Master Shipping and Transport, Full-time

You build a strong foundation in transition theory, systems thinking, and the root causes of unsustainability. You learn to analyse complex challenges from multiple stakeholder and disciplinary perspectives.

This interdisciplinary, case-driven course develops both knowledge and skills essential for a Master of Science. Working in groups, you will explore a research topic relevant to the maritime industry, integrating insights from different courses. You will conduct applied research, develop your research skills, and learn to identify, connect with, and persuade key stakeholders throughout the process.

This course provides specialised knowledge of shipping management, covering the roles of ship managers, company departments, and the dynamics of the maritime market. You will conduct quantitative research on shipping company economics under current and upcoming maritime regulations and apply this knowledge to real-world decision-making. By the end of the course, you will be able to analyse organisational structures, propose investment and tactical decisions, plan crew and fleet operations, evaluate contracts and claims, and design actions for docking or retrofitting ships all supported by qualitative and quantitative evidence.

In this second phase of the research case, you will collect and analyse data, discuss your findings, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations. This course integrates knowledge and skills from multiple courses, allowing you to deepen your understanding of the maritime industry while further developing your research abilities. By the end, you will be able to conduct applied research according to academic standards and effectively identify, engage, and influence key stakeholders throughout the research process.

This interdisciplinary course combines strategic management theory with practical applications in the maritime industry, focusing on decision-making in shipping and port management. Through Problem Based Learning (PBL) sessions, you will analyse real-world corporate strategy challenges, develop well-reasoned recommendations, and learn to manage resources, projects, and teams effectively. By the end of the course, you will be able to evaluate multiple stakeholder perspectives, integrate research and societal considerations into strategic decisions, and influence stakeholders through compelling, evidence-based advisory solutions.

This year-long course supports your personal and professional growth, with a focus on developing your ability to manage your own development. You take the lead by creating a personal development plan that guides your journey. Through workshops, activities, and self-reflection, you will gain practical tools, insights, and skills to achieve your goals. By the end of the course, you will be able to actively manage and adapt your personal development, critically evaluate your progress, reflect on your perspectives and methodologies, and showcase your growth through a structured portfolio, building self-awareness and a strong professional identity.

The thesis is the capstone of your Master’s in Shipping and Transport. You will independently investigate a topic of interest within the shipping and transport domain, or collaborate with a company in the field. Throughout the full research cycle, from problem identification to data collection, analysis, and generating new knowledge—you will develop practical recommendations under the guidance of expert lecturers. By the end of the course, you will be able to conduct applied research to academic standards, process empirical data, draw reliable conclusions, provide actionable recommendations, manage your personal development, and effectively engage and influence key stakeholders. Successful completion of this thesis marks the achievement of your Master’s degree.