BSc (Hons) Maritime Business with foundation year in Southampton United Kingdom | Southampton Solent University

For those seeking a dynamic global career at the heart of international commerce, Solent equips students with crucial skills for this rapidly evolving sector.
Our business and law foundation year serves as an excellent pathway for students exploring non-traditional routes into higher education or wishing to refresh their knowledge before degree-level studies. This program builds core business competencies alongside academic and transferable skills, offering direct progression to the BSc (Hons) Maritime Business program.

The maritime industry represents a vast, rapidly evolving field that spans multiple disciplines and responds to global political shifts. With shipping handling nearly 90% of world trade, effective management is paramount - this course delivers precisely the skillset demanded by modern maritime businesses.

Providing comprehensive industry insights alongside specialized knowledge of this intricate sector, the program prepares graduates to add immediate value in professional settings.

Students tackle authentic industry challenges, examine practical applications of theoretical concepts, and cultivate analytical problem-solving abilities alongside teamwork, management, and communication skills.

Learning alongside international peers under expert faculty with diverse professional backgrounds, students build a global professional network while gaining appreciation for cultural and business differences.

Our annual maritime conference further expands professional connections, featuring Solent alumni and industry leaders who share career insights and enhance student employability.

As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT) - a collaboration between educational institutions and industry leaders - this program addresses the maritime, engineering and digital sectors' urgent demand for skilled professionals.


4 years with foundation year