications. Applicants with an unclassified degree and significant relevant industrial experience may be considered. The decision regarding acceptance onto the programme is the responsibility of the Programme Leader.

The requirements for entry to the award programme are as follows: An honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent in Maritime, Transport, Logistics, Business, Management or related studies. or A level 5 qualification in a relevant subject area along with evidence of experiential learning in the maritime industry, such as a class 1 certificate of competency. All applicants must provide evidence of competence in English. Applicants are required to have achieved an IELTs score of a minimum of a 6 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language qualifications. Applicants with an unclassified degree and significant relevant industrial experience may be considered. The decision regarding acceptance onto the programme is the responsibility of the Programme Leader. Offerings: All

Apply concepts, knowledge and skills to work-based practice.

Critically evaluate information and evidence and apply to industry related scenarios.

Demonstrate the skills necessary to plan, conduct and present the findings of a programme of research.

Apply the skills needed for academic study and enquiry at Masters level.

Interpret and analyse case study material pertinent to Port and Terminal Management with Maritime Logistics.

Demonstrate a systematic and comprehensive understanding of knowledge relating to appropriate legal and administrative issues in Port and Terminal Management with Maritime Logistics.

Evidence critical thinking, analysis and synthesis of complex industry-related issues using the appropriate academic and professional literature.

Display enhanced numeracy and quantitative skills.

Articulate conclusions, recommendations and action plans based on evidence.

Research and present findings using appropriate information technology.

Communicate effectively in a professional manner commensurate with Masters level study.

Evaluate own academic and professional performance and organise/plan self-learning and professional development.

Demonstrate a critical awareness of current problems at the forefront of the academic discipline, to a level where it informs sound judgement and originality.

Display enhanced self-learning and initiative appropriate to the level of study.

Undertake appropriate critical appraisal and utilise imaginative judgement.

Prepare and present technical/business reports and presentations.

Manage time and prioritise workloads in a spirit of personal responsibility for own development.

Develop appropriate operational policies with due regard to legal, environmental, safety and other pertinent matters.

Use established techniques of research and enquiry interpret complex documentation.

Analyse, evaluate and demonstrate a critical awareness of business, financial and management strategies as they relate to Port and Terminal Management with Maritime Logistics, with particular reference to markets, customer, finance, people, operations, communication and information technology (CIT), business policy and strategy, and wider pervasive issues.

Apply strategies for appropriate selection of information from a wide range of sources.

Undertake effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills.

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of appropriate techniques to analyse and solve problems and apply them to own research and advanced scholarship.

Course Catalogue

Port and Terminal Management with Maritime Logistics - 36495 - MSc