Maritime Studies

Maritime Studies is an interdisciplinary programme that combines engineering, business, and policy to address the complexities of global shipping, port operations, and ocean resource management. Students learn how goods move across the world's oceans, how ports are designed and operated, how maritime law governs international trade, and how emerging technologies are transforming one of the world's oldest industries.

The curriculum covers maritime economics and trade, port management and operations, maritime law and policy, ship technology and naval architecture, supply chain and logistics, maritime safety and environmental protection, and data analytics for maritime applications. Students gain both technical knowledge (understanding vessel design, navigation systems, and cargo handling) and commercial acumen (shipping finance, chartering, and risk management). Industry visits and internships with shipping companies, port authorities, and maritime agencies provide real-world exposure.

Singapore is the ideal place to study maritime studies. As the world's busiest transshipment port and a top global maritime centre, Singapore is home to over 5,000 maritime companies, including major players like PSA International, PIL, and BW Group. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) actively develops the sector and offers scholarships and career programmes. Graduates enter roles in shipping operations, port management, maritime policy, marine insurance, and logistics—all within an industry that handles over 80% of global trade by volume.