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Maritime
Sea Vision UKs guide to careers in the maritime sector
The 50,000 ships that make up the
international trading eet are technically
sophisticated, high value assets. The cost of a
new ship can easily exceed US $100 million.
ea Vision UK brings
together the whole
maritime sector to
promote the role of
the sea in our lives
and highlight the
variety of careers
available.
As you will see, the maritime
sector covers everything from
shipping to sub-sea
technology; manufacturing
to education; the Royal Navy
to commercial shing; ports
to aquaculture; maritime
legal and nancial
services to leisure.
Theres so much to
choose from.
The UK has a great
maritime history and
today boasts the
largest maritime
sector in Europe. With
a turnover of over
40 billion twice
the size of aerospace
or agriculture and
employing hundreds
of thousands of people, the sector
makes a massive contribution to
our economy.
Millions travel to, from and
around the UK by ferry each year.
We are technological leaders in
offshore oil and gas extraction, and
strong in marine manufacturing.
The Royal Navy is one of the
strongest navies in the world; we
are world-beaters in yacht design,
building and racing; we have some
of the most prestigious cruise
companies in the world; British
seafarers are renowned for their
expertise; and London is the world
centre for maritime nancial and
legal services.
Through the Sea Vision UK website
(www.seavisionuk.org) you can nd
out about events and organisations
that can help you to get a taste of
the sea wherever you live and
nd out what the wider maritime
sector offers in terms of work,
leisure and lifestyle opportunities.
Hopefully, this careers magazine
will whet your appetite!
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Our seas are vital to trade,
energy, defence, leisure and
the environment.
The UK maritime sector makes
a major contribution to our
economy and quality of life.

Our maritime industries
are modern and high-tech
and offer excellent career
opportunities.
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CONTENTS
Contents
04 Foreword Admiral Sir Jonathon Band GCB ADC
05 Take the plunge
07 Maritime business
14 Maritime education & training
20 Maritime leisure
26 Maritime science, engineering & technology (SET)
32 Marine environment & conservation
36 Sea going
52 Ports & services
56 Which course?
58 Find out about foundation degrees
60 University and College course directory
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Foreword
s the professional
head of the
Royal Navy I
am delighted
to support Sea
Visions guide to
the wide variety
of opportunities in the Maritime
Sector. Although very few people
are aware of it, the UK is almost
entirely dependent on the sea for
our strength, wealth and prosperity.
Over 90% of our visible trade moves
by sea and shipping is the fth
largest contributor to our gross
domestic product. Worldwide,
the shipping industry continues
to expand exponentially to meet
the demands of globalisation
involving 50,000 ships and over a
million seafarers. Indeed, since I
joined the Royal Navy 40 years ago,
the worlds population has doubled
yet maritime trade has quadrupled.
But whilst the sea remains
a principle facilitator for the
continued globalisation of
economies and trade, the rising
threat of terrorism, piracy and
illegal use of the sea threatens
to disrupt this. Accordingly, the
Royal Navy is utterly seized of the
imperative to provide security for
British trade, British citizens and
our interests worldwide, together
with our other responsibilities
for providing inuence around
the globe, building trust and
cooperation, acting as a force
for good and when it becomes
necessary, ghting and winning.
The inherent agility of the Royal
Navy means we are still as
much about preventing wars as
winning them.
Of course, my own experiences
are based upon a life at sea
with the Royal Navy, which has
provided me with a very fullling
career. Something told me that
variety, excitement, travel and
teamwork would appeal and suit
me and I have certainly not been
disappointed. I would highlight
the wide range of activity and
comradeship the Navy offers
the Navy is much more than a
job, it is a way of life. In addition
to the excitement, travel and
differing jobs, the Royal Navy gives
individuals real responsibility
early and provides fantastic
experience in management and,
in particular, leadership, as well
as equipping them with a certain
level of condence and competence.
For instance, in my own case,
within 12 years of joining, at the
age of 29, I was the commanding
ofcer of HMS Soberton, a shery
protection vessel operating around
the UK, commanding 40 sailors and
working, largely independently, to
protect our sh stocks.
So whether you choose the
Merchant Navy, the maritime
leisure industry or service in the
Royal Navy, a career in the maritime
industry offers an enormous
amount of possibilities and I hope
you nd Maritime a useful guide in
exploring that potential.
A
Admiral Sir Jonathon Band GCB ADC
First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff
A career in the maritime
industry offers an
enormous amount of
possibilities and I hope
you nd Maritime a
useful guide in exploring
that potential.
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ave you any idea
how varied and
interesting the
maritime sector is,
or the role it plays
in our everyday
lives? Over 350
organisations have joined together
in a campaign called Sea Vision UK.
This magazine has been produced
by many of those organisations to
show you what career options are
available in the maritime sector.
Look at this list:
water sports instructors
naval architects
ships captains
hydrographers
offshore divers
lawyers
shipbrokers
chefs and entertainers
These are just some of the job
opportunities waiting for you.
Think about these:
Jet skis, racing yachts and power
boats, oil tankers, containerships
and cruise liners, marine
biology, mineral exploration and
oceanography, ship design, boat
building and port management.
In the UK we live on an island
and marine-related activities
are vital to our economy. With
increasing world trade and growing
maritime leisure interests, the range
of supporting maritime activities is
always growing.
In this magazine, we have
highlighted a range of careers with
proles of people working across a
variety of maritime sectors. Read
on and nd out about the different
career paths and jobs roles in the
maritime sector theres something
for everyone!
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Take the
plunge
FOREWORD
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The Liverpool MaritimeAcademy brings together the expertise of Liverpool John Moores University, the
Lairdside Maritime Centre and the Liverpool Logistics, Offshore and Marine Centre.
It provides a national centre of excellence, delivering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes,
professional training, applied research and consultancy to the maritime, offshore and transport industries.
Programmes for school leavers looking to enter the industry:
liverpool
maritime
academy
Foundation Degree in Nautical Science
BSc Maritime Studies
BSc Maritime Business and Management
BSc Management,Transport and Logistics
BEng Mechanical and Marine Engineering
BSc Nautical Science
For details, contact
Helen Guest, Lairdside Maritime Centre, 3VanguardWay, Campbeltown Road, Birkenhead. CH41 9HX.
tel: +44 151 647 0494 email: careersatsea@ljmu.ac.uk
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Maritime
business
his section
covers all aspects
of the wider
shipping industry
including
operation,
commercial
control and manufacturing. The
ownership and operation of ships
is the primary focus and much of
Londons growth over the centuries
was due to its role as a major
nancial centre particularly in the
maritime sector. Famous names like
Lloyds of London owe their origins
to the development of shipping
insurance back in the reign of
Queen Elizabeth I. London
remains the capital for world
shipping today.
Today, maritime business
offers job opportunities
ranging from:
marine insurers, shipbrokers,
accountants, bankers, vessel
nanciers and charterers
lawyers and arbitrators
shipbuilders and manufacturers
ship managers and port managers.
And this isnt the
denitive list!
Our job proles give some
indication of whats available but
do contact any of the organisations
proled here for more detailed
information about the opportunities
in maritime business (or see
www.seavisionuk.org).
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Shipbrokers
Brokers manage the sale and purchase
purchase new and second-hand ships.
They act for both the buyer and the
seller and negotiate price, assess value,
check on the ownership of the vessel,
the liability for VAT and frequently
organise nance and insurance. They
are adept at import and export, and
arrange practical things like access for
viewing at ports or berths.
Brokers need a detailed knowledge
of a wide range of ships, so that they
can assess their condition and value.
They rely heavily on experience in the
shipping industry and will build up a
pool of clients with ships for sale and
also of clients looking for vessels.
Brokers need marketing skills and to be
able to negotiate in a friendly and
effective manner.
The Shipbuilders and Shiprepairers
Association is involved in activities to
make sure that all UK shipyards, their
suppliers and subcontractors have
up-to-date skills and technology at their
ngertips to make their businesses
successful. With a major new Ministry
of Defence order to build destroyers,
aircraft carriers and support vessels
over the next 20 years and beyond,
there are great opportunities ahead in
these businesses.
MARITIME BUSINESS
Shipbuilders and
Shiprepairers
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Marine Finance Lawyer
TOBY ROYAL, Watson, Farley & Williams LLP
My day starts at 6.00am when I get woken by my son and
attend to perhaps my most demanding client of all!
Next, its time to check whats happened overnight: what
do I have to chase by 11.00am before the other side of the
world goes to sleep? Did the Chinese shipyards lawyers agree
the form of parent guarantee? Did the Korean bank issue the
refund guarantee? Did our Japanese correspondent lawyers
issue their legal opinion? Did the Singaporean bank nalise
the term sheet? Did my Russian clients email me back about
those two newbuildings (ships) being delivered next week and
where do we stand concerning those four bulk carriers being
purchased?
I power up my Blackberry and it starts beeping at me. I
soon see a trail of emails with attachments ood through; a
day in the ofce begins.
Its time to get my head around that new deal structure
before a conference call with the other sides lawyers.
Diagrams make deals conceptually easier to follow so I put
the deal structure on to paper, marking out the equity and
syndicated debt providers, the
borrowers, owners, bareboat
charterers, time charterers,
guarantors, shareholders its
almost a work of art!
The key to all this is
being intrinsically organised
keeping your deal lists
organised, les up to date,
having an active to-do list and
utilising technology (such as
e-ling) to your advantage.
You quickly learn that extra
time spent on administrative
matters is time well spent and it
certainly makes your life easier when your client calls
and asks for the date of that agreement from the deal four
months ago.
The great thing about ship nance work is that, although
you work with different time zones from London and more
often than not need to align your timings to your project
colleagues, internationalism and diversity is second to none
you deal with people from everywhere.
All work and no play makes a ship nance lawyer a dull
buoy there are often shipping-social events such as
drinks evenings, which provide a good balance between
work and play!
Shipping is a 24 hour business; overnight there are cargoes
being delivered, containers being ofoaded, maybe even a ship
making her maiden voyage it all helps the world go around.
All work and no play makes a ship
nance lawyer a dull buoyspeaking
of play, there are often shipping-
social events which you provide a good
balance between work and play.
Any young person about to embark
on a seafaring career today has
an exciting future ahead of them.
Learning about all the shipboard
systems provides a real challenge, ships ofcers have awesome
responsibilities for the safety of fellow crew members, passengers
and millions of pounds worth of ship, cargo and equipment.
Attaining the highest seagoing qualications and experience can
offer a really challenging future. History has shown that, even in the
most safety conscious cultures, accidents can still happen. Many
related industries require the seagoing knowledge and experience
obtained when looking into why certain events took place. Questions
such as Why did the ship run aground? or Why did the engine
room catch re? will always need to be addressed. The marine
consultant plays a role in providing the answers. Lawyers often
need marine expertise when dealing with the out of the ordinary; the
marine consultant can provide the expertise and integrity such a role
will require.
Trainees who join the Merchant Navy through the Maritime London
Ofcer Cadet Scholarship scheme have an unrivalled opportunity
to establish contact with many different skills now found in the City,
including marine consultancy; indeed an unique opportunity.
I joined a shipping company as cadet then worked my way
through the various examinations to Class 1. Having then graduated
with a degree, I was able to develop as a marine consultant,
ultimately specialising in issues surrounding salvage, wrecks and oil
pollution. The foundation of this career was many years at sea!
Written By John Noble, MLOCS Executive Director.
Advertorial
Maritime London
The Maritime London Ofcer
Cadet Scholarship scheme
offers bursaries to those
wishing to embark on a
seafaring career. Selected
candidates will be awarded
a grant to meet day-to-
day costs and out-of-pocket expenses;
in addition the Charity funds college
fees and some incidental expenses.
Encouragement is provided to all cadets who
will be following an HND or Degree course
in addition to their vocational training.
Many cadets are sponsored through the charity
by donations received from leading City maritime
sector companies such as underwriters,
surveyors, lawyers and P & I Clubs.
The Maritime London Ofcer Cadet
charity offers scholarships to Deck,
Engine room and Electrical trainees.
Contact us through John Noble, our
Executive Director on:
Tel: 023 8079 0395
Email: noble_marine@btinternet.com
Patron: Lord Ambrose Greenway
Charity Number: 1013834
John Noble airborne on
way to a casualty
Viking sponsorships on cruise liners
Viking engages individuals with a view
to sponsorship for a number of the most
esteemed cruise shipping companies
in the world Holland America Line,
Windstar Cruises, Island Cruises and
Fred Olsen Cruise Line.
Our principal clients are arguably some of the most
prestigious of the major cruise line operators in the world,
and between them they operate eets of classically
designed vessels. These eets visit exotic destinations
and are run to the highest standards of safety, service
and professionalism by the onboard ofcers.
It is into this exciting and demanding environment that
we wish to encourage prospective deck ofcers and
engine ofcers by providing industry-recognised training
and career development.
Job satisfaction is a phrase often used today to
describe why certain careers are more appealing
than others. When it comes to life at sea, theres
a high level of job satisfaction in everything,
from pay and colleagues to career advancement
and working environment. Ofcer training is
the beginning of a journey that could take you
anywhere you want to go.
Peter Stamp, Viking Recruitment Engine Ofcer Trainee
LET US SHOW YOU THE WORLD
A career for tomorrow, today
Have you ever dreamed of sailing on a luxury cruise liner to the most exotic
places on earth?
Have you ever thought you could do this for a career? YOU CAN.
We recruit high calibre individuals to embark on a fully sponsored Ofcer
Training programme, studying towards industry and nationally recognised
qualifcations. You will have the enviable opportunity of serving on some of
the most luxurious and technically advanced cruise line vessels sailing the
seven seas today.
FURTHER YOUR EDUCATION, ENJOY YOUR LIFE
To fnd out more about this incredible opportunity, please visit our website
www.vikingrecruitment.com
Alternatively, for an informal discussion contact the
Company Training Offcer on:
Tel: 01304 240881
or Email: training@vikingrecruitment.com
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Viking sponsorships on cruise liners
Viking engages individuals with a view
to sponsorship for a number of the most
esteemed cruise shipping companies
in the world Holland America Line,
Windstar Cruises, Island Cruises and
Fred Olsen Cruise Line.
Our principal clients are arguably some of the most
prestigious of the major cruise line operators in the world,
and between them they operate eets of classically
designed vessels. These eets visit exotic destinations
and are run to the highest standards of safety, service
and professionalism by the onboard ofcers.
It is into this exciting and demanding environment that
we wish to encourage prospective deck ofcers and
engine ofcers by providing industry-recognised training
and career development.
Job satisfaction is a phrase often used today to
describe why certain careers are more appealing
than others. When it comes to life at sea, theres
a high level of job satisfaction in everything,
from pay and colleagues to career advancement
and working environment. Ofcer training is
the beginning of a journey that could take you
anywhere you want to go.
Peter Stamp, Viking Recruitment Engine Ofcer Trainee
LET US SHOW YOU THE WORLD
A career for tomorrow, today
Have you ever dreamed of sailing on a luxury cruise liner to the most exotic
places on earth?
Have you ever thought you could do this for a career? YOU CAN.
We recruit high calibre individuals to embark on a fully sponsored Ofcer
Training programme, studying towards industry and nationally recognised
qualifcations. You will have the enviable opportunity of serving on some of
the most luxurious and technically advanced cruise line vessels sailing the
seven seas today.
FURTHER YOUR EDUCATION, ENJOY YOUR LIFE
To fnd out more about this incredible opportunity, please visit our website
www.vikingrecruitment.com
Alternatively, for an informal discussion contact the
Company Training Offcer on:
Tel: 01304 240881
or Email: training@vikingrecruitment.com
advertisement feature
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Boat Charter Business
RICHARD HUDSON, Tangaroa Charters
Living on an island means youre always surrounded by sea,
so for me it was kind of a natural thing. I started sailing and
generally messing around on the water from a very young age.
It wasnt until my dad started designing and building boats that
I really got into it: suddenly it clicked, this is what I want to do.
I always thought the lifestyle wasnt half bad either.
I completed my GCSEs at Medina High School and
then decided to take further qualications in the marine
environment. I obtained various powerboat courses resulting
in a commercially endorsed powerboat advanced qualication.
Along with this, I have studied many STCW95 courses to
enable me to qualify for an MCA Passenger Carrying License.
I started the company this year and run it with my dad.
Our company runs a charter boat, used by tourists and locals
for a variety of things. This includes anything from an hours
mackerel bashing to eight hours serious cod shing. Press and
photography to corporate or private charter, we do it all!
As company secretary, I am responsible for keeping the
accounts together, doing VAT and Fuel Duty returns, through to
taking the bookings and organising crew. When Im skippering
the vessel, my main job is to ensure safe passage for all
onboard. This includes keeping a good lookout, following
all the rules of the road. It keeps me very busy, but when at
anchor I do occasionally participate!
The most rewarding part of this environment is when the
customers are pleased with the service we have provided.
If they catch lots of sh or take some decent photos and go
home with a smile, then I know weve done well! My main
challenge is nature; she always keeps me on my toes, and you
never know what weather we will have next.
The good thing with having your own business is that you
can take it to where ever you want to. As they say, the world is
your oyster!
Ship Surveyor
ADRIAN DUNCAN, Lloyds Register of Shipping
Having been born and brought up in a seafaring town
(Stranraer), I was naturally interested in ships and going to
sea, so I trained as an Engineer Cadet at South Tyneside
College. Since then, I have worked in many different
positions on various different vessels. I have progressed
through the ranks steadily obtaining my Certicates of
Competency along the way. I decided to continue my
education at sea where I studied with the Open University for
three years.
More recently, I have worked as an Assistant
Superintendent where I was recruited by Lloyds Register and I
have also worked for a Marine Consultants (TQMS) in London.
I hope to get up to speed quickly within Lloyds Register
and to get a good posting when I am competent with
Class Issues.
What I love about the job is being able to solve problems,
using my experience and the equipment available to diagnose
and correct problems. This is very satisfying, especially if it
is critical.
To do this job, you have to be analytical and methodical in
your approach. You need to be able to work alone or in groups
of people of different abilities and cultural backgrounds. You
also need to be focused and dedicated to your task. You also
need to believe that Engineering Makes the World Go Round!
I will work for two years as a Surveyor at Lloyds Register
until I am eligible to apply for Chartered Engineer status, and I
will continue my education with a distance-learning MBA.
I also hope to obtain a Business MBA and perhaps a
Marine Law post-graduate qualication.
If this happens I think I would be in a good position to start
my own consultancy company and work for myself in this
exciting and challenging sector.
The good thing with having your own
business is that you can take it to
where ever you want to. As they
say, the world is your oyster!
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Shipbroking a
rewarding shipping career
Match ships & cargoes
Buy & sell vessels
Trade freight derivatives
Responsible for helping to keep
global trade moving, successful
shipbrokers are good negotiators,
entrepreneurial and hard working.

