Maritime Transport and Deep-Sea Fishing
Higher Vocational Training

Maritime Transport and Deep-Sea Fishing

What do you study in Maritime Transport and Deep-Sea Fishing?

This vocational programme prepares you to command and manage merchant, fishing and passenger vessels in waters around the world. It combines rigorous theoretical training with hands-on experience on board, where you will learn to make decisions under pressure in demanding environments such as the open sea.

  • Planning and organisation of voyages and tides in accordance with national and international regulations
  • Ship handling, navigation and command in port areas and on the open sea
  • Supervision of loading, stowage and unloading operations in line with safety criteria
  • Emergency management, maritime communications and healthcare on board
  • Ship administration and management of fishing operations

Once qualified, you could work as a Deep-Sea Skipper, Chief Mate or Officer on merchant, fishing or maritime rescue vessels, with internationally recognised career opportunities.