BSc (Hons) Maritime Business with year in industry 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 competencies for this rapidly evolving sector.
Under the guidance of industry-experienced faculty, you'll gain comprehensive sector knowledge and access practical work placements to enhance your professional development.

The maritime industry represents a vast, rapidly evolving field that spans multiple disciplines and responds to shifting geopolitical landscapes. As shipping facilitates nearly 90% of worldwide trade, effective management becomes paramount – this program provides the complete toolkit to thrive in today's maritime business climate.

Providing both broad industry perspective and specialized operational insights, the curriculum prepares graduates to make meaningful workplace impacts from day one.

Through examining actual industry challenges, applying theoretical frameworks to practical scenarios, and cultivating analytical thinking, you'll enhance your problem-solving capabilities while developing teamwork, leadership, and communication competencies.

Learning alongside an international student body from expert instructors with diverse professional backgrounds, you'll build a global network while gaining valuable cross-cultural business understanding.

Our yearly maritime conference further expands professional connections, featuring Solent graduates and industry leaders who share career insights and employment strategies with current students.

As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT) – a collaborative initiative between educational institutions and top employers – this program specifically addresses workforce demands in maritime, engineering and digital sectors actively seeking skilled professionals like you.



4 years including industrial placement