See www.balticexchange.com/
vacancies for further details.

The Baltic Exchange, 38 St Mary Ave,
London EC3A 8BH
For careers in the global
shipping industry...
...Faststream is your first
port of call.
Faststream recruit from
graduate through to
senior executive level in the
global shipping industry.
For more information visit
www.faststream.co.uk/shipping
t: +44 (0)23 8033 4444
e: shipping@faststream.co.uk
www.faststream.co.uk
Global recruitment rm Faststream reports
that there are many opportunities for
candidates seeking shore-based roles.
As a leading specialist recruitment
rm for the global shipping industry with
ofces in the UK, Scandinavia, Asia and
the US, we are witnessing continued
demand for candidates in commercial
roles. Shipbrokers, chartering managers,
nanciers, freight derivative traders,
operators and lawyers are currently in
demand as never before.
In terms of the size of the global eet,
the shipping industry continues to grow at a
fast pace. Shipping companies around the
world have been expanding at breakneck
speed. New companies have emerged and
established operations expanded in Europe,
Asia and the USA.
Analysis of the shipyards forward
bookings reveals a record orderbook of
nearly 600 million deadweight tonnes (dwt).
If we limit ourselves to vessels of 10,000
dwt or larger (to ensure we are dealing with
large oceangoing vessels), there are about
7,637 vessels of 578 million dwt on order at
the worlds shipyards. Most of these vessels
will deliver between now and 2010.
Whether or not global economic demand
will pick up again to meet demand for
these vessels at high freight rates remains
debatable, but one thing is certain. More
ships mean a greater requirement for not
only seafarers, but also onshore support
staff and ancillary services industries. From
ship operations to nance, chartering to
legal advice, the range of work generated
by a single vessel is vast and requires a
range of specialists to service this business.
Shipowning companies in particular face a
huge lack of qualied candidates for their
operational and technical departments.
While difcult to say how many new jobs
will be generated by these new vessels,
the scale of eet growth will ensure that job
growth is substantial. Existing jobs will also
become more demanding as regulatory
changes and new technology ensure that
specialist experience or qualications will be
needed.
However this increased demand for
people comes at a time when the market is
increasingly candidate-short. Shipping is a
niche sector and commercial roles within it
require candidates with a specialist set of
skills which cannot be built up overnight.
From Singapore to London, global shipping
centres and the companies operating within
them are competing for talent.
For the graduate or school leaver
considering a role in the shipping business,
there are many paths to entry. Some
companies take on graduate trainees,
others require people with seafaring
experience. There are specialist maritime
business degrees offered by universities
such as Cass Business School, Plymouth,
Cardiff and Liverpool. However, many
people start in the business without a
specialist maritime background.
Given the international nature of the
business, language skills are a bonus, as
is a willingness to work long hours and
undertake travel.
If you are interested in the many commercial
or technical opportunities available
across the maritime industry, visit
www.faststream.co.uk for the latest roles.
Advertorial Fast Stream
MARITIME BUSINESS
Calling on candidates
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Move in the right circles
Cass business School is located in Londons nancial district, the heart of global
business. Its highly regarded and world-renowned International Centre for Shipping,
Trade and Finance, brings together industry leaders, government gures and senior
academics to input into its three unique specialist Masters programmes.
Throughout its history the Centre has broken new ground in research and teaching,
ensuring its students not only get the most up to date and relevant teaching but also
a brand of hands-on learning that puts them ahead of the competition.
Discover how you can move in the right circles by attending one of our
regular information sessions. Contact us on +44 (0)20 7040 8641 or visit
www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters to book your place.
MSc in Shipping, Trade and Finance
MSc in Logistics, Trade and Finance
MSc in Energy, Trade and Finance
www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters
Maritime Journalist
JESSICA LEPOIDEVIN, The Sea magazine
As a qualied diver, Ive always loved the sea, so when
the opportunity arose to work on the editorial team at
The Sea magazine, where I get to write about the marine
world, it seemed like a perfect t.
I have a Bachelors degree and I did a post-graduate
specialisation in publishing. Studying for a career in
publishing involves plenty of unpaid internships, which
are not just about learning the tools of the trade, but about
getting your foot in the door. After completing my training
and placements, I was lucky enough to be able to move
into freelance writing and editing.
Im part of the editorial team responsible for the
content of the magazine. I track down stories, write
features, source images. There is a lot of liaising with
colleagues, including our senior editor and art editor and
making sure deadlines are met. Its really a team effort!
Working closely with a dedicated team of editorial
professionals is a lot of fun, and its a very creative and
fast-paced environment. I can also say that its never
boring! Theres always something new to learn and write
about, especially when the subject matter is the sea.
The sea is a hugely diverse subject to write about, and
The Sea magazine reects this diversity, so every story is
unique and exciting.
A day at work can involve anything from tagging
sharks or interviewing a champion freediver, to
racing sailing.
Theres always something new to learn
and write about, especially when the
subject matter is the sea.
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MARITIME BUSINESS
The British Marine Federation (BMF) represents businesses
in the UK leisure marine industry that in total employ over
30,000 people.
Opportunities in our industry include:
Boatbuilders and engineers
Specialist skilled staff such as carpenters
Watersports crew and instructors
Marina staff
Sales and Marketing staff
Visit our websites for more information on these
opportunities including a job search, colleges list
and details of apprenticeship schemes.
www.britishmarine.co.uk/careers
www.superyachtuk.co.uk
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Museum Exhibitions
Manager
DAN MATTHEWS, National Maritime Museum,
Greenwich
I have always been passionate about the sea there are
strong maritime links within my family, and I am a keen sailor.
I have always been interested in history and so working at the
National Maritime Museum (NMM) gives me an opportunity
to combine these things. For me, working on exhibitions is
a great way of combining an interest in the subject with the
chance to work in a dynamic and creative environment.
I have a BA in Contemporary History (from Sussex
University) and also an MA in Museum Studies (University
of Leicester) which I took part-time while working at the
museum. The museum provides good opportunities to attend
training courses, but I nd that there is no substitute for
practical experience and I am a rm believer that the best form
of training is on the job!
I work in the exhibitions and
design team within the museum.
We are responsible for delivering the
museums exhibition programme
over our three sites; the Maritime
Museum, the Queens House and the
Royal Observatory.
The great thing about this role
is the diversity of projects I get to
work on and the variety of things
I might have to do on any given day. Having been assigned
a project to work on, my main objectives are to ensure the
project runs smoothly, remains within budget and that it opens
on time! The size and scope of projects vary enormously.
This year I managed an exhibition on our 17th-century Dutch
art collection and I am currently working on a photography
exhibition, a contemporary art installation and a display on the
Olympics. Prior to that, I was working on galleries about time
and navigation and also astronomy (at the Royal Observatory).
Despite what people might think, given the stereotype of
museums being old and dusty places, they can be incredibly
stimulating places to work. Working in exhibitions has given
me all sorts of opportunities that I would have never imagined:
I visited Taiwan last year to investigate the feasibility of touring
an exhibition there; I got a chance to look through the meteorite
collection at the Natural History Museum while working on
galleries about astronomy, and I met the Queen when she
came to open these galleries last year.
The sector is becoming increasingly professionalised and
so there are opportunities for many different types of careers
within museums, not least at the NMM.
Director of
Communications
BILL LINES, Navigate PR
Leaving university, I wanted a job
where I could use my writing skills. A
position as a trainee journalist covering
the shipping sector came up and I took it
without really knowing much about the industry.
This gave me a good overview of the sector and my
next job was as communications manager at the
Baltic Exchange.
I have a BA Hons in German and European
Studies from the University of Manchester.
We organise PR, marketing and conference
organising and look after a range of international
clients from across the shipping sector and I handle
a range of media-related issues. I regularly give
presentations, run training courses and set up high
level conferences.
I set up Navigate in 2003 and have greatly
enjoyed growing the business. From two clients and
a shared desk in Soho, the organisation has grown
rapidly as companies turn to us to help get their
message across effectively.
The maritime industry offers a huge range of
prospects. Whether youre a creative, technical or
commercially-minded person theres probably an
interesting job in the industry for you.
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Maritime
education
& training
here are a variety
of different
organisations
involved in
education and
training in the
maritime sector:
specialised nautical colleges
and training establishments;
universities offering maritime
related courses; professional
institutions and societies; and
industry recognised policy-
setting bodies.
You can nd out about some
of these organisations and what
they have to offer in the case
studies here. For instance, if youre
interested in gaining relevant skills
for a career in maritime business,
then the Institute of Chartered
Shipbrokers runs internationally
recognised qualications for
shipbrokers, charterers, agents
and managers.
Many colleges and universities
offer courses in marine biology and
zoology, small craft technology,
marine engineering, oceanology,
ship and port operations,
navigation, transport and logistics,
and naval architecture, to name but
a few.
General sources of reference
for those interested in a sea-going
career are the Merchant Navy
Training Board and the Marine
Society. If jobs in ports interest you
then contact Port Skills and Safety.
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
WARSASH
MARITIME ACADEMY
Warsash Maritime Academy, a faculty of Southampton Solent
University, is a leading provider of education, training, research
and consultancy to the international shipping and offshore
industries.
The Academy provides professional education and training for
navigation, engineer and electro-technical ofcers from initial
cadetships, via HND and degree pathways, through to master and
chief engineer qualications.
With its expertise and facilities the Academy is ideally placed to
provide all the professional education and training that young
people need to become successful ships masters or chief
engineers.
Please Contact Us

