BSc Shipping and Port Management
About this course
BSc (Hons) Shipping and Port Management is an undergraduate degree spanning Business and Supply Chain Management and Planning, Property and Environmental Management, focusing on the global maritime trade network. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, and Accounting. The curriculum is informed by industry consultation and offers options for a foundation year or an industrial placement year. The first year introduces fundamental concepts through compulsory modules such as Shipping Business, Global Trades, Data Science, Shipping Economics, Vessel Operations, and Maritime Organisations. The second year builds upon these foundations with compulsory modules covering Ship Management and Operations, Carriage of Goods by Sea, Port and Terminal Management, Accounting for Decision Making, and Principles of Logistics, alongside optional choices including Work Placement, Chartering Practice, and Maritime Innovation and Technology. The final year focuses on advanced study and specialization through compulsory modules like Dissertation, Strategic Management, Supply Chain Management, and Maritime Sustainability, alongside optional modules in Financial Management and Maritime Law.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS tariff points From A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent , which comply with the minimum requirement of 104 UCAS points. A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered in conjunction with other qualifications. Entry to year two may be offered to those with an HND or foundation degree in an appropriate subject. For further information about UK qualifications, please contact admissions.
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What students say
Based on about 30 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Gained a higher qualification: 45%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 10%
- London: 15%
- South East: 55%
- South West: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 45%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- Other qualifications: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- CILT accreditation offers the students an introduction to a professional body. Students studying on an accredited course will receive an exemption from the academic requirements for membership at either Chartered Member or membership level of the CILT. It may also reduce the length of experience that they would also require.
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Shipping Business
- Global Trades
- Data Science
- Shipping Economics
- Vessel Operations
- Maritime Organisations
- Ship Management and Operations
- Carriage of Goods by Sea
- Port and Terminal Management
- Accounting for Decision Making
- Principles of Logistics
- Work Placement
- Chartering Practice
- Maritime Innovation and Technology
- Dissertation
- Strategic Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Maritime Sustainability
- Financial Management
- Maritime Law
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £50,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £6,000 more than the UK median for Technology (other).
What do graduates of BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University?
97% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University?
The average entrant had 