University of Gibraltar Maritime Academy

Happy Seafarers Day! We want to say a huge thank you to all those who sail the oceans and keep global trade going strong. As a university, we know how important maritime education is, and we appreciate the vital role seafarers play in connecting countries and economies. Today, we celebrate seafarers’ dedication, strength, and commitment to the maritime profession.

We are excited to see the impact our students will make on the industry once they graduate. Thanks to our industry partnerships and skilled lecturers, our students are well-equipped to become successful maritime professionals.

To find out more about our BSc (Hons) Maritime Science with Cadetship programme, click here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

Earlier last month, our cadets had the chance to visit the Royal Navy’s sole ice-breaker, HMS Protector, at HM Naval Base Gibraltar. ⚓

This is just one of the examples of ship visits which are arranged for our students, which offer the chance to significantly enhance their learning experience by visiting the bridge and engine room of the vessel, bridging the gap between the classroom and an operational career.

The University of Gibraltar would like to thank the Royal Navy for their support on this occasion.

Thanks to Peninsula 360 for providing our Year 1 cadets with the opportunity to visit their newly acquired bunker barge, MT Hercules Sky.

This provided the cadets with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge on the operational aspect of working on board a vessel, with deck and engineering students spending a number of hours on the bridge and engine room respectively. In addition, this is essential for their sea-time placement preparations, which the BSc Maritime Science and Cadetship programme proudly offers.

Learn more about our BSc (Hons) Maritime Science with Cadetship programme here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

Today, the University of Gibraltar Maritime Academy held a one-day operational firefighting course for crew of the Windstar Cruise Lines’ Star Legend alongside our partners Viking Maritime Group MSA Gibraltar.

The delegates were picked up directly from the vessel, transferred onto our training site, and delivered back onto the vessel once the course was successfully completed! Many thanks to MSA Gibraltar instructors Stuart Warters and Sam Kelly for the fantastic job in training the delegates the importance of working as a team to combat any fire situation on board!

University of Gibraltar Maritime Academy Manager Aaron Lopez, recently met with representatives of the Moroccan Maritime industry to explore potential collaborations and training opportunities. This visit was a significant step towards enhancing the University’s relationship with Morocco and its continued commitment to strengthening the ties between the two nations.

Mr. Lopez’s meeting with Mohamed Briouig, Director of the Ministry of Transport and Logistics at the Higher Institute for Maritime Studies in Rabat, and Mohamed Karaouane, General Director of the Institute of Training in Transport and Logistics Trades (IFMTL) in Casablanca, focused on discussing how the University’s Maritime Science degree could be of benefit to students seeking to enter the maritime industry.

Click here to learn more: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/university-of-gibraltar-maritime-academy-continues-to-strengthen-ties-with-moroccan-maritime-sector/

Our accelerated BSc (Hons) Maritime Science with Cadetship programme, includes the required 12 months of sea time necessary to get you certified, qualified and ready to set sail in the shortest time possible, go from classroom to ship in around three years.

Find out more here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

Unigib works with the Gibraltar Port Authority and the Gibraltar Maritime Administration to ensure our students benefit from placements with reputable and well-regulated major operators within the maritime industry.

Find out more about our guaranteed placements here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

Our BSc in Maritime Science helps you to achieve both academic and technical qualifications through our Cadetship programme and ability to specialise in either a nautical or engineering pathway.

Find out more here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

Our guaranteed cadetship placements, with 12 months of sea-time, provide you with the necessary foundations to start a rewarding career at sea or ashore, all within 3 years!

Find out more about how our BSc (Hons) Maritime Science with Cadetship programme here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

“The maritime science course is helping me broaden my knowledge within this ever-expanding industry, having no previous experience at sea I certainly feel that I’m in the right hands of an excellent team to succeed and accomplish my dream of a career at sea.” - Ivan Viñales, BSc (Hons) Maritime Science student.

Find out more about how our BSc (Hons) Maritime Science with Cadetship programme here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/undergraduate/maritime-science-bsc/

The University of Gibraltar's School of Maritime Science is now offering Maritime Industry focussed Micro-credentials for those looking to develop their careers in the maritime industry.

Whether you're a busy individual unable to commit to a full-fledged degree or would like to expand your knowledge on the subject, these courses are tailored to fit your needs.

Each course is delivered once a week over 12 weeks and allows for a flexible schedule to attend the in-person classes. A certificate of attendance will be awarded on successful completion. In addition, upon completion of Micro-credentials, you will also earn credits for future studies at the University of Gibraltar's School of Maritime Science.

Find out about our Micro-credentials here: https://www.unigib.edu.gi/?post_type=courses&course_type=Microcredentials&s=

Today is the inaugural Gibraltar Maritime Day - being held at the IET Savoy Place in London. Vice Chancellor of the the University, Catherine Bachleda, Head of Maritime Science School Sukhjit Singh and Maritime Academy Manager Aaron Lopez are all proudly attending this special and instrumental day - representing the University of Gibraltar and Maritime Academy, respectively.

With the University being a co-host of Gibraltar Maritime Day, along with the Gibraltar Maritime Administration and Gibraltar Port Authority, we are proud and delighted to participate and highlight the significant importance of Gibraltar's serving the maritime industry.

As of this January, the University's Maritime Academy now officially offers professional maritime training courses in partnership with Viking Maritime Group for operators who may call at Gibraltar for bunkering, crew changes and other husbandry services, as well as other interested maritime stakeholders.