Warsash Maritime Academy, Newtown Road, Warsash, Southampton SO31 9ZL
Vanessa Mole
T 01489 556295
F 01489 573988
E wma@solent.ac.uk
W www.warsashacademy.co.uk
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Senior
Lecturer
Dr RICHARD
BUCKNALL,
University College
London
I am now a senior
lecturer at University
College London (UCL)
where I undertake
research into vessel design
with my colleagues who include naval architects,
material scientists, and experts in hydrodynamics.
The work I do contributes directly to the wider
maritime community often through my external
committee work with Lloyds Register, the Institute
of Marine Engineers, Science and Technology
(IMarEST) and working with the design teams
in shipping companies. I supervise several PhD
students in marine engineering and as a group we
constantly develop new technology solutions to
meet the increasing demands from the shipping
industry, a recent example being a study on the
impact of fuel cell technologies for ships. However,
my career started as a student engineering
apprentice with BP Shipping, but I was always
much more interested in the theoretical aspects of
engineering than the practical aspects so I went
to university to gain a degree and then a PhD. My
PhD was sponsored by the Admiralty and I was
able to develop an interest in electric propulsion
for warships using advanced power dense
technologies. I joined UCL some 15 years ago and
thoroughly enjoy my job, which includes many
different research opportunities and challenges
both in the UK and overseas. Another role I have as
Director of Marine Engineering is running an MSc in
Marine Engineering, which brings me into contact
with the aspirations of young people. For leisure, I
am a keen sailor and yachtsman.
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their teaching and other commitments will attract responses from a wide cross-
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
Coming to the end of a 40 year career, I can recall being
advised to do something more long term instead. But ships
always were and will be the main transport for the world,
so I joined the industry from school and spent a year
learning how ships are built. I then graduated in 1970 from
Newcastle University and spent the next four years planning
and developing new shipyard developments, which gave
me a lot of responsibility at an early stage. Consultancy in
shipyard development followed, then a period in research and
development of shipbuilding methods.
In 1983 I gained an MBA on a part-time basis. The
options for further education and development are now much
more varied and exible. After a further 15 years in shipyard
consultancy, including running my own company, the next
career change was to join Newcastle University. As well as
research into shipyard problems I now teach ship production
and project management, drawing on my experience in over 40
countries all over the world.
Would I do it again? Denitely! Watching new graduates
moving into their careers and keeping in touch with their
progress shows there are many rewarding job opportunities.
Professor of Shiprepair and Conversion
GEORGE BRUCE, Newcastle University
The options for further education
and development are now much
more varied and exible.
Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
Faculty Of Maritime Studies
Tel: 0141 565 2700
E-mail: maritime@gcns.ac.uk
Faculty Of Engineering
Tel: 0141 565 2650
E-mail: engineering@gcns.ac.uk
GCNS provides training for the maritime industry in the UK and overseas and
has an excellent reputation the world over. The College provides a full range of
Deck and Engineer officer training programmes from cadet training to Masters
and Chief Engineer Certificates of Competency.
All courses leading towards STCW 95 certification are approved by the UK
Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the Merchant Navy Training Board.
Academic qualifications, underpinning certification, are awarded by the Scottish
Qualifications Authority.
GCNS also offers a full range of STCW 95 short courses.
For more information on how the College can meet your training needs please
contact the relevant faculty office.
GLASGOW COLLEGE OF NAUTICAL STUDIES
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Formally, were the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS),
but our title is a little misleading. We should be more aptly
titled the Institute to Commercial Shipping because we work to
support everyone in the commercial shipping industry (thats
people involved in shipping but who arent at sea). So, we
are a not-for-prot organisation that helps shipbrokers, ship
managers, ship agents, operators, and even those involved in
shipping law and nance.
My two main roles are working with companies to support
the professional development they offer their staff and to help
maintain the ICS syllabus which governs the exams and the
education for those exams.
Were a professional body, which means that we work
to maintain professional standards in the shipping industry.
We do this in two main ways. Firstly, were a membership
organisation. Members of the Institute must illustrate over their
careers that they are dedicated to professionalism. People who
become members can use MICS after their name. The second
thing we do is offer Professional Development (education
courses for professionals).
The job is very rewarding because we have such a wide
range of professional development programmes, we can help
individuals in a whole variety of ways, depending on what
their goals are. Obviously gaining membership is no small
achievement, and because were international its recognised
everywhere you go around the world; important when youre
talking about shipping the worlds global industry. Our one-
day and short courses are geared to support people who are
very new to the industry, while our seminars are designed to
keep our members totally up to date. These are also open to
the public free of charge because we believe that money
shouldnt be an obstacle to professionalism.
Professional
Development Manager
KELLY PRICE, Institute of Chartered
Shipbrokers
Were a professional body, which means
that we work to maintain professional
standards in the shipping industry.
I have been Captain of a Tall Ship for
the last 10 years and currently I am
Captain of the square rigged sailing
ship Tenacious. Tenacious and Lord
Nelson are run and owned by the Jubilee
Sailing Trust (JST). Almost anyone can
sail on one of their ships and they are
purpose-built to take a crew of mixed
physical abilities.
I began learning to sail as a child and
as a reward for passing my 11 plus,
my parents bought my sister and me an
old clinker-built rowing boat, which we
spent many happy hours doing up.
I started professional life at sea as a
Deck Cadet with P&O Steam Navigation
Co in 1975. After a cadetship largely
spent on cargo ships, I became a
Third Ofcer and then a Second Ofcer
onboard P&O cruise ships. After seven
years on cruise ships during which time
I obtained both my Mates and Masters
certicates, I went to work for P&O
Scottish Ferries running to Orkney and
Shetland. After a variety of seafaring
positions, an opportunity arose to move
to the Jubilee Sailing Trust.
Most of the crew on our ships are
untrained yet everyone works together.
The crew keep watches and set sails,
steer the ship, keep a lookout, scrub
decks and much more. Some of the
crew may be blind or deaf or have had a
stroke. They could be a t youngster or
an 80 year-old but any of them can, and
sometimes do, turn the wheel the wrong
way. You learn to check that any order
such as a helm order is carried
out correctly.
The sense of achievement our crew
get when they realise that they have
played a part in sailing the ship always
lls me with pride.
Almost anyone can sail on
one of their ships and they
are purpose-built to take
a crew of mixed physical
abilities.
Tall Ship Captain
Captain BARBARA CAMPBELL,
Tenacious
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The Liverpool Maritime Academy was
established in 2007 and is the latest
development in a long and distinguished
history of maritime education and training
on Merseyside, which can be traced back to
1892. In an innovative way, it brings together
the expertise of Liverpool John Moores
University (LJMU), the Lairdside Maritime
Centre and the Liverpool Logistics, Offshore
and Marine Centre. Each has its own area
of speciality, but skills and expertise are
shared when they can be used in this way
to best effect.
At the heart of its work is helping
people achieve their goal of securing
highly-paid employment in a dynamic and
ever-changing industry. There are 50,000
merchant ships in the world and these
create job opportunities for sea-based
careers, as well as shore careers including
ship management, consultancy, surveying,
marine insurance, port operations,
education, and research.
A good example of what is on offer is
the Nautical Science degree, which can
be studied as a Foundation Degree over
three years or a full honours degree over
four years. These sponsored degrees
provide funding for all fees, some nancial
support while at university, and guaranteed
employment during the cadetship. The
necessary academic knowledge is
provided for a seagoing career, including
the study of navigation, law, carriage of
goods, human resources, environmental
protection, seamanship and management.
The culmination of the programmes is the
degree, internationally recognised by the
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) for
the award of an Ofcer of the Watch (OOW)
Certicate of Competency.
Roy-Paul Anderson, one of the students
currently on the degree, is a cadet with
Holland-America Line. I was looking for
jobs online and saw the course advertised
and thought Id give it a go. I applied
directly and was accepted, subject to
nding an industrial sponsor. Ive enjoyed
everything about the course so far, the great
thing being that its so varied. My rst sea
phase began in April, eight months into the
course. I was working as a Trainee Deck
Ofcer, assisting an Ofcer of the Watch. It
was literally hands-on, doing the job that Ill
do immediately after nishing the course.
A strength of LJMU as a whole is its
commitment to the broadly-based skills
which will be of benet to the new graduate
in the workplace. Research into the jobs
market by the Vice Chancellors Ofce
with employers resulted in a package of
graduate skills practised and assessed by
all LJMU graduates. These are the basics
of the WoW initiative allowing all LJMU
students to have the opportunity to develop
high-level world of work (WoW) skills in
addition to their academic development.
These high-level WoW skills cover such
areas as leadership, professional and
business ethics, nance, entrepreneurship
and negotiation, skills which make LJMU
graduates most sought after when they set
out to develop their careers.
All undergraduate degrees at the
University now include graduate skills
development and work-related learning.
Programmes offered within the Liverpool
Maritime Academy framework are no
exception. Students are able to move into
the world of maritime business, nance
and law through the BSc (Hons) Maritime
Business and Management programme
or the more technical side through the
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Marine
Engineering programmes. Head of Maritime
and Logistics Programmes, Dr Steve
Bonsall commented; Students within
the Liverpool Maritime Academy have a
unique opportunity to experience academic
teaching, research and world-of-work skills
at the highest level in a rapidly developing
city where Logistics, Maritime and Marine
are at the heart of that development.
The academy is home to two specialist
centres. One, the Liverpool Logistics,
Offshore and Marine Centre is concerned
with in-depth research into aspects of the
logistics, maritime and marine industries,
particularly but not exclusively in the
crucially important area of risk assessment.
The second is the Lairdside Maritime
Centre, which is home to the UKs only
360 Full Mission Bridge Simulator. The
centre undertakes bespoke training for the
maritime industry, as well as the ongoing
training of ships pilots and ofcers
undergoing continuing professional training.
Feasibility studies into a variety of maritime
developments have been undertaken
including in the Mersey the Twelve Quays
berths, the new Floating Landing Stage
and the proposed Post-Panamax Container
Terminal Mersey river development. All this
research feeds down into the academic
programmes offered by the academy.
The various strands of the Liverpool
Maritime Academy are successful
enterprises in their own right and are
brought together at the heart of one of the
most exciting and student-centred cities
in the UK, making it an attractive choice
for students looking to enter this
industry sector.
Liverpool Maritime Academy
Advertorial Liverpool John Moores University
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Opportunities
Maritime leisure
Competitive sailing, powerboating,
surng, diving and boat buillding
are just some of the examples of the
activities in maritime leisure.
Do any of these appeal to you?
management of sailing and surfng
schools
equipment design, manufacture and
retailing
sports coaching
boat design and building
public marine safety
As you can see, not only are there
careers linked to sailing and diving but
theres all of the related equipment and
services that support them such as
engines, electronics, clothing, marinas
and water sports centres.
Some examples of the
career opportunities
available:
sail and/or power cruising instructor
yachtmaster instructor
yachtmaster examiner
dinghy instructor
windsurf instructor
skippers, mates, hostesses, engineers
for the large commercial yachts,
super yachts and otilla yachts
watersports manager or assistant
delivery skippers
delivery crew
safety boat crew
work boat crew & pilot launches
MCA inland shipping operators
MCA coxswain i.e. port authority &
river users
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MARITIME LEISURE
Maritime
leisure
he leisure marine industry
is very diverse and there is a
huge range of opportunities
available.
The industry covers a
wide variety of products
and services including:
superyachts
large luxury powerboats
motor cruisers, sports boats and RIBs
sailing boats
narrow boats
personal watercraft
sailing dinghies
engines
electronics
equipment design
clothing
marinas
diving
boat building
surfng
watersports centres and more!
Whilst most of the industry is located
in coastal areas, theres also a thriving
waterways industry based around the
countrys extensive network of canals, rivers
and lakes. Industry hot spots include the
South East, the South West, East Anglia,
Wales, Western Scotland, the Midlands and
the Thames Valley.
Marine tourism has become one of the
fastest growing areas within the tourism
industry. With the increased use of marine
environments for leisure and tourism comes
the need for people working in management,
planning, and sustainable development.
There is no set career pattern in the
marine leisure industry. People tend to
specialise in particular areas and expand
their experience, qualications and ability
as time goes on. Some people develop their
careers in one company whilst others move
from rm to rm. The boating industry
values people with a wide range of skills
and practical experience and those who
are prepared to work hard and use their
initiative. People-skills are especially
important for some jobs.
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Aquarist
BEN JONES, The Deep Aquarium, Hull
I was rst inspired to become an aquarist whilst away
in Australia in 2003 where I began to whittle down the
many careers out there by trying them out. I luckily landed
a volunteer position in Sydney aquarium where I quickly
discovered that this industry had the correct mix of science,
practical skill application and fun for me!
Prior to this discovery, I gained a BSc in Marine Biology
at The University of Wales, Bangor, and some years ago
had learned to dive, together giving me a good background
knowledge and skill base with which to enter the industry.
I came in as a trainee aquarist and was promptly sent on
a course to reafrm my rusty dive skills and bring me up to
PADI Dive Master level. The rest of the training was on the
job. Five years in and I now work as a senior aquarist in a
13 strong team within The Deeps husbandry department,
a team dedicated to ensuring the well-being of over 3,500
animals through exceptional daily care routines and pioneering
veterinary techniques.
The job is incredibly varied with duties ranging from
academic research to daily diving and hand feeding our
larger sharks and rays, with much time also dedicated to
maintaining their life support systems. The job demands a
highly practical approach and a love of problem solving is a
must! We frequently go home having been soaked and after
ve years I am pretty sure that I am immune to most bad
smells. Motivation for the job comes through being part of a
good team with common goals, who, lets face it, you spend
the majority of your life with.
The aim of my role is to further the understanding and
enjoyment of the worlds oceans through providing the public
with a window into the marine world. We strive to educate our
visitors through numerous exhibits and campaigns, and
take pride in working alongside many marine
conservational bodies.
The aquarium industry is international and each aquarium
will be different. I wouldnt say that there is a structured career
path within the industry but rather that its employees gain
motivation from a love of what they do and a desire to work
toward the positive promotion of our seas and raising public
awareness in key marine issues.
The job is incredibly varied with duties
ranging from academic research to daily
diving and hand feeding our larger sharks
and rays, with much time also dedicated to
maintaining their life support systems.
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MARITIME LEISURE
A DEGREE IN
YACHTING?
New 3 year Foundation Degree programme
unique to UKSA. Train for the top jobs in
yachting. Includes 2 years paid employment and
Foundation Degree, together with the highest
level of RYA / MCA certication.
What is it really like to study and work in
yachting? Find out from superyacht professionals
UKSA students and industry experts.
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Registered charity number: 299248
Sea Vision UK is a national campaign
with four main objectives:
to raise the public prole of the sea and
maritime activities;
to target awareness among the young,
the seed corn of our maritime future;
to provide strategy, direction and co-
ordination for education and careers
activity across the maritime sector, among
partner organisations and throughout the
regions and countries of the UK; and
to promote co-operation between all
relevant interests in pursuit of these
objectives.
Patron: HRH The Princess Royal
Boat Builder
OLIVER SHEPHARD, Apprentice,
CJ Broom & Sons
I have always wanted some kind of work relating to
boats and wood. I was lucky enough to be able to
do my school work experience at Broom Boats and
enjoyed every minute. Because I enjoyed the work, I
decided boat building would be the trade for me, as
I like working with my hands. When Brooms offered
me an apprenticeship, I was delighted as there are not
many qualied, experienced boat builders anymore.
I studied Boat Building at Lowestoft and Great
Yarmouth colleges for two years, I worked hard including
evenings at college to complete the work. Although
I have now completed my apprenticeship, I am still
learning new skills all the time. My training continues as
I have just completed Woodworking Machine, Manual
Handling, Hoist, Overhead Crane and Abrasive Wheel
courses at Brooms. These skills allow me to use more
equipment and make me more condent.
I feel the most positive aspect of my career is the
satisfaction of seeing the nished product and the
pleasure the customers show when they take delivery
of their boats. Knowing I have been part of the team
that produced these superb boats is brilliant.
In the future my career could advance to a charge
hand and then supervisor. Wherever the future takes
me, it would in some way involve boats.
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Luxury Yachts Crew
Manager
LUCY MEDD, Burgess
Whilst working in computer programming, I rst encountered
the need for, and my desire to work in, human resources.
Initially I studied and passed the PGDip HRM at Southbank
University, London and obtained graduate CIPD status. Five
years later (after I had forgotten the pain of studying for
the PGDip) I completed an MSc HRM, again at Southbank
University, and I also obtained Chartered Fellow CIPD status.
I went on to work for Cosco UK Ltd (Chinese Ocean
Shipping Company) as the HR Manager and subsequently
Deputy General Manager General Services, which gave me an
excellent grounding in the maritime sector.
I have been with Burgess for two and a half years
and I work in the Operational
Management Department but I
interact closely with all departments
in Burgess (new build, charter and
brokerage). My primary function is
to assist captains to manage the
crews on Burgess yachts under
operational management. This
means verifying that crew members
are suitably qualied and hold all the
relevant paperwork, dealing with any HR problems or issues
that occur on a day-to-day basis.
The superyacht industry is expanding at a rapid pace,
which in turn provides more opportunities for people to work
on yachts. Burgess has sponsored Ultimate Crew to encourage
more people to consider yachting as a career.
While there are ever-growing opportunities for employment
aboard yachts, it is much harder work than people rst
imagine. This is ultimately a service industry with some
tedious chores and extremely long hours. However this is
compensated by the glamorous side of the job, which is
travelling the world in style and meeting lots of people, some of
whom will remain friends for life. For those who see yachting
as a long-term career prospect, there are three different areas:
deck leading to captain; engineering leading to chief engineer;
and interior culminating in chief steward/ess.
Managing Director
CLIVE JOHNSON, Tacktick Ltd
I co-founded and run a business manufacturing wireless
electronics for the leisure marine market. There was a gap in
the market for solar powered electronics on dinghies my
brother and I were both keen dinghy sailors and we couldnt
understand why dinghies still
used very old-fashioned glass
ball compasses and no one
had designed a solar powered
digital compass so we did it
ourselves and started Tacktick
in 1996.
I trained to be an
Aeronautical Engineer at
Farnborough Aerospace
College since then I have
also done part of an MBA
through the Open University.
My brother who co-owns the
company is also an engineer
he did his degree at Cambridge
University and then went on to
do an MBA at Insead in France.
I look after the sales and marketing for Tacktick,
which is a world-leader in the design and manufacturer of
solar powered wireless electronics for boats.
My job entails managing the team, managing the
distributors, all the marketing for the company which
includes brochures, adverts, website, pr, mail shots, customer
mailings, exhibitions, international boat shows and events and
large regattas.
The most rewarding parts
of the job is winning awards,
such as the Queens Award for
Innovation in 2007 and being
presented with the award
by the Princess Royal at the
Southampton Boat Show. Also
knowing that all the Olympic
winners sail with our instruments
and think they are great.
This sector is a very broad
industry very friendly
and good for anyone from
engineers to designers to
marketing specialists to sailing
enthusiasts.
The superyacht
industry is expanding
at a rapid pace, which
in turn provides more
opportunities for people
to work on yachts.
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I was rst inspired to become a surf coach as I used to work
as a snowboard instructor in the USA and then my family
moved down to the coast in Devon and I started to surf for
recreation. So it was a natural step once I got more into the
sport, to start teaching it with my history of coaching in the
winter-time. I had always loved the sea and been a keen
competitive swimmer since I was a child. It was all a natural
step really.
I studied Oceanography at university, not to teach surng
as I didnt surf back then, just body-boarded sporadically.
I got that degree, also holding my AASI level 3 Snowboard
Instructor award, BSA level 4 Surf Coach award, Trainer
Assessor for the BSA, and also RLSS Beach Lifeguard award.
I have also received further training on child protection and
teaching people with disabilities, holding an enhanced CRB
(Criminal Records Bureau) check as well.
My job covers management, coaching, staff training,
and marketing and involves running a protable business,
in line with the BSA directives, providing the highest level of
safety and quality of surf lessons to individuals who come to
us for coaching from all levels, beginner to elite competitor
and instructor. I oversee all the staff members, and also
involve myself in day-to-day coaching when there is time,
especially with the promotional events and media coverage,
but also adaptive lessons and
community groups.
It is a very dynamic job,
where working with people
is the key to a successful
business. I can share my
passion for board sports
with everyone else who
decides to try this fantastic sport. It is highly rewarding and
environmentally/ socially aware, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
If you make it after one season there is plenty of work to
be had here, (as well as overseas) if you have good
references. It can open up many other doors into education
and sports coaching, sales/marketing opportunities within
the surng industry or even coastal management. We are at
the waters edge on a daily basis, more frequently than most
lifeguards, interacting with water, sand and people, managing
our resources all the time.
It is a very dynamic job, where
working with people is the key to a
successful business. I can share my passion
for boardsports with everyone else who
decides to try this fantastic sport.
Surf Coach
WILLIAM GILES, The British Surng Association
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ow about working
on board a
research ship?
Research ships
have onboard
facilities for
real-time data
collection and analysis, not to
mention access to information
supplied by remote sensing
equipment, including underwater
vehicles and satellites. Today,
advances in hydrographic surveying
techniques have enabled highly
accurate 3D mapping of the seabed
essential to support projects
valued at many millions of pounds.
Marine science also examines
tidal and coastal zones and their
impact on local communities.
Careers opportunities are
available for marine scientists
and engineers within port, and
harbour authorities, marine civil
engineering companies, ocean
equipment manufacturers and
other public services. Opportunities
also arise within universities,
research councils, international
organisations and environmental
pressure groups.
Marine technology includes
everything related to the design,
operation and control systems
of ocean structures and marine
vehicles, including marine and
electronic engineering and naval
architecture.
Naval architects design and
oversee the construction and
repair of marine craft and oating
structures such as passenger and
cargo ships, high-speed catamarans,
yachts and offshore platforms.
Marine and electronic engineers
design sensitive instruments for
measuring ocean currents and
incorporate them into marine
structures that can withstand
ocean currents, waves, tides and
severe storms.
IT expertise is also particularly
important with the development
of automatic electronic control
systems and robotics across
maritime industries.
H
Maritime science, engineering
& technology (SET)
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SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
The Society is an international
learned Society covering all aspects
of engineering, science and
technology that is relevant to the
underwater world, from the heavy
engineering of the oil & gas sector
to marine archaeology and biology.
Our members are in over 30
countries world-wide, with active
branches in Houston, Texas, Rio de Janeiro and Perth.
We run meetings, training courses and other means of learning
and networking in addition to publishing a learned Journal
Underwater Technology, books and other publications. We provide
a comprehensive guide to careers in all sectors of this diverse and
fascinating world, available on our website or at the address
below, as well as an annual Christmas Lecture for schools in
collaboration with the National Maritime Museum at Greenwich.
PLEASE CONTACT US AT
The Society for Underwater Technology, 80 Coleman Street,
London EC2R 5BJ
T 020 7382 2601
F 020 7382 2684
W sut.org
A future in marine science, engineering and technology
Marine science, engineering and technology
is about future sustainable use of the seas.
It offers challenging, diverse careers with
excellent employment prospects.
In the UK over 90% of all international
trade is carried in nearly one hundred
thousand ocean-going vessels, from
massive bulk cargo ships to the smallest
sea-canal barge. Along with energy,
defence and recreation the UK marine
industry is worth over 50 billion pounds
annually and employs some 400 000
people. Skilled people are needed to
operate ships or work offshore, but many
more are required in shore based jobs
that support these operations.
Design of ships, boats and other
offshore structures is one key area
of activity. Every year entirely new
ships appear and there is continuous
development to improve performance and
economy. There are millions of shing
vessels and workboats of all types. The
current boom in cruising has led to a
new generation of luxury passenger
vessels, and water sports of all types
are amongst the most popular leisure
activities in Britain.
More than 70% of the Earths surface
is covered by water and the deep
ocean has been described as the last
true frontier. The marine environment
presents challenging problems to animals
that live in the sea, to ships, and boats,
which sail on or under the sea and to
xed structures built in the sea. Biologists
and engineers study the seas so that
they can use this international resource
in a responsible and environmentally
sustainable way.
A modern ferry has been described as
a luxury hotel, built on a multi-storey car
park, on top of a power station, moving
at 40 kilometres per hour through a gale.
To design such a 20,000 tonne structure,
and then construct it in less than one
year requires a bewildering range of
technology and skills. All of these types
are designed in the UK.
Every use of the sea, needs the range
of skills available in marine technology
and the ability to integrate the work of
other engineering disciplines is essential.
Qualied marine engineers create
propulsion and control systems for ships,
oil platforms, underwater and offshore
vehicles. The latest computer methods for
monitoring and control are used to ensure
efciency and to minimise environmental
impacts.
Other professions include naval
architects who design and produce ships
and other marine vehicles. Offshore
engineers design and produce xed
and oating offshore oil production
installations. The marine environment is
a delicate balance and marine scientists
specialise in the study of the creatures
and plant life in the sea. Marine biology is
a subject that has interactions with many
other scientic disciplines.
Graduates from accredited
programmes of study in marine science
or technology can become professionally
qualied as Chartered Scientists (CSci)
or Chartered Engineers (CEng), after
a course of study approved by the
Institute of Marine Engineering,
Science and Technology (IMarEST) or
through the Royal Institution of Naval
Architects (RINA).
By Professor George Bruce, University of
Newcastle
School of Marine
Science and Technology
The school is the largest in the UK, has
the widest range of degree programmes
and an international reputation for
excellence in teaching and research.
Accredited Undergraduate degrees
MEng / B Eng / BSc
Marine Engineering
Marine Biology
Naval Architecture
Offshore Engineering
Small Craft Technology
Marine Environmental Engineering
Full or part-time postgraduate study,
taught or by research can lead
to MSc, MPhil, MRes or PhD
For more information:
Marine Science
J.E.Delany@ncl.ac.uk, +44(0)191 222 3053
Marine Technology
A.J.Murphy@ncl.ac.uk, +44(0)191 222 6718
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Looking for a career that combines travel, technology,
good pay, safe working conditions, responsibility, and real
opportunities to reach your full potential and gain promotion
to decision making level? Youve found it in the marine
contracting industry.
Working in an exciting, fast-paced, forward-
looking industry, your skills in engineering, science,
IT or mathematics will nd free rein. You could help to
construct the next generation of offshore installations for
the international oil and gas industry; be part of a team
operating technically advanced offshore construction,
installation and support vessels or remotely operated
vehicles; chart the sea and oceans; lay telecommunications
cables; or play a vital role as a life support technician to an
offshore diving team.
Theres a great range of roles, with a constant demand
for new entrants. Whats more, employers offer some of
the best training and development packages around and
have a cutting-edge approach to safety and environmental
protection.
The International Marine Contractors Association
represents over 500 companies in 50+ countries, their
website at www.imca-int.com/careers has a wealth of
information on the range of careers; what each entails; entry
requirements/qualications; real-life stories, case histories
and feature articles; videos and virtuals; advice on next
steps and much, much more.
Advertorial Global Careers
In Marine Contracting
Mechanical
Engineer
BARBARA MCINTYRE, BVT
I joined BVT in September 2005 as
a graduate mechanical engineer. My
rst placement was as a uid systems
engineer, it lasted six months and
was in the Type 45 destroyer auxiliary
systems design team. Since then I have
spent 10 months working in the design
team for the new aircraft carriers, two
months in test and commissioning and
the remainder of my time in business
development. The placements I have
chosen have allowed me to experience
the different stages in the design
of a new ship and the impact that
early decisions can have. One of the
most enjoyable parts of working in
engineering is visiting ships that are
in use and
talking to the
people who
live and work
on them. There
are plenty of
opportunities
for graduates in
all disciplines
to spend time
on the ships
during sea trials
and to visit ships which are in use. The
highlight for me has been visiting one
of the current aircraft carriers, the HMS
Ark Royal, during my placement in the
design team for the new aircraft carrier.
Throughout my time on the GDF I
have been supported in my development
as an engineer, Im working towards
gaining Chartered status with the
IMechE and have been able to
choose placements and development
opportunities which will contribute
to this. In addition to formal training I
have been able to get involved in some
of the charity events sponsored by
the company; these have ranged from
representing the company at a Navy
event to helping school children build
and race paper boats.
The most enjoyable parts
of working in engineering is
visiting ships that are in use
and talking to the people who
live and work on them.
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We require enthusiastic graduate
engineers and scientists with the right
credentials to work in the business of
safeguarding the UK and its interests.
In the Ministry of Defence there is a
huge variety of work to suit a number
of engineering and science disciplines.
We are responsible for some of the
largest and most technically advanced
projects in the UK. With the MoD youll
be condent that you have the support
of an organisation that has trained,
developed and launched a huge
number of graduates into successful
careers in engineering and science
over many years.
We are: The Ministry of Defence,
Defence Engineering and Science Group.
Organisation description: Central
Government. The DESG is the community
of thousands of Engineers and Scientists
within the Ministry of Defence.
DESG offers you many
benets including:
1. Probably the very best graduate
development scheme for engineers and
scientists available in the UK fully
accredited by IMechE, IET, ICE, RINA, IoP
and RAes.
2. Huge investment in you. Over and
above your salary, the investment in
support of your personal professional
development will be around 20,000
per year!
3. An accelerated path to Chartered
status in your Engineering or
Science profession.
Salary: Competitive.
Work Locations:
MoD sites across the UK and
sometimes abroad.
Degree Disciplines Required:
A multitude of engineering disciplines are
required. Also, science disciplines with
an emphasis on Physics. Please see
www.desg.mod.uk (and click Graduate
Opportunities/Graduate Scheme/
Graduate Fact Sheet for
details of the huge range of Degree
Disciplines required).
Application procedure:
On-line application via our website
www.desg.mod.uk (Click How To Apply).
Application Deadline:
Visit our website www.desg.mod.uk
(and Click How To Apply/
Application Dates).
Undergraduate Sponsorship:
We also offer Undergraduate
Sponsorship (please see our website
and click Student Opportunities
for details).
The MoD is an Equal
Opportunities Employer.
We have the technology
Advertorial Global Careers
In Marine Contracting
Oil & Gas Engineer
CHRISTINE BENFIELD, Brown and Root
Engineering Services
I rst became interested in the marine environment when I
failed to get grades in A-level suitable for medicine.
As a woman applying for jobs, I only got three interviews
from over 40 job applications even though I got a rst
class honours degree, BEng (Hons) the best of these
was within Brown and Root which specialises in offshore
engineering. They were positively recruiting women to balance
the workplace.
The greatest job satisfaction comes from continuity of
work from conception of ideas, through making drawings,
documents, calculations and so on, to nally building, installing
and using the system. This is a great combination of design
ofce, site work and offshore work. Working in small teams is
especially rewarding.
A personal landmark was when, earlier in my career I
achieved chartered status in the minimum time. I now measure
my achievement in terms of the success of the projects to
which Im assigned.
To be involved in marine engineering, science and
technology, I think you need a challenging but logical mind,
with an interest in the eld. Dealing with clients and team
management requires interpersonal skills including diplomacy
and patience. Engineering demands a systematic approach but
creativity and innovation are rewarded.
The rewards include:
helping to make projects happen which is satisfying,
especially when you see them through from the drawing
board to production
successful projects enhance your career development
the oil and gas industry has good fnancial rewards.
I dont believe in constraining myself by setting
expectations. If you believe anything is possible you are half
way there.
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
Looking to launch
a new career?
Were looking for enthusiastic men and women with
a sense of adventure to embark on exciting careers
as Engineering Ofcers and Deck Ofcers.
Degree/Training Sponsorship
all course fees paid
generous subsistence allowance
mentoring and support by a dedicated team
worldwide travel opportunities
Once Qualied
starting salary over 24K
excellent benets and rewards
on-going training & career development
For further information contact:
BP Maritime Services (Isle of Man) Limited on
01624 630550 or E-mail: shipcareers@bp.com
quoting ref: EOT/01/08
beyond petroleum

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Naval Architect
DAVID M CANNELL, David M Cannell &
Associates
After long and serious consideration on what I wanted to
do with my life, I decided to become a naval architect. I rst
studied physics at London University attaining a BSc Honours
Degree. Physics is a wonderful background subject for any
of the sciences. I have always been fascinated by the marine
world and come from a naval family and thus I decided
after the physics degree then to study naval architecture
and attained Membership of the Royal Institution of Naval
Architects. As I was keen to specialise in yachts and small
craft I joined Lloyds Register of Shipping, Yacht Department
and became a trainee surveyor
but also worked in the Plan
Approval Department. I was
given a number of special
projects including development
of rules for yachts and small
craft but perhaps small is a
misnomer as even in those days,
we looked at structures and t
out for vessels of a 100m length.
Work we specialise in
now also involves small craft,
generally vessels less than say
150m. The work does involve
super yachts of all sizes and
some very large yachts are now
building. The work also involves naval
architecture and survey for commercial
vessels including patrol, coast guard and
pilot boats.
The projects we undertake are very
diverse, ranging from design of sail boats
to investigating stability problems with
very large motor yachts. It also involves
surveying vessels of up to approximately
150m, investigating and advising on technical problems and
overseeing new vessels during build. At this ofce we have
designed vessels ranging from a bathysphere high pressure
submersible to a sail training vessel. Personally, I get involved
these days more in expert witness work for cases largely
involving disputes related to yachts, both power and sail and
also occasionally arbitration work.
The most positive aspect of my career has been the great
diversity of work and interesting problems encountered,
coupled with the ability to meet so many people worldwide.
The marine world, particularly with regard to small craft, is in
certain ways a niche eld and it is possible to come across
the same people in different parts of the world over a number
of years.
Career prospects in the marine industry are very diverse
at all levels. Naval architects work can involve anything from
designing a small sail boat to working on the design of an oil
rig or very large container ship. There are excellent training
facilities in this country and British naval architects will be
found worldwide. The Royal Institution of Naval Architects
based in London but with branches worldwide will support and
advise would be naval architects entering the industry.
The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology
(IMarEST) was formed in the London Docks by Marine
Engineers in 1889. Since that day it has been heavily involved
supporting Marine Engineers, and more latterly Marine
Scientists and Technologists, as well with information and
knowledge. IMarEST has also played a big role in setting and
administering standards for the worlds marine professionals
through its various registers of assessed members.
With over 50% of its 15,000 members based in the UK
IMarEST is a strong believer in Sea Vision UKs aims and
objectives and looks to promote marine careers and industry in
the UK.
To this end it provides an employment service for its
members, careers advice to schools, universities and students
and a special networking organisation known as Marine
Partners for industry.
In addition to running an internationally recognised
professional recognition framework the IMarEST also supplies
many other benets for its members and the public at large. It
is a leading publisher of marine technical magazines and text
books and runs a range of conferences and seminars to keep
the marine professional up dated. While at a local level it has 18
branches based around the UK running technical lectures, visits
and social functions. These are all aimed at helping individuals
stay up to date and appreciate the value of the sea. Details may
of course be found on the Institutes website: www.imarest.org
IMarEST wishes Sea Vision UK and all its members the
greatest success in raising our awareness of the sea and all it
has to offer.
Advertorial IMAREST
The Institute of Marine
Engineering, Science &
Technology. The information
network and knowledge hub
for all Marine Professionals and
those looking for a challenging
career with the sea. With
over 15000 members world
wide we can give access
to a sea of knowledge.
Please contact us at
IMarEST HQ
80 Coleman Street
London
EC2R 5BJ

T: +44 (0) 20 7383.2600
E: Info@imarest.org
W: www.imarest.org
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Survival Craft Inspectorate is a leading authority
on the manufacture, repair and maintenance
of lifeboats and marine survival equipment.
It is located on the Aberdeenshire coast in
the village of Findon where it has extensive
facilities for the development and manufacture
of lifeboat technology. The company also has
facilities in Houston, Stavanger and Singapore
and its engineers travel throughout the world
to undertake the maintenance and installation of lifeboats on
commercial ships and offshore oil installations.
Survival Craft also led the industry with the introduction of a
new lifeboat release hook mechanism. Safelaunch was developed
to improve the safety of seafarers who had been vulnerable
to accidents through the failure of existing release hooks. The
companys initiative subsequently pioneered a world-wide move
to improve lifeboat maintenance, which should make a signicant
contribution to maritime safety.
Survival Craft Inspectorate manufactures a comprehensive range
of lifeboats, rescue craft and davits and specialises in creating
solutions to difcult installation and engineering problems. The
company provides this as a comprehensive service to shipyards
and vessel operators, who are assured that all safety-critical
equipment is professionally installed anywhere in the world.
The companys expertise in safety technology also enables
it to provide a comprehensive contract maintenance service
for the operators of ships and offshore facilities. The company
will undertake to perform the routine maintenance of all safety
equipment and reassure the client that this important aspect of its
business is in good hands.
Advertorial Survival
Craft Inspectorate Trainee SCADA
Technician
TOM GREEDY, British Waterways
My current position of trainee SCADA (Supervisory
Control and Data Acquisition) technician at British
Waterways follows a four-and-a-half year mechanical
and electrical engineering apprenticeship programme
with the organisation.
I was rst inspired to join British Waterways as
the position offered me the chance to work whilst
attending college. Its a really varied scheme, and
theres a combination of the manual, hands-on
aspects of the job alongside an academic plan that
allows you to study for recognised qualications.
Being out and about on the waterways was also
important; theres beautiful scenery and you meet a
whole range of people.
I found out about the apprenticeship scheme from
a Connexions magazine, but then did some further
research into the organisation it was listed by The
Times as one of the top 100 places to work, and it
has a good reputation locally too.
I started the scheme in 2003, aged 16, straight
from school and now after ve years I have
completed my NVQ level 2 & 3 in operations and
maintenance engineering, BTEC First Diploma in
Operations and Maintenance Engineering, and a BTEC
National Certicate. British Waterways is supporting
me to undertake a foundation degree in electronics
and control systems.
I currently work in the SCADA team (Supervisory
Control and Data Acquisition) within British
Waterways. SCADA in British Waterways is used for
monitoring a variety of equipment and circumstances
found within the waterways. This ranges from
monitoring ow rates, levels, lockages and pumping
stations to the amount of people and boats that use
the canal network.
Its important that we use water as effectively as
possible; its a resource that we need to conserve,
and part of my role is related to ensuring we get the
most out of the water we have in our system. I work
on-site a lot, managing contractors to ensure our
monitoring equipment is maintained and installed
to a high standard to ensure it can provide us with
accurate and appropriate information. I also provide
technical support to local waterways.
British Waterways is a good place to work; the
positive parts of the job include the variety. Im
supported in gaining more and better qualications,
and I think I have good future prospects.
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
Advertorial IMAREST
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Marine Biologist
HEIDI PARDOE, Marine Research Institute
I graduated from the School of Ocean and Earth Science
with a rst-class BSc in Marine Biology and Oceanography in
2005. At the end of the second year there was an opportunity
to spend three months at the Institute of Ocean Sciences,
Vancouver Island, and I was fortunate to be one of the students
who went to Canada. It was an unforgettable experience
and I was able see rst-hand the application of what we had
been taught at the NOC. Participation in a sheries research
survey conrmed
that I wanted to
pursue a career
in sheries
science. So I was
extremely pleased
when I was
offered a NERC-
funded position on
the MRes Marine
and Fisheries
Science at the University of Aberdeen on completion
of my degree. However, I never began this course as I
was later offered a PhD position at the Marine Research
Institute and University of Iceland, Reykjavik.
Part of the European Research Training Network, FishACE,
with Marie-Curie funding, my four-year PhD focuses on
sheries-induced adaptive changes in Icelandic cod and offers
fantastic opportunities within Iceland and across Europe to
advance my theoretical and practical training in evolutionary
biology and sheries science and gain invaluable contacts
within the eld.
BSc Marine Biology and Oceanography was a really
interesting and challenging degree, which provided teaching
in both a broad range of subjects and more specialised areas;
all necessary for my future career. The advice and support
provided by many of the lecturers at the NOC denitely helped
me to decide which route I wanted to follow on completion
of my degree and how to go about doing this. I thoroughly
enjoyed my time at the NOC and have no doubt that the
excellent theoretical and practical training we gained whilst
studying within the School of Ocean and Earth Science and
NOC have enabled me to successfully achieve this competitive
PhD position.
eventy per cent of
the Earths surface
is covered by
oceans and seas.
We are reliant on
our oceans and
seas for many
things, although most importantly
for food, exploitable energy sources
(such as wind power, oil and gas)
and tourism revenue. It is easy to
see, therefore, how our health and
the health of our planet depends in
no small part on the condition of
our oceans and seas.
The worlds oceans contain
some of the richest areas of
biodiversity. Our seas are already
showing the effects of climate
change and we must ensure that
marine ecosystems are sufciently
healthy to be resilient in the face of
changing conditions.
The UK has one of the worlds
richest marine environments. As an
island nation we are responsible for
a sea area over three times larger
than our land area. It includes
shallow coastal waters and ocean
depths of over 2,000 metres as far
as 350 nautical miles (650 km) off
the north-west of Scotland. We
have about 20,000 km of coastline
(roughly equivalent to half way
round the world). Over 8,000
animal and plant species have
been recorded in our seas and
the number continues to grow as
scientists discover more life in our
oceans.
We have a moral and ethical
obligation to conserve the marine
environment for future generations.
Marine renewable energy
Traditional sources of energy such as
oil, gas and coal are not renewable:
they will eventually run out. They
also cause pollution by releasing
huge quantities of carbon dioxide and
other pollutants into the atmosphere.
The wind and waves are renewable
sources of energy and dont cause
pollution. The energy from waves
alone could supply all of mankinds
electricity needs many times over. The
government aims to have 20% of all
our energy coming from renewable
sources by 2020 and as a nation we
are ideally placed to take advantage
of the sea as a resource.
There are many careers and
jobs working in the marine energy,
environment and conservation
sector; read on to see some of the
types of jobs available...
S
Marine
environment &
conservation
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MARINE ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION
Wave Power Developer
PAUL CATTERALL, Npower Renewables Ltd
The sea has always been a subject of great interest for me
from an early age. Were an island nation with a wealth of
natural resource, and as a keen recreational yachtsman, I
frequently experience the awesome natural power of the waves
and strong tidal streams. I believe that this energy could be
harnessed to generate clean renewable power, helping the UK
to build a sustainable supply of renewable electricity for the
future. I also wanted a job where there is the opportunity to
work outdoors some of the time, rather than permanently being
in an ofce.
I graduated in 2001 from the University of Southampton
with a BSc Honours Degree in Geography, then worked for
a year to nance a Masters Degree in Management from
the University of Bath in 2002. I joined a RWE Graduate
Development Scheme in September 2003, and have since
worked in various areas of the companys UK businesses.
I now work as a marine developer in the marine
development eld of npower renewables. Our remit is to seek
out opportunities to develop innovative marine energy schemes
essentially novel ways of extracting natural energy from the
sea in the form of wave power, tidal streams and the potential
energy provided by tidal ranges.
My job entails developing schemes from the initial seed
of an idea through to securing consent to build a marine
renewable project from the relevant authorities. Because
the marine renewable industry is still in early stages of
development, this role involves working with technology
companies to develop plans to deploy their machines into
a potential site where there are sufcient natural energy
resources to make a commercially viable project. I also spend
a lot of time keeping a watch over the development of marine
technologies, and over the politics and policies which govern
our industry and will help to make our projects a reality.
Its really positive to feel that youre involved in an industry
near the beginning, and that there is the potential to develop
a career in renewables that will make a difference to the way
we generate electricity for our nations needs. Because of the
global resources for wave and tidal power, there is also the
sense that youre working in an industry that could change the
way the world looks at energy generation, and that you could
have played your part in protecting the environment from the
negative effects of CO
2
emissions. Its also really good to work
with lots of like-minded people who are enthusiastic about
making change happen, regardless of how hard it might be
to achieve.
Theres a real need for people who have the enthusiasm,
adaptability, interest, knowledge and capacity to learn to work
in the renewables industry at the moment. Particularly in
demand are engineers, although the industry also needs people
with skills in project management, environmental management
and sustainable development, and the ability to make change
happen. What were working on now is a new industry, and a
major change in the way we generate our electricity needs,
for our and future generations so that has to be worth
the gamble.
Because of the global resources for wave and
tidal power, there is also the sense that youre
working in an industry that could change the
way the world looks at energy generation.
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The job opportunity arose for this position and having lived in
Orkney all my life and the job ideally suiting my line of work,
I applied for the post. My family have always been connected
with the maritime industry and I have always had a keen
interest in it myself. I am also a volunteer with the RNLI on the
Stromness Lifeboat crew. The added bonus was that the job
was for a company that really would put Orkney on the map
and was going to be interesting and benecial to the future of
the planet, and this also drew me to it.
I studied for two years at Jewel & Esk Valley College in
Edinburgh gaining an HND in Electrical Engineering. I put a
lot of this knowledge into my rst real job when I worked for
a local electrical contractor
for four years after nishing
my HND. I am always doing
new training and courses in
this job, having done courses
in Fibre Optic testing, subsea
cable training, AutoCAD
drawing, IFIX Fundamentals
for SCADA systems and loads
more to come as the company expands.
I am based in the marine renewables sector. EMEC is the
rst (and currently only) wave and tidal test facility in the world.
I am responsible for ensuring the availability and proper
functioning of all facilities and equipment associated with
testing. I also maintain IMS records for all asset-related and
maintenance activity.
The fact that the marine renewables industry is a new
and up and coming one always provides challenges.
Because deploying wave and tidal devices is a new skill,
there are always problems to work around with developers,
from deployment techniques to cable handling to electrical
connections and so on.
With the EU and UK Government aim of having 20% of
energy requirements being generated from renewables by
2020, I see a good future in the marine renewables industry.
Indeed, here in Scotland, the Scottish Government has the aim
of making sure that 50% of Scottish demand for electricity
should be met from renewable sources by 2020, with a
milestone of 31% by 2011. I have a good outlook for my future
at the moment. Its here in Scotland, and more importantly for
me, in my home island!
Marine Scientist
Conservation
Dr SILVANA BIRCHENOUGH, CEFAS
I work on R&D projects to develop applied science. Cefas
(Centre for Environment, Fisheries & Aquaculture Science)
provides a wide variety of opportunities to carry out high-
quality science; there is a good mixture of interdisciplinary
teams that allows you to work with colleagues of different
backgrounds, expertise and state of the art-technology.
Cefas is an internationally renowned aquatic scientic
research and consultancy centre. It is a prime source of high
quality science used to conserve and enhance the aquatic
environment, promote sustainable management of its natural
resources, and protect the public from aquatic contaminants.
Part of my duties are to provide authoritative scientic
advice to Defra, other government departments, industry and
its consultants on matters relating to human impacts on the
marine environment, on activites such as dredged material
disposal, constructions (including off-shore windfarms) and
aggregate extraction areas.
I have always been very impressed by Cefass family-
friendly policies, opportunities for professional development
and multicultural
environment, as well as
colleagues who really care
about you its not hard to
see why I continue working
for Cefas.
My day can be quite
varied but usually starts
around 8.30-9.30am when
I read my emails, deal with
other requests, conduct data
analysis and write reports
or articles. Additionally, I do
advisory work and, depending on the tasks for the day, I attend
meetings. Im enjoying an interesting career here, and for me
a highlight has been winning a Winston Churchill Travelling
Fellowship, which has enabled me to visit worldwide centres
of excellence to develop links related to the Sediment Prole
Camera (SPI) to develop applied science.
If someone said they were thinking of joining Cefas, Id
certainly encourage them to do so. Professionally I would
advise them to identify an area of interest and work hard
to put their own mark on it in order to reach a successful
development of the area.
Marine Renewable Technician
ROY TEMPLE, European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd
The added bonus was that the job was for
a company that really would put Orkney on
the map and was going to be interesting and
benecial to the future of the planet, and this
also drew me to it.
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Fisheries
Conservation
Ofcer
SAM WILDING,
Marine Conservation
Society (MCS)
I have always been interested in the
marine environment, which is probably
down to my parents. We have always
gone on holiday in the UK and I can
remember rock pooling in Cornwall with
my dad from the age of about four. As I
grew older I started surng and shing,
both leading to a greater enjoyment and
appreciation for the sea.
I have a BSc honours degree in
Marine Biology, and an MSc in Shellsh
Biology, Fisheries and Culture.
I work in the eld of sheries,
although the organisation I work
for covers all aspects of marine
conservation and is the only UK charity
dedicated to the protection of the
marine environment. Overshing is a
major threat to the marine environment;
however there is a growing demand
for seafood from a growing global
population. My job, along with the other
members of the sheries team, is to
work with all sectors of the seafood
industry to develop a sustainable shing
industry that will lead to a healthy
marine environment, whilst ensuring
livelihoods for shermen and food for a
growing population.
The primary focus of my job is to
provide advice to UK consumers on the
sustainability of seafood that is available
to them. The main outputs from this are
our website: www.shonline.org and
our Pocket Good Fish Guide. Many of
the major retailers look to us for advice
on the sustainability of seafood that
they sell, as it becomes increasingly
important to consumers.
I have a lot of contact with the
media, including journalists and
researchers, particularly for celebrity
chefs. It is not as glamorous as you
might think, but its certainly something
you might not expect as a marine
conservationist!
Conservation Centre
Assistant
LAUREN DAVIS, Devon Wildlife Trust
I studied Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology at Plymouth
University and throughout my study, learnt to dive. After
completing a Marine Biology degree, I carried out some
voluntary work in Crete working towards sea turtle
conservation. Since academic study, I have carried out various
voluntary positions such as working with Finding Sanctuary, a
project to develop a network of marine protected areas within
the South West and Cornwall Wildlife Trust, helping to
manage a basking shark project. I have also worked as
a Marine Education ranger on a trainee scheme which
allowed me to gain an NVQ in Environmental Conservation and
undertake training courses such as RYA level 2 Powerboat,
Snorkelling instructor course and MapInfo professional (GIS)
which I now use on a daily basis.
My role within DBRC is to provide information to clients
on species and habitats within the terrestrial and marine
environment. A large part of my role is receiving and managing
data and using it to provide reports which will be used by
decision makers in conservation. I also co-ordinate Seaquest
South West for Devon. This is a project run jointly
by Devon and Cornwall Wildlife Trust, which aims to
gather information from sea watchers on sightings and
strandings of whales, dolphins, seals, sharks, jellysh
and turtles in the South West. I will take these records
over the phone and email, validate the information and
then record them into our database which, will then be
used for analysis for a newsletter which comes out twice
a year.
The most rewarding part of my job is most denitely
being in the position to hear about exciting marine
sightings throughout Devon, and knowing that the
information I will provide to clients will be used to make
important decisions about the marine environment that I
feel so passionately about.
Career and job prospects in the marine conservation
industry really all depend on which route you would like
to take and how far away you are willing to go. However,
opportunities are ever expanding in this sector!
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life on the ocean
wave? As well
as careers in the
Merchant Navy
or the Royal Navy
to think about,
there are other
opportunities such as the towage
industry and workboats operating
in inland and coastal waters, as
well as shing which involves
sailing in ocean, coastal and inland
waters to catch not only sh but
crustacea and molluscs too.
The Merchant Navy is the
collective term for the shipping
industry and includes passenger
ships such as ferries and cruise
liners, container ships, tankers (oil,
gas and chemical), bulk carriers
and specialised vessels. You could
be an ofcer or a member of the
crew, work as an engineer or deck
ofcer or be part of the hospitality
and support services all roles that
work as a team to ensure the safe
A
Sea
going
operation of the ship and delivery
of its cargo or passengers.
An ofcer in the Royal Navy
is trained as a specialist to
perform key operational roles,
with management responsibility
for people and state-of-the-art
equipment.
Specialists in the Royal Navy
and Royal Marines work together
to carry out vital work in ships,
submarines, aircraft, naval
air stations and shore-based
establishments.
And with seafaring expertise
you can also get many shore-based
jobs should you decide to move
on for example, marine pilots,
harbour masters, ship surveyors,
ship management and government
departments including the Marine
Accident Investigation Branch
and the Maritime and Coastguard
Agency. Sea going experience
often provides a rm footing into
maritime business careers.
As well as careers in
the Merchant Navy
or the Royal Navy to
think about there are
other opportunities
such as shing which
involves sailing in ocean,
coastal and inland
waters to catch not
only sh but crustacea
and molluscs too.
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SEA GOING
The Merchant Navy Training Board is
the national body representing the UK
Shipping Industry in the development,
promotion and implementation of
professional seafarer training. The
Board provides an authoritative
centre of expertise and information
on careers, qualications, training
opportunities, training provision and
skill needs and issues in the industry.
Shipping is a major world industry
and over 90% of world trade is carried
by sea. Within a global marketplace
the British shipping industry competes
successfully in commercial terms, with
a diverse eet and companies that
are world-leaders in all categories of
shipping.
The industry is well managed,
technologically advanced and
committed to respecting the
environment. It relies on a core of
highly competent British seafarers
drawn from all parts of the UK and
educated and trained at one of the
small number of specialist and world-
renowned maritime colleges and
universities in the UK. Recent years
have seen a dramatic increase in the
size of the British eet and also the
recruitment numbers of new trainee
seafarers.
Opportunities exist within the
industry for entrants at all levels, from
those looking for qualications at
degree level to those without formal
qualications. The main entry route
is the Foundation Degree / Scottish
Professional Diploma course for
ofcer trainees. This course, with its
combination of degree-level academic
study as well as plenty of practical
training at sea, has proved popular
with those young people who want a
degree with a difference. It is available
for Navigating (Deck) Ofcers,
Engineer Ofcers and (as from 2009)
Electro-Technical Ofcers.
Courses are all fully sponsored
and therefore enable ofcer
trainees to acquire not only their
academic, but also their professional
seafarer qualications, without the
encumbrance of student debt.
For more information go to:
www.careersatsea.org or call:
0800 085 0973.
Sea an exciting career
Advertorial Merchant Navy Training Board
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British shipping is an industry of the
future well managed, technologically
advanced and committed to respecting
the environment.
Ships carry 77 per cent of world
trade and seaborne trade is forecast to
almost double over the next 15 years.
The shipping industry depends
upon a core of highly competent and
professional British seafarers who are
respected worldwide for their high
standards, the quality of their training,
their ability and their judgment.
Opportunities exist NOW for capable
and enthusiastic young people to
train to manage and operate modern
and technically sophisticated ships.
The prospects for development of a
worthwhile and rewarding career
are excellent.
Your training will be carried out
at one of the UK nautical colleges or
university, combined with practical
experience aboard ships at sea. You
will be sponsored throughout your
training for work in deck (navigation),
engineering or electro-technical roles
as an ofcer or as a rating (a skilled
seafarer holding a post with a lower
level of responsibility).
As an island nation,
and with our long
and respected
maritime history, we
have a central role
to play in the worlds
maritime activity.
Deck Ofcer Trainees
CAMERON SCOTT, BP Shipping
I grew up with the Merchant Navy in the family my father
is a Captain. At rst I wanted to work in construction but one
morning I woke up and decided to go to sea. So I applied
and here I am. My training course lasts nearly three years
including three phases at sea, each four months long. So far
Im enjoying the interaction with ships ofcers and crew you
meet many different people from different cultures and learn
a lot about their lifestyles. Some of the conversations one can
have at sea are diverse and unusual which makes it interesting.
I had a wonderful experience on my second trip my
rst shore leave was Sydney and I spent
an afternoon climbing Sydney Harbour
Bridge. On board, music and my laptop
help me relax and I have my St. Andrews
Cross ag to make me feel at home. Being
away for such a long time isnt everyones
cup of tea you need to be sure you can
handle that. The feeling you get when you
arrive back home after four months away
is like nothing on this earth. My feeling is that anyone
considering a career at sea should ask advice from people
at sea, especially cadets. This life is not all about travel.
JAMIE LONGDEN, BP Shipping
I rst started thinking about going
to sea six months before starting
training. Id been accepted at
university to study human genetics
but I wasnt sure it was right for
me. Then a family friend suggested
this career. I researched it and
decided I wanted to try it. Learning new things is the best part
of the job. And seeing places that my friends wish they could
go to. I spent a lot of time in Singapore on my rst trip and
found the people friendly and the weather good. Also, nothing
bad can be said about the amount of money you can save on
board! There are downsides having to live and work with the
same people for a long time, for example, and not having new
people to interact with. It can be hard work and the hours are
long. You need to be committed to your choice and condent
you can handle being away from family/friends.
The British
Shipping Industry
Merchant Navy
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SEA GOING
The Marine Society & Sea Cadets, the UKs largest
maritime charity, works with professional seafarers
and young people to offer a range of learning and
development opportunities through distance learning.
We understand the challenges of taking on education
while at sea, and our dedicated College of the
Sea offers distance learning and financial support
to UK seafarers.
If youre thinking of broadening your educational
horizons and want to know more about whats
on offer, visit www.mscos.ac.uk or email us at
education@ms-sc.org for details of how we
can take you further.
The Marine Society & Sea Cadets,
transforming the lives of those it serves.
The Marine Society & Sea Cadets
202 Lambeth Road, London SE1 7JW
Tel 020 7654 7000 | Email info@ms-sc.org | www.ms-sc.org
Registered charity numbers: England &Wales 313013, Scotland SC037808
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Leaving school in the next year or so? Going
for A levels, Scottish Highers or the equivalent?
Want to study for a degree as well as train as
a professional mariner? The Conway MN Trust
offers sponsored training to become a Deck or
Engineer ofcer, including (if qualied) study
towards a Maritime or Marine Engineering degree.
Conway a registered charity dates back to
1859 and over the years many thousands of
young people have been trained, educated and
then qualied as Merchant Navy Ofcers.
Since the 1990s the Conway MN Trust, has offered
full sponsorship to young school leavers wishing to
become Deck or Engineer Ofcers and we are now
solely focussed on the Degree schemes. Conway
works with a number of prominent UK shipping
companies who provide the seagoing element
of the industry approved training schemes.
If you are leaving school in 2009 you can make
provisional application now for September 2009 entry.
CONWAY
MN TRUST
Guest Services Manager
JULIE SHERRINGTON, Royal Caribbean
Cruise lines
I am not really sure why I came to sea! I just seemed to drift
into it. I started as a hairdresser onboard and moved over to
Guest Relations after two years. I have worked my way up to
Guest Services Manager, and really love the job.
I personally did not study or have any specic qualications
other than a good all round, friendly personality. I think
personality and the ability to deliver and want to give world
class service is far more important that qualications. You
must be a people person and want to please guests in order to
succeed in this position. Ask yourself the question do I actually
like people?, if the answer is NO, then choose a new career!
I work in the hotel side, the equivalent of a front desk in a
hotel. My job entails dealing with escalated guest concerns,
emergencies, action with guests and so on. I also manage a
team of 35 staff including, international ambassador, group
coordinator, print shop, concierge, front desk, telecomms.
The best part about the job is that no two days are ever the
same. The travelling, meeting people crew and guests from all
over the world is amazing
It could lead to hotel management in the outside world,
executive customer service manager and becoming a travel
consultant. With the travel and people knowledge it opens up a
huge window of opportunity.
The best part about the job is that no two days are ever the same. The travelling,
meeting people crew and guests from all over the world is amazing.
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Deck Ofcer
Trainee
THOMAS FEAKINS, Holland
America Line
I rst decided to work on a cruise
ship as I enjoy travel and a job that
challenges me; it has to be different
everyday. Working on a cruise ship and
studying at college has enabled me to
ll these criteria.
I am currently studying for my
Ofcer Of the Watch (OOW) at
Warsash Maritime College. This is a
qualication that enables me to be a
navigation ofcer onboard any size ship
anywhere in the world. I also qualify
with a Foundation Degree in Maritime
Operations Management.
Whilst at sea I am part of the
Navigation Department, ensuring the
safe navigation of a cruise ship and up
to 2,200 passengers.
On board I carry out and assist in a
number of jobs that enable me to have
a wide knowledge and understanding of
the roles of a deck ofcer once I qualify.
Daily jobs include: assisting with the
bridge watch ofcer, navigation, safety
and lifesaving maintenance and also
contact with the passengers hosting
dinner tables and many more!
Whilst at college I study
aspects of navigation, cargo,
shipboard management, stability
and meterology.
I enjoy travelling around the world
on a cruise ship, with great gyms
and facilities on board, meeting some
very interesting people and working
as part of a highly motivated team. As
a qualied Ofcer I will be on a four
month on, two month off rotation.
Oh and nearly forgotgood tax
free pay, no-one likes to work
for free!
There are a great many opportunities
for qualied British deck and engine
ofcers so from here I can move to
different types of shipping anywhere
in the world. There are also a number
of opportunities back on land, in ship
construction, insurance and ship
chartering.
Port Presenter
ROSEMARY REDI, P&O Cruises
I am a Port Presenter currently onboard Arcadia and I work in
the Shore Excursions department. My typical contract length
is approximately three or four months at sea with four weeks
leave at home in between. What I like most about life at sea
is constant change and new horizons, but especially
wonderful colleagues throughout the eet smart, funny,
interesting people from so many departments who enrich my
life. I also like sharing my enthusiasm for the ports and the
tours with passengers via the lectures and one-two-ones.
What I like least is the unreality of it all and when I go on
leave, I have to shop for myself, cook for myself again it can
take some getting used to. Also what I like least about my role
is the extra hours it takes to write and update presentations!
My uniform consists of a business suit on Sea days and
a polo shirt and cargo pants on port days. There are times
when I am not required to be in uniform such as during the
evening functions on deck when I follow passenger rig of the
day Formal, Semi Formal and Smart Casual. I can take my
breaks in both passenger and crew areas, because my role is
very passenger-facing and I have access to passenger areas.
My main responsibilities are to present informative lectures
to the passengers about our ports of call and the excursion
programme. I work with my shore excursion colleagues at the
desk selling tickets and giving information, assist in dispatch of
the tours and participating in tours as much as possible. I also
attend cocktail parties onboard as part of my responsibilities.
My sea day normally starts at 8.30am and nishes at
8.00pm. My port day normally starts at 7.15am and nishes at
8.00pm. In addition, I work in the evenings on presentations,
as and when required. This can be up to seven nights per 15
night cruise.
I would recommend anyone to work at sea because theres
a big world out there!
What I like most about life at sea is constant
change and new horizons, but especially
wonderful colleagues throughout the eet
- Smart, funny, interesting people from so
many departments who enrich my life.
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SEA GOING
As a Maersk trainee, you will spend three years at
college gaining your HNDs or Foundation Degree,
and so alongside the academic life I enjoy practical
experience with worldwide travel.
I have experiences of both academic and sea life.
My rst few days of college at Warsash Maritime
Academy were mainly based around trying to settle
in to a new routine, meeting new people and getting
acquainted with my new surroundings. The college
itself used the rst week to introduce us cadets
to the new environment as well as completing the
necessary paperwork, handing out timetables for our
rst phase and making the colleges expectations of us clear.
The college also produced a series of daily lectures by
guest speakers from the maritime industry which, were
designed to inform us about our future careers from a variety
of perspectives. I found these lectures to be a good way
of learning more about the path we had all chosen with the
Merchant Navy. At the end of the week, as Maersk cadets
we were own up to Newcastle to participate in a two-day
company induction which was fun and a good way of meeting
fellow cadets from the company as well as gaining more of an
insight into the values of the company and what we all have to
come over the coming years!
Boarding my rst ship, the Maersk Bentonville in Busan,
South Korea was a very exciting time. When we arrived at the
dockside with the agent, seeing the ship for the rst time was
a great experience she was massive! It was very exciting to
think that I would soon be part of her crew for four months.
Once onboard I was shown to my cabin by the third ofcer and
given a few minutes to settle in before going up and meeting
the captain and completing the necessary paperwork. My next
job quickly followed, as I was called by the chief ofcer to the
aft mooring station to help recover the mooring lines as we left
port. This busy few hours set the trend for the next few days
as we had a busy schedule, which meant I was either called to
a mooring station to assist the ofcer or called up to the bridge
to assist the captain. Although I had a busy few days I really
enjoyed them and it conrmed to me I had chosen the right
career path.
Deck Ofcer Trainee
ROSS MCBURNIE, Maersk Company
Limited
Chef
KELLY GREIG, Carnival Cruises
I am a Chef de Partie with Carnival Cruises. I work in the main
galley in the larder department. What I like most about my
role is working with different nationalities and learning about
management skills. What I like least are the hours I work; also
there are not many females or European staff in the galley!
My typical work contract length is approximately six months
at sea with eight weeks
leave at home in
between. What I enjoy
most about life at sea
is meeting new friends,
travelling on the ocean
every day and seeing
different ports. What I
like least is being away
from home, missing
family and friends, but
you do make good
friends on board who
will help you through
these times.
I do wear a uniform
which consists of a
complete set of Chefs
whites and safety
shoes and all of it is
provided and laundered onboard free of charge.
My main responsibilities are making sure the cold
food is prepared and ready for each service, supervising the
staff in the larder during production and producing the plated
items for lunch and dinner to the standard the Chef expects.
I also follow up on hygiene checks, ordering, and the general
running of the department as second in charge.
My day normally starts at 7.00am and can nish as late as
10.30pm but this can vary depending on whether we are at sea
or in port. I do have set break times which I take in the crew
mess, on deck in the crew area that has a small swimming
pool and games court, in my cabin or if in port I can go ashore.
There is also a gym, internet caf and library for us to use.
My role is not very passenger facing but I can have access
to passenger areas and need to apply for a privilege pass rst,
as this is agreed on a rota basis. There are times when I am not
required to be in uniform such as going ashore and when my
shift nishes.
The social life is good and I am able to socialise with other
colleagues in the crew bar and mess room or if in port, I can go
ashore with them.
In the event of an emergency, I have a safety role to play as
Section Leader. I am responsible for the checking of my area
and that the staff are all accounted for. I follow the instructions
given by the bridge and my Zone Commander.
I would recommend anyone to work at sea because you
learn different skills while working in a large operation, the
chance to see different ports, meet new people of different
nationalities and make new friends.
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Ive been interested in engineering since I
was very small and I do a lot of boating in
my spare time. Joining Shell seemed like the
perfect way to combine two of my favourite
interests. It also means I can visit places I
wouldnt normally get to see, and work with
people from all over the world.
Since joining MV Haminea two months
ago, Ive been to India, Japan, Malaysia and
Singapore whilst doing my practical studies
onboard. The work is hard but very rewarding.
Its the rst job Ive done where I feel like Im
really achieving something. And theres a
genuine sense of team spirit to get the
job done.
Of course, its not all work. You get the
evenings off to relax with the crew. Every now
and again the whole ship gets together to
have a BBQ and let off steam, and when the
ship reaches port youre allowed to go ashore
and spend your hard earned money!
If youre interested in engineering and
looking for something different to a normal
nine-to-ve job (even though we do work
eight-to-ve onboard!) then maybe a career at
sea is for you.
Trainee Engineer
CHRISTOPHER ELLIS, Shell Ship Management Ltd.
Joining Shell seemed like the perfect way to combine two
of my favourite interests.
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Marine Engineer
NICOLE FIOLET, Maersk
It was once said to be bad luck to have females onboard
a sea-going vessel; however we are now seeing more and
more women defying this myth. Although the Merchant Navy
is seen as a male-dominant industry : Maersk is actively
encouraging young women to consider the Merchant Navy as
a career, starting with a cadetship and moving up the ranks to
become Masters and Chief Engineers on some of the largest
commercial vessels in the world.
I am one of the few women engineers in the British
Merchant Navy. I wanted to have a career at sea after sailing
as a waitress for a few months while deciding what to do with
my future; I decided that this life was for me as I hated the
monotony of ofce life and I loved the banter and atmosphere
on the ship.
I started doing a cadetship in marine engineering/electro-
technical engineering and my course was sponsored by
Maersk, meaning that during my sea phases I got to sail on
a container ship, travelling to the Far East and seeing many
different places and cultures. At rst I thought that working
in a male-dominated environment would be difcult and that
Id have to work harder to prove myself, but I found that
sailors were really friendly and helpful in my learning process.
Everyone from the motormen to the chief engineers taught
me something, whether it was safety or procedures, technical
or theory related. I did, however, try harder to be the best
during my college phases and thats maybe how I won the
prize for engineer cadet of the year (sponsored by IMAREST)
and the prize for Engineering Portfolio (sponsored by the
Marine Society) which I went and collected in London during
the Marine Society Annual Court. I was amazed to receive
both these prizes, as it showed that all the hard work during
my three year cadetship hadnt gone unnoticed. It was a real
achievement for me.
I now sail as an Electro-Technical Ofcer on the Maersk
Dunkerque, one of the ferries on the Dover-Dunkerque route,
and I love the fact that not one day is the same. It is hard work,
but everyday is a challenge and I like the sense of achievement
that I get after a hard days work. The only thing about sea life
that I think is a shame is that there are so few women. We can
all do the job and get great rewards for it but I think a lot of
women are still scared of going away and spending time away
from their loved ones. To them, I can say that were never really
away from a telephone call or an email, and its great to be
visiting far away places while earning a decent living. It makes
the coming home times all the more better...
For information on training opportunities go to
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Youll see the world, and get paid
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please visit our website,
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SEA GOING
Shell people arent all the same
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Every day we transport massive quantities of crude
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the world by sea. Right now were looking for more
people with the talent and ambition to join our skilled
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Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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MARITIME
New bursary scheme launched at
Southampton Boat Show
A new Trinity House bursary scheme for the nautical leisure
industry was launched at the 2008 Southampton Boat Show
by Sir Robin Knox-Johnson.
The Leisure Industry Nautical Cadet Scheme (LINCS) is
being funded by the charity arm of Trinity House in response
to the growing trend for super yachts and a growing
requirement for qualied crew. The introduction of LINCS
is an important advance in equipping the leisure sailing
industry for the future.
The scheme, trialled with RYA and MCA-approved
qualication providers UKSA, The Maritime Academy and
the University of Plymouth, provides successful applicants
with payment of 90% of their tuition fees and a monthly
allowance whilst they are under tuition.
LINCS will run in parallel with another Trinity House
bursary, the Merchant Navy Scholarship Scheme, which
has successfully delivered highly qualied and competent
Merchant Navy Ofcers since its establishment 20
years ago.
Three students from UKSA and three from the University
of Plymouth received bursaries in the rst year. The scheme
may be expanded to more students or other appropriately-
endorsed training establishments in future years.
www.trinityhousetraining.org
Advertorial
Trinity House
Trinity House is a unique maritime organisation
dedicated to the safety of shipping and the
welfare of seafarers and their dependants.
From 2008 a new bursary scheme for the
nautical leisure industry, the Leisure Industry
Nautical Cadet Scheme (LINCS) is being funded
by the charity arm of Trinity House in response
to the growing requirement for qualied crew.
In addition, Trinity House provides a Merchant
Navy Scholarship Scheme (MNSS) to give
young people the opportunity to experience
a variety of shipping companies and trades.
Full scholarship bursaries and training
are offered to young people each year to
pursue careers in the Merchant Navy.
Further Information:
The MNSS contact details are:
enquiries@trinityhousetraining.org
www.trinityhousetraining.org
Cadets for the LINCS bursary are nominated from a list of
applicants to qualication providers. Currently these are
UKSA and the University of Plymouth. For more information
about their courses contact:
UKSA - 01983 294941
University of Plymouth - 01752 600600
Warfare Ofcer
Lieutenant NICHOLAS LUCAS Royal Navy
I joined the Royal Navy in 2002 as a warfare ofcer and having
read Law at university. My rst year of life in the Royal Navy
was spent undergoing basic training at Britannia Royal Naval
College in Dartmouth, though this time can vary depending
on your chosen specialisation; for example you can join as an
engineer, a logistician or perhaps a pilot or observer.
As a warfare ofcer you are sent to sea as soon as you
leave Dartmouth. After gaining about a years training and
experience in the Fleet, and on successful completion of a
professional course and examinations, you quickly nd yourself
stood on the bridge of a warship at sea as the Ofcer of the
Watch and responsible to the Captain for the execution of the
ships safe navigation as well as her overall safety.
There is a lot more though to being an Ofcer in the Royal
Navy than purely driving ships. In addition to looking after your
sailors you are given responsibility for a part of the ship and
its maintenance. You must also be ready to accept all sorts of
other tasking that comes your way, such as becoming one of
the ships boarding ofcers or arranging important port visits
both at home and overseas. I spent my rst two years as an
ofcer of the watch and gunnery ofcer in a patrol ship where
I was also responsible for ensuring that the ship practised
live rings on a regular basis as well as accounting for the
munitions held aboard.
Counter balancing what are often long and demanding
working hours is tremendous satisfaction with the early
responsibility, a good social life, making friends for life as
well as being
rewarded with good
leave periods.
Of course another
great side to the job
is the travel. One of
the highlights of my
career so far was
navigating a frigate
from Wellington
in New Zealand to
Sydney, Australia and
under the famous
Harbour Bridge,
before then spending
three weeks alongside
for maintenance. This
was a part of our 10
month deployment
to the Far East and
circumnavigation of the globe, during which we visited over
28 countries.
Currently, I work in central London for the Assistant Chief of
Naval Staff (an Admiral) and am involved in the Royal Navys
engagement programme with industry and in particular large
shipping companies. I also form part of the small central Sea
Vision UK team, promoting the maritime sector. From here I
shall return to the Fleet and train as a Principal Warfare Ofcer
(PWO), responsible for the ghting of a ship at sea, and which
is ultimately the route to every warfare ofcers goal; command
of a warship.
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SEA GOING
What is the Nautical Institute?
It is your professional body.
Join us today.
- International Membership
- Representative Voice
- Global Networking
- Maritime Publications
- Condential Reporting
- Seaways Journal
- Training Accreditations
- DP Certication
- Careers Guidance
- CPD Systems
www.nautinst.org
You know the name, but do you know what we really do?
The Nautical Institute (NI) is the international professional
body for qualied seafarers and others with an interest in
shipping.
We are a thriving association with over 40 branches
worldwide and more than 6,500 members in over 110
countries, dedicated to positive change in the maritime
industry.
Joining us brings you into a network of people who have
a passion for achievement, strive for outstanding results and
build effective relationships across the maritime industry.
We are a major inuence on positive change in shipping,
and weve ambitious plans to grow this further. Our Seaways
journal, publications, web services and projects help to
provide real solutions for the industry and provide mariners
input to decision-makers globally. Membership gives you a
voice, and allows you to use your talent to take you, and us
further.
Nautical Institute membership is open to all nationalities.
Benets include access to formal Continuing Professional
Development (CPD) and careers support, Seaways,
discounts on publications, conferences, seminars, and a
true industry voice.
Just by becoming a member, you make a crucial
contribution to our work and access a wealth of membership
benets. See www.nautinst.org for more information. Take
your career further, join us today.
Advertorial The
Nautical Institute
Catering Services
Logistician
SAM ASHWORTH, Royal Navy
I am a Catering Services Logistician (Chef) and I am enjoying
some shore time working in the Base Logistics Support
Department in Portsmouth Dockyard, having served on HMS
Southampton (a type 42 air defence Destroyer) for four years
and eagerly awaiting my professional qualifying course to be
promoted to a Leading Hand. I have been trained to the highest
standard to cook nutritious food for 240 of my colleagues as
well as leaning how to prepare posh nosh for one of the
Captains ofcial functions.
I have been in the Royal Navy for nearly seven years and
although I do not miss home when I am visiting places like Rio
de Janeiro, Brazil, I do like to go home to Eastbourne to catch
up with my family when I get the chance. In my spare time
I love to do any kind of outdoor sporting activity I can, from
hang gliding to water skiing! My top tip to someone thinking
about the Royal Navy is to go for it, but learn to swim rst
and try and be tidy at home before you join up! The best bit
about my job is the people I work with as well as the travel and
sporting opportunities!
When I rst joined the RN, I did my nine weeks basic
training, which is all about tness, teamwork and becoming
a sailor and then I went on to do my professional training,
which is really good and makes you a very competent chef!
Ive just got two GCSEs (Maths and Business Studies) since
Ive been in the Navy so now I can do lots more and Im
thinking about going for Ofcer rank. Additional qualications
are both available and
encouraged in the
Navy. A lot of training
is recognised and
accredited with civilian
qualications NVQ
for example. Quite a
lot of our people study
for degrees, often via
the Open University
(distance learning etc).
Where I work at
HMS Raleigh, we have
terms like schools do
so you can go home for
Christmas, summer and
Easter, but after basic
training you can have
some weekends off too.
The basic untrained
pay is 13,013 and then after your professional training (or 26
weeks) it goes to 16,227.
The initial training is great. They start you off with basics,
so even if you arent that experienced you can learn. They then
take you onto more complicated dishes and you work towards
getting your NVQ Level 2. Then even when you join a ship you
are still looked after and a more senior chef will show you
the ropes. I was a bit nervous, but you soon meet your class
mates and you realise youre not alone and you become very
good friends quickly. Whilst the staff expect you to try hard at
everything, they also help you if you need it.
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SEA GOING
Weapons Engineer Ofcer
Lieutenant Commander AHMED RUFAI AJAL
Royal Navy
I grew up with a military background and a regimented,
disciplined upbringing as my father served in the Nigerian Army,
retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. The Navy appealed
more because you got to travel as well as y from ships and I
became a Weapons Engineer Ofcer.
I joined after my A-levels as a Midshipman, following initial
training ashore and at sea, I was promoted to Sub Lieutenant
after two years. Three years later and having gained an
in-service Degree in Electronic Engineering, I was promoted
to Lieutenant. I was selected for promotion to Lieutenant
Commander nine years later, having served in a variety of
interesting positions including recruiting ofcers from the
London area, a six month operational deployment with the
Army in Sierra Leone and another to Basrah in Iraq, several
deployments at sea in HMS York, instructing at the maritime
Warfare School and a years full time study for an MSc.
I have been to some of the most fantastic places in the
world, every continent except Australia just about. I have
worked with some of the most professional people I could ever
hope to meet, and I have made some brilliant lifelong friends.
It is a career
not a job and soon
becomes a way of
life. Not everyone
is suited to military
let alone Naval
life. There will be
many challenges,
personal and
professional, to
overcome and
you will need
determination,
true strength of
character and a
belief that there
isnt a ceiling to
stop you getting
as far as you wish
to go.
I would like to
go as high as I can go in the Navy because I would like to see
a greater number of people from the ethnic minorities joining
and making great progress. It has improved since my joining
but still takes time and you have to have the interest initially
once the perception about the Navy starts to change. Therefore
by doing well, I hope to be part of that effort to change
perceptions, so that if the young kids wish to serve in the Navy
today, they can see that they wont be the rst nor the last, and
that it is achievable.
Leading Seaman
(Warfare Specialist)
KATIE ROGERS, Royal Navy
I joined the Royal Navy as an Electronic Warfare specialist in
June 1998. After successfully completing my initial training in
HMS Raleigh, I joined my rst ship, HMS Invincible.
Since joining HMS Westminster in May 2004, I have been
employed as the Electronic Warfare Director. I am responsible
for the defence of the ship and directing the Electronic Warfare
team on the timely detection of missiles and enemy units
threatening the ship. With state of the art surveillance and
detection equipment I can detect hostile units at long range,
giving me the time to advise the Command on how to counter
the missile and keep the ship safe.
I have built up a detailed knowledge of my specialisation
which has been achieved through plenty of hard work! With
lots of training and regular exercises your job does become
second nature and is very rewarding knowing that if it was for
real youd have the knowledge to keep your shipmates safe.
During my career I have visited about 70 ports from over 30
different countries and seen some amazing sights; something
you wouldnt get in a normal job. I still love doing it after
nearly 10 years the Royal Navy has so much to offer anyone
who joins.
I have worked with some of the
most professional people I could
ever hope to meet, and I have made
some brilliant lifelong friends.
Ive seen and experienced
many more things than most
of my friends from school.
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it could be just another weekend
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Whether you choose to work in
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the Royal Navy will take you further
than youve ever been before.
If you want more than just a job,
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SEA GOING
A career at sea is full of adventure,
and who better to do it with than the
Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA). Whether
youre looking to join us as a Rating
or Ofcer cadet, youll benet from
training and support that will maximise
your potential.
The RFA can offer you a good life
youll enjoy the time to discover the
sights and sounds of foreign ports
of call, competitive salary and leave
entitlement. A normal voyage length
of four months entitles Ratings to 69
days paid leave and Ofcers to 87
days paid leave.
The RFA employs over 2000 civilian
Ofcers and Ratings, and is one of the
biggest employers in British shipping.
Communications
Communications are a key part of the
Royal Fleet Auxiliary. In this exciting
role, you would operate a wide range
of communications systems including
radio, teletype, satellite, GMDSS and
commercial radio installations.
Supply
Supply is our business, but we need
supplying too. In this virtual role,
youd be responsible for the efcient
management of cash ow, catering,
stores/supplies and personnel
administration on our ships.
Catering
As a cook, youll undertake all the
duties involved in running a galley
and that may be feeding several
hundred people. Join us as a steward
and be a vital member of the whole
ship team. As well as the traditional
responsibilities of waiting at tables
and housekeeping duties, you could
nd yourself assisting on a ight deck
or other operational areas of the ship.
Engineering
A modern ship relies on its electrical
and electronic systems. Maintaining
these is no ordinary task. In any
one day, you could be responsible
for navigational equipment, power
generation plant, cranes, lifts or sonar.
Marine Engineering
There is more to marine engineering
than the maintenance of a ships
main engines. Your responsibilities
would also include the operating and
servicing of pumps, compressors,
boilers, power generation and
refrigeration equipment.
For more information about a career
in the RFA visit RFA.MOD.UK or call
08456 04 05 20.
Supporting British Forces Around the World.
Advertorial The Royal Fleet Auxiliary
Logistics Ofcer
Lieutenant MARK TOOGOOD Royal Navy
Ive been in the Royal Navy since 1991. I joined as a Chef and
served on a number of ships. In 2000, I qualied as a Physical
Training Instructor and since then have served on HMS Iron
Duke and at The Royal Navy School of Physical Training, where
I worked as a Staff Instructor. In 2007, I decided I was ready
to take my career to the next level and attended the Admiralty
Interview Board to apply for Ofcer Training. I was selected and
passed out of Britannia Naval College as a Logistics Ofcer
this April. As head of the logistics department on a submarine
my role is to manage the output of the three logistics sub
departments catering services (chefs & stewards), personnel
administration and supply chain (18 personnel). I also conduct
watchkeeping duties in the control room involving
the periscope and navigation.
Naval operations and exercises are highly complex and
logistics is the detailed organisation that makes them possible.
And as any experienced military commander knows, effective
logistical support can make the difference between success
and failure for an operation. Whatever the Royal Navy is doing,
it is my task to ensure everything runs smoothly.
The most satisfying part of the job is being the head of my
own department at a relatively early stage of my ofcer career
and ensuring that the submarine is provided with the stores
and equipment it requires, and with a properly paid and well fed
ships company.
With more than 160 people, dealing with their food, their
mail, their pay and all
kinds of personnel and
staff issues, its a big
responsibility. When its
all working right though,
its great.
As with all jobs there
will be mundane tasks that
are essential to successful
output; however, I would
describe the overall package
that the Navy offers as
anything but boring!
Being a logistician is such
a diverse and rewarding role, it can be described as the art of
the impossible; no military campaigns have been successful
without co-ordinated and effective logistics. Aside from core
responsibilities, you could be employed as a Damage Control
Ofcer in a Frigate or a Destroyer; the ofcer in charge of a
boarding party in either the Northern Arabian Gulf or the West
Indies; a plethora of out of branch jobs (like my current
post in a busy marketing department on the Captain of Naval
Recruitings staff). The world is your oyster!
I originally joined the RN because I knew that I would never
be good enough to play county cricket! I joined in 1991 as a
cook so that I could play a minor county standard of cricket
for the RN representative team. It wasnt until I matured that I
realised that the RN was a fantastic employer; I have travelled
to some amazing places, experienced camaraderie beyond
belief, participating in important and rewarding deployments.
ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY
CAREERS AT SEA
THE RFA
Unlike a commercial shipping company, you never know where
your next destination will be. No foreign land or port is out of the
question because the RFA is responsible for supporting the Royal
Navy, keeping them supplied with everything they need - fuel,
food, spares and ammunition. Or you could be delivering vital
humanitarian aid whenever it is needed.
YOUR ROLE IN THE RFA
Imagine being in charge on the bridge of a ship, taking responsibility
for the engine room, overseeing the efciency of all the electrical
systems on board or catering for a hungry ship. If you can picture
yourself in any of these roles, you may have what it takes to become
a Rating or trainee RFA Ofcer.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
The RFA offers a life less ordinary for practical individuals with
initiative, who enjoy a challenge and would relish the opportunity to
travel around the world. The salary, training and leave entitlement is
highly competitive combining all the benets of a merchant shipping
organisation with a true vocation and the excitement of supporting
military operations or providing disaster relief.
HOW FAR COULD A CAREER WITH
THE RFA TAKE YOU?
ANYWHERE AROUND THE WORLD,
AT ANY TIME.
When I discovered the RFA offered greater
opportunities for training and experience
across a broader spectrum I decided that it
was the best route for me. N Stubbs
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FIND OUT MORE
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MARITIME
Fishing
Commercial Sea Fishing
The breadth and level of occupations in
sea shing vary depending upon the size
of the vessel, type of catch and area in
which the vessel operate. To go to sea
on a commercial sea shing vessel,
individuals must undergo statutory safety
training in basic sea survival, re ghting
and rst aid. In addition, skippers, mates
and engineers working on shing vessels
above a certain length and engine power,
or operating in certain sea areas, are
required to hold statutory Maritime and
Coastguard Agency (MCA) Certicates
of Competency.
Roles
skipper
mate
competent deckhand (deckie)
engineer
deckie learner (apprentice, trainee
sherman)
superintendent engineer
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SEA GOING
Fishermen
STEVE AND CHRIS WIGHTMAN, Lowestoft
We are brothers, and we longline for cod off the coast of
Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Fishing seasonally, we longline for cod, sea bass and
thornback ray during the winter months and sole, plaice and
sometimes lobster in drift nets in the summer. The methods
we use to sh not only avoid issues such as by-catch and
discarding, but also ensure that the very best sh is caught. We
are very glad that this year enough cod and skate have been
around this summer to keep us longlining, the method we know
and love best.
We are members of the Responsible Fishing Scheme and
we share tales of our daily lives at sea and the hard work that
goes on behind the scenes ashore on our blog on the Seash
website (www.seash.org).
When you do this job every day its easy to forget that its a
world apart from peoples lives ashore, and longline shermen
are quite a rare species. Its good to have the chance to get our
voice across in our blog, as so often its only other shermen
and seagulls that we can talk to!
Our boat, Maximus, is less than 10m long, which means its
voyages are sometimes restricted by the weather conditions.
This gives us time to join our 73-year-
old father, Terry, in the baiting shed,
where lines are baited by hand, and
gear is prepared for the next trip.
We are very happy that some
other shermen from around the
country have
contacted us
expressing
interest in using
longlines in their
area too. There is
a lot of room for
experimenting with
this method. There
are many types of
hook available and we are sure that experimenting with different
bait and hooks will open up
new sustainable sheries for shermen wanting to land top
quality sh.
The Responsible Fishing Scheme was launched by Seash,
the industry authority on seafood, in 2006 to promote good
operational and environmental practices. Nearly 300 shermen
in Britain are now certied by the scheme and a further 230 are
in the process of assessment.
But despite it all, the industry survives by the skin of its
teeth, and its only because men like us love the job. We keep
trying to nd ways to change things for the better and earn an
honest wage. We hope the public can show that they still want
a shing industry, an industry thats changing from the old
ways of kill all you can to a more sustainable shery, in balance
with nature.
If youd like to join us visit our website
and click on careers.
www.mcga.gov.uk
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency
We are a world class organisation committed
to preventing loss of life at sea, continuously
improving maritime safety and protecting the
marine environment.
Safer Lives
Safer Ships
Cleaner Seas
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Safer Lives, Safer Ships, Cleaner Seas
As an island nation, 95% of the UKs trade by weight is by sea, and
there can be no doubt that shipping is vital to the UK economy.
Our shermen and shing communities also rely on the sea for
their livelihood, and many of us use beaches and the coast for
leisure and sport. We have 11,072 miles of outstandingly beautiful
coastline.
This Agency is responsible throughout the UK for implementing
the Governments maritime safety policy. That includes co-
ordinating search and rescue at sea through Her Majestys
Coastguard. We also manage the UK Ship Register, which is one
of the best performing ags with a reputation for maintaining the
highest international standards. Our marine surveyors check that
UK and foreign ships meet UK and international safety rules. We
work to prevent the loss of lives at the coast and at sea, to ensure
that ships are safe, and to prevent coastal pollution: Safer Lives,
Safer Ships, Cleaner Seas.
We are putting increasing effort into prevention work and a
measure of our success is when accidents are avoided, or where
we intervene to minimise their impact. Protecting our environment
is important to so many people and shipping has the lowest carbon
cost per mile of all transport modes.
We design our services to meet customer needs and aim to use
technology to make our services more customer focused. Working
from 19 coastal Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCC) our
24/7 capability is maintained by some 430 watch keeping staff. We
employ over 1,200 people and are supported by 3,500 volunteer
Coastguard Rescue Ofcers.
Advertorial The Maritime
& Coastguard Agency
If youd like to join us visit our website
and click on careers.
www.mcga.gov.uk
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency
We are a world class organisation committed
to preventing loss of life at sea, continuously
improving maritime safety and protecting the
marine environment.
Safer Lives
Safer Ships
Cleaner Seas
97-322 recruit ad 86x125.indd 1 17/10/08 09:19:05
We hope the public can show that they still want
a shing industry, an industry thats changing
from the old ways of kill all you can to a more
sustainable shery, in balance with nature.
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PORTS & SERVICES
he ports sector is
diverse, embracing
a wide range of
activities that are
critical to many
parts of the UK
economy. Ports
are part of the vital transport
networks, which support domestic
and international trade. They also
embrace shing, passenger, leisure,
car ferry operations and support
for the offshore industry as well as
the provision of coastal defences,
conservation and environmental
services. In total, well over 90%
of the UKs international trade
by volume (75% by value) moves
through them. Freight movements
through UK ports have increased
by 33% over the last 20 years and
several UK ports rank amongst
the top European ports by freight
volume.
Composition
The UK ports sector comprises
ports, harbours, private
terminals, stevedoring companies
and specialist labour supply
organisations, in total around
500 companies employing
approximately 25,500 people.
The sectors employers are
located around the coastal regions
of all four UK nations. The largest
numbers are located in the South
East and Eastern regions of
England.
Some 40% of sector organisations
employ between 11 and 49
staff, whilst a further 30% of
organisations employ between
one and 10 staff. All but 5% of
organisations are Small or Medium
Enterprises (SMEs), with less than
250 staff.
Careers
Ports and harbours employ a range
of specialist people to ensure that
they are operated efciently. For
example:
Harbour masters, marine pilots,
operators of vessel trafc services
and other marine personnel are
employed to ensure the safe
navigation of ships in harbour
waters and the safety of those
engaged in other activities such
as yachting and windsurng. Port
operators are engaged to ensure
that freight is moved efciently
from a ship moored at the quayside
directly to a road vehicle or train
for onward transportation, or to
a warehouse or holding area for
temporary storage. Port operatives
are sometimes required to operate
large items of mobile and xed
lifting plant and other vehicles,
such as forklift trucks and mobile
cranes.
People are also employed in
passenger operations helping to
ensure that customers of ferry
services or cruise liners pass
through the port in a safe and
efcient manner whilst maintaining
a high level of customer service.
Passenger facilities at ports can
be similar to those at airports,
providing catering and other
recreational services for passengers
waiting to board the ship. Engineers
are employed to ensure that plant,
vehicles, boats and infrastructure
are well maintained and repaired
when necessary. There are
mechanical, electrical and civil
engineers working in ports on a
wide range of specialist equipment
and structures.
Other people are employed in
ports and harbours in work that
is common to other industries. For
example, in administration, nance
and personnel-related roles.
Ports &
services
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Ports
The Port of London
Serving Britains
Capital City
The Port of London is one of the busiest
ports in the UK. Situated at the heart of
one of Europes key population centres
and most prosperous markets, the
Port provides a strong combination
of location, transport connections,
facilities, and services for the whole of
London and the surrounding areas.
With over 70 independently
owned and operated terminals and
port facilities all along the Thames,
London is the UKs second largest
port. Currently, over 50 million tonnes
of cargo is handled each year. Its
riverside terminals handle a wide
range of cargoes ensuring that the
Port of London is a key part of the
regional economy and of the transport
and logistics systems for businesses
throughout the area.
Overseeing this busy and diverse
River with both commercial vessels
and leisure trafc is the Port of
London Authority. The PLA provides
navigational, pilotage and other
services for users of the Thames.
Port of London terminals and related
shipping activities provide direct
employment for over 30,000 people.
The Port adds 3.41 billion gross value
to the economies of London and the
South East annually.
The 2012 Olympics is another
important opportunity for greater use
of the Thames. The river is already
an excellent means of moving project
loads and other construction materials
efciently, economically and in a very
environmentally friendly way.
Deputy Harbour Master
CHARLOTTE BEEBY, Yarmouth (Isle of Wight) Harbour
Commissioners
When I was younger I loved being around the
water and as I grew up I gained experience
through working for local marine-related
companies. Using this knowledge, I took up
the position of Temporary Berthing Master at
Yarmouth Harbour in early 2008. After just a day
in the job I realised I didnt want to leave; that Id
found my ideal job. Then I had the opportunity
to apply for the Deputy Harbour Masters role
and was appointed in August. I couldnt believe
my luck.
I studied at Cowes High School for both
my GCSEs and A levels. I studied for extra
qualications including Day Skipper, Powerboat
Advanced with commercial endorsement and various STCW95 courses.
Yarmouth Harbour is mainly based within the leisure sector of the industry,
accommodating residents and visitors alike.
The Deputy Harbour Masters job description is a long and varied one.
There is the day-to-day running of the harbour out on the water, managing
a small team of berthing staff, collection of harbour dues and mooring fees,
enforcing byelaws and general maintenance along with Health and Safety.
My ofce role sees me writing up rotas, timesheets, along with attending
management meetings, running appraisal systems, annual reports and
organising tasks such as dredging licenses.
The most rewarding aspects of my career so far have been meeting
new people every day and helping to make their visit enjoyable, along with
encouraging staff to come forward with ideas, changes and helping to
implement these. The most challenging area so far has been the immense
learning curve. Im sure I still have lots to learn.
Currently there is a new three to four year Harbour Masters Qualication in
the pipeline, due to be released soon. Once this has been implemented, I shall
be looking to sign on the dotted line!
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Port Manager
LORRAINE HUGHES, Folkestone Harbour
Company Ltd
I rst became interested in the sector when I was secretary to
the Harbour Master which was an administration role and I was
then offered position when the Harbour Master left.
I originally had secretarial qualications and I learnt other
skills by working closely with the Harbour Master. I have since
attended a PFSO course (Ports Facilities Security Ofcer) and
aim to do other courses in the future.
My job entails working in the management of the port and I
refer to the Harbour Authority who are my advisers on nautical
matters. I liaise with all personnel from staff to the general
public and I also look after a small inner harbour with leisure
craft and yachts. Also, on the administrative side, for example,
my work includes working out budgets and ensuring the
smooth running of all aspects of the harbour, including ensuring
health, safety, security and general maintenance is kept up to
scratch.
It has been very rewarding becoming an equal in this very
male-oriented industry and learning as much as I can to do with
the nautical side of things.
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good grounding
in maths and
sciences provides
an excellent
foundation
although these are
not required for all
routes to a maritime career. After
completing your GCSEs or Scottish
Standard Grades, you need to decide
whether to stay in formal education
or to come into the maritime world
through an apprenticeship or other
training programme.
If you are choosing A-Levels
or Scottish Highers (or the
International Baccalaureate),
then maths and sciences will
be very valuable to you. Other
A-Levels such as those in science,
engineering, the built environment,
business, leisure and recreation
and information will also be
particularly useful.
Vocational training
whats available?
BTEC Nationals, City & Guilds
courses, NVQs/SVQs and
apprenticeships are available in
various maritime industries.
You could choose a specic
industry-related NVQ or SVQ such
as boat building or port operations:
a more general NVQ/SVQ such
as engineering, IT, insurance,
management, sport and recreation
or a specic apprenticeship such
as sh farming or boat building
and repair.
Apprenticeships can also
be a route to higher education,
either through a normal degree
course or new programmes such
as foundation degrees. There are
also a wide variety of training
programmes to develop skills
in navigation, sailing and
seamanship, particularly through
the Royal Yachting Association
certication structure.
Higher education
what to choose?
With a wide range of higher
education courses you might
decide to do a specic degree
course, leading to a particular
career such as naval architecture,
maritime law, oceanography,
environment and coastal
management, and marine
leisure management.
Or you could choose a more
general degree such as nautical
science, maritime studies, marine
engineering, marine technology
and marine science, for example,
to open doors to a range of career
opportunities.
Foundation degrees are available
in the Royal Navy, the Merchant
Navy and other maritime-related
foundation degrees.
Scholarships, sponsorships
and sandwich courses
You will nd that there are various
funding opportunities to get you
started, often at degree level. Not
only do they provide nancial
benets for you, but also valuable
training and experience, as most
sponsors require you to work for
A
Course?
Which
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them during the holidays.
For instance, you may be able to
get sponsorship from an employer
for an engineering degree. Shipping
companies and the Royal Navy
provide sponsored training
and qualications for sea-
going careers and foundation
degrees. The Engineering and
Physical Sciences Research Council,
National Environmental Research
Council, the Royal Institution of
Naval Architects and the Society
for Underwater Technology provide
scholarship opportunities that
would be worth checking out.
WHICH COURSE
To nd out more
talk to your careers
advisor, take a look
at relevant websites
and attend careers
fairs as well as having
a good read through
this magazine!
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Training
Find out about
foundation degrees in the
maritime sector
Foundation degrees are designed with
employers, and combine academic
study with work place learning to
equip people with relevant knowledge
and skills to improve performance
and productivity. Employees do not
necessarily need formal qualications
to apply for a foundation degree as
previous relevant work experience
will be taken into account. Foundation
degrees are awarded by universities
and require equivalent standards of
academic attainment as the second
year of an honours degree. Admissions
tutors are usually very happy to talk
to prospective students about their
suitability for the course.
There are a range of foundation
degrees available in the maritime
sector (see course listings on page 60
for full details). These include subjects
such as Marine Conservation, Marine
Leisure Management and Marine
Engineering. The Merchant Navy also
offer a foundation degree in subjects
such as marine operations for deck
ofcer (see main feature)
Foundation degrees aim to equip
students with the skills, knowledge
and understanding relevant to
employment.
Many students are already employed
and undertake a foundation degree
in order to get ahead in their chosen
career, others undertake a foundation
degree when returning to work or
changing their career.
Foundation degrees are a qualifcation
in their own right. However, after
completing a foundation degree you
can go on to study for an honours
degree (this usually takes about a
year).
For more information on foundation
degrees see www.fdf.ac.uk and
www.ucas.ac.uk.
s a qualied
seafaring ofcer,
you will be able to
work worldwide
on the many
ship types that
make up the
British shipping industry. These
include cruise ships, ferries, oil
and chemical tankers, gas carriers,
container ships, bulk carriers, naval
and offshore support ships and
other specialised ship types.
There are two main departments
in which you can train deck or
engineering;
Deck offcer handling the
navigation, communications, cargo
and overall management of the
ship and the people on board.
Engineering offcer operating and
maintaining all the mechanical
and electrical/electronic
equipment throughout the ship.
In both roles, you would have
control of the latest technological
systems and be working with highly
sophisticated machinery. Your
world-class training programme
will give you your foundation degree
and lead to professional seafaring
certication, known as the Ofcer of
the Watch (OOW) Certicate.
Should you later decide to move
from seagoing employment, your
qualications and experience will
be in high demand in the thousands
of land-based jobs that require the
experience of qualied seafarers.
What foundation degree
can I study?
The exact title of your foundation
degree will vary by college/
university but will be in either of
the following subject areas:
Marine Operations for Deck
Ofcer
Marine Engineering for
Engineering Ofcer
In both subject areas the foundation
degree programme includes study
for the OOW professional seafarer
certicate.
The Scottish education system
is different and foundation degrees
are not available through Scottish
universities. However, you will
Find out about
sea going
foundation
degrees
A
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Where can I study?
You will study at one of the
following colleges/universities
offering Merchant Navy Foundation
Degree training, depending on
your sponsoring company training
arrangements:
Blackpool and the Fylde College in
association with Liverpool John
Moores University:
www.blackpool.ac.uk
Glasgow College of Nautical
Studies (for the Scottish
equivalent programme) in
association with Strathclyde
University (Deck) and Glasgow
Caledonian University
(Engineering): www.gcns.ac.uk
South Tyneside College in
association with the University
of Sunderland and Northumbria
University (Engineering):
www.stc.ac.uk
Warsash Maritime Academy
part of Southampton Solent
University:
www.warsashcentre.co.uk
Liverpool John Moores
WHICH COURSE
be able to study an identical
programme leading to equivalent
Scottish qualications and the OOW
certication.
What will the training
involve?
Your training will start at a
nautical college or university with a
residential phase, followed by a sea-
going training phase. At sea you will
put your learning into practice and
you will work under the supervision
of qualied ofcers. Your time will
then alternate between college
studies and training at sea.
Training lasts approximately
three years and is fully paid for
by the shipping company that
sponsors you. Sea phases will be
on a ship that could be trading
anywhere in the world and your
sponsoring company will arrange
your transport to the relevant port
to join the ship.
On completion of your foundation
degree and OOW certication,
you will be qualied as an ofcer.
Further training and experience
will enable you to work through
the ranks to senior ofcer and you
could achieve the highest levels on
board as captain or chief engineer.
You can also further your academic
studies to honours degree level.
What are the entry
requirements?
You will need:
120 UCAS points in unspecifed A
Levels
Good grades at GCSE level in
English, Maths and Physics (or
Dual/Combined Science). This will
generally mean grade A or B.
Your sponsoring company may
also have their own qualication
requirements.
Shipping companies:
www.careersatsea.org
for list of companies.
Marine related degrees:
www.ucas.co.uk
Careers Information:
Careers at Sea,
Merchant Navy Training Board,
12 Carthusian Street,
London EC1M 6EZ.
Tel: 0800 085 0973
www.careersatsea.org
University: www.livjm.ac.uk
How do I get funding?
Sponsorship for training is
available from shipping companies
and training organisations. Your
course fees would be paid as well
as a salary or training allowance.
You need to apply directly to the
shipping companies and training
organisations.
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Maritime-related degree courses
Aberystwyth University
Anglia Ruskin University
Askham Bryan College
Bangor University
Bishop Burton College
Blackpool and the Fylde College (an
associate college of Lancaster
University)
Bournemouth University
Cardiff University
Cornwall College
Coventry University
Duchy College
Glydwr University
Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Kingston University
Leeds Park Lane College
Liverpool John Moores University
Myerscough College
Napier University, Edinburgh
Newcastle University
Pembrokeshire College
Queen Mary, University of London
Queens University Belfast
South Devon College
South Tyneside College
Southampton Solent University
Swansea Metropolitan University
Swansea University
The University of Aberdeen
The University of Essex
The University of Hull
The University of Liverpool
The University of Salford
The University of Stirling
The University of Strathclyde
The University of Teesside
UHI Millennium Institute
University Campus Suffolk
University College Falmouth
University College, (University
of London)
University of Glamorgan, Cardiff and
Pontypridd
University of Greenwich
University of Plymouth
University of Portsmouth
University of Southampton
University of St Andrews
University of the West of England,
Bristol
University of Ulster
The degree course list has
been split into two foundation
degrees, and ordinary
and honours degrees.
Universities and colleges offering
maritime-related degree courses
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COURSE LISTINGS
Key
3FT = 3 years full time course
4FT = 4 years full time course
PT = Part time study course
Fdg = Foundation degree
Lang = Language
SW = Sandwich course

What are foundation degrees?
Foundation degrees are designed
and delivered in partnership with
employers to equip people with the
relevant knowledge and skills for
certain jobs.
They are offered by universities
in partnership with higher education
colleges and further education
colleges. The study methods can
be very exible, which means that
they are available to people already
in work, those wishing to embark
on a career change and to those
who have recently completed level 3
qualications (e.g. A-levels, Advanced
Apprenticeships or NVQ3).

How long is a foundation degree?
A full-time course usually takes two
years. Part-time courses may take
longer.

Entry requirements?
Universities and colleges set their
own entry requirements. Formal
qualications are not always
necessary as appropriate commercial
experience can be more relevant.

Why get a foundation degree?
It is often a direct route to a job,
however, some graduates choose
to combine employment with further
study and they can provide the
opportunity to progress to a full
honours degree with around 12
months of further study. They are
also a route to further professional
qualications.
Maritime-
related
foundation
degrees
Askham Bryan College
Sustainable Environmental
Technology FdSc (DF47)
Bishop Burton College
Sustainable Environmental
Management Technologies FdSc
(F750)
Blackpool and the Flyde Collge
(an associate college of Lancaster
University)
Marine Biology and Coastal Zone
Management FdSc (FC71)
Nautical Science FdSc (J690)
Bournemouth University
Marine Ecology and Conservation
FdSc (F710)
Cornwall College
Applied Ecology FdSc (C180)
Beach Safety Management FdSc
(NN2V)
Boat Design & Production FdSc
(H510)
Cruise Ship Operations FdSc (N852)
Hospitality & Beach Resort
Management FdA (N290)
Integrated Environmental
Management FdSc (F854)
Marine Aquaculture FdSc (D435)
Marine Conservation FdSc (F711)
Marine Environmental Management
FdSc (F790)
Marine Leisure Management FdSc
(N291)
Marine Science FdSc (F710)
Nautical Science FdSc (J611)
Renewable Energy Technologies
FdSc (F850)
Transport & Distribution FdSc (J960)
Duchy College
Adventure Sports Coaching FdSc
(CN68)
River Conservation Managment
FdSc (D447)
University of Greenwich
Fisheries Management FdSc (ND24)
Marine Engineering FdE (H351)
Marine Operations FdSc (J610)
Logistics FdA (N530)
Transport, Logistics Operations and
Administration FdA (JN95)
Glydwr University
Renewable Energy Systems FdSc
(HH63)
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Sustainable Development FdSc
(H638)
Leeds Park Lane College
Environmental Conservation FdSc
(F890)
Liverpool John Moores University
Nautical Science FdSc (J615)
Myerscough College, University of
Salford
Watersports Leisure Management
FdA (N222)
University of Plymouth
Electrical and Renewable Energy
FdSc (HH62)
Marine Engineering FdSc (J602)
Nautical Science FdSc (J607)
South Devon College
Yacht Operations FdSc (J610)
Southampton Solent University
Marine Engineering FdEng (H500)
South Tyneside College
Marine Operations FdSc (J691)
University Campus Suffolk
Logistics and Transport FdA (NK24)
University of Teesside
Transport & Logistics FdA (JN92)
University of the West of England,
Bristol
Rivers and Coastal Engineering
FdSc (H224)
Maritime-
related
ordinary
and honours
degree
courses
The University of Aberdeen
Marine Biology (C350) 4FT Hon BSc
Marine and Coastal Resource
Management (F710) 4FT Hon BSc
Aberystwyth University
Marine & Freshwater Biology (C164)
3FT Hon BSc
Anglia Ruskin University
Marine Biology and Animal
Behaviour (C198) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Biology and Ecology &
Conservation (C196) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Biology and Wildlife Biology
(C191) 3FT Hon BSc
Natural History and Animal
Behaviour (C197) 3FT Hon BSc

Bangor University
Applied Marine Biology (C162) 3FT
Hon BSc
Applied Marine Biology (C163) 4SW
Hon BSc
Applied Terrestrial and Marine
Ecology (C180) 3FT Hon BSc
Applied Terrestrial and Marine
Ecology (C183) 4SW Hon BSc
Coastal Geography (F841) 3FT Hon
BSc
Geological Oceanography (F650)
3FT Hon BSc
Marine Biology (C160) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Biology/Oceanography
(CF17) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Biology/Zoology (CC13) 3FT
Hon BSc
Marine Chemistry (F140) 3FT Hon
BSc
Marine Environmental Studies
(F710) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Vertebrate Zoology (C351)
3FT Hon BSc
Master of Marine Biology (C161)
4FT Hon MMBiol
Master of Marine Science (F711)
4FT Hon MMSci
Ocean Science (F700) 3FT Hon BSc
Oceanography and Computing
(F7G5) 3FT Hon BSc
Zoology with Marine Zoology (C350)
3FT Hon BSc
Blackpool and the Fylde College
(an associate college of Lancaster
University)
Marine Biology and Coastal Zone
Management (FC71) 2FT Fdg FdSc
Marine Biology and Coastal Zone
Mgt - Top up (F710) 1FT Hon BSc
Nautical Science (006J) 3FT HND
Nautical Science (J690) 3FT Fdg
FdSc
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COURSE LISTINGS
Bournemouth University
Environment and Coastal
Management (F841) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Archaeology (V461) 3FT Hon
BSc
Marine Ecology and Conservation
(F710) 2FT Fdg FdSc
University of the West of England,
Bristol
Rivers and Coastal Engineering
(H220) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Rivers and Coastal Engineering
(H224) 2FT Fdg FdSc
Cardiff University
Marine Geography (F841) 3FT Hon
BSc
Marine Geography (F842) 4SW Hon
BSc
Cornwall College
Cruise Ship Operations (N852) 2FT
Fdg FdA
Marine Environmental Management
(F790) 2FT Fdg FdSc
Marine Science (F710) 2FT Fdg
FdSc
Nautical Science (J611) 2FT Fdg
FdSc

Coventry University
Boat Design (EH23) 4FT Hon MDes
Boat Design (EH25) 4FT Hon BA
Boat Design (WH23) 4FT Hon MDes
Boat Design (WH25) 4FT Hon BA

The University of Essex
Marine & Freshwater Biology (C164)
3FT Hon BSc
Marine and Freshwater Biology (4
yrs including Fdg) (C162) 4FT Hon
BSc

University College Falmouth
Marine and Natural History
Photography (EF67) 3FT Hon BA
Marine and Natural History
Photography (WF67) 3FT Hon BA
University of Glamorgan, Cardiff
and Pontypridd
Biology (C100) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Geography (F801) 3FT Hon BSc
Physical Geography (F840)
3FT/4SW Hon BSc
University of Greenwich
Marine Engineering (H351) 2FT Fdg
FdE
Marine Engineering Technology
(H350) 3FT/4SW Hon BEng
Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Applied Marine Biology (C160) 4FT
Hon BSc

UHI Millennium Institute
Marine Science (F710) 4FT Hon BSc
Nautical Science (006J) 1FT HNC
Nautical Science (106J) 3FT HND
The University of Hull
Coastal Marine Biology (CD14) 3FT
Hon BSc
Coastal Marine Biology (with Fdn)
(CD1K) 4FT Hon BSc
History with Maritime History (V1VA)
3FT Hon BA
Marine and Freshwater Biology
(C163) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine and Freshwater Biology (with
Fdg) (C165) 4FT Hon BSc
Kingston University
Marine and Freshwater Biology
(C163) 3FT Hon BSc
The University of Liverpool
Civil and Maritime Engineering
(HJ26) 4FT Hon MEng
Marine Biology (C160) 3FT Hon BSc

Liverpool John Moores University
Maritime Business and Management
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(N910) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Maritime Studies (J601) 3FT/4SW
Hon BSc
Nautical Science (J600) 3FT/4SW
Hon BSc
Nautical Science (J615) 3SW Fdg
FdSc
Napier University, Edinburgh
Customised Programme - (Marine
and Freshwater Biology) (Y001)
2FT/3FT/4SW Dip/Hon BA/BSc
Marine and Freshwater Biology
(C160) 3FT/4FT Ord/Deg BSc

Newcastle University
Marine Biology (C161) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Engineering (H501) 4FT Hon
MEng
Marine Engineering (H504) 3FT Hon
BEng
Marine Environmental Engineering
(HH23) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Technology with Fdg (4
years) (J615) 4FT Hon BEng
Marine Technology with Fdg (5
years) (J616) 5FT Hon MEng
Naval Architecture (H502) 3FT Hon
BEng
Naval Architecture (H503) 4FT Hon
MEng
Small Craft Technology (H520) 3FT
Hon BEng
Small Craft Technology (H524) 4FT
Hon MEng

Pembrokeshire College
Coastal Zone and Marine
Environment Studies (F851) 3FT
Hon BSc
University of Plymouth
Applied Marine Sport Science
(CJ69) 3FT Hon BSc
Civil and Coastal Engineering
(H251) 5SW Hon MEng
Civil and Coastal Engineering
(H255) 3FT Hon BEng
Civil and Coastal Engineering
(H256) 3FT Hon BSc
Environmental Science
(Marine Conservation) (F710) 3FT
Hon BSc
International Logistics with Business
English (J6Q3) 1FT Hon BSc
Extended Science - (Marine
Science) (CF00) 1FT Hon BSc
Marine and Composites Technology
(J600) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Marine Biology (C161) 3FT/4SW
Hon BSc
Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology
(C160) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Marine Biology and Oceanography
(CF17) 3FT/4SW Hon BSc
Marine Engineering (J602) 2FT Fdg
FdSc
Marine Geoscience (F650) 3FT Hon
BSc
Marine Sports Science (C607) 2FT
Fdg FdSc
Marine Sports Technology (J601)
3FT Hon BSc
Marine Studies (Merchant Shipping)
(JN68) 3FT Hon BSc
Marine Studies (Navigation) (J615)
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Leisure (Marine and Watersports)
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Naval Architecture and Marine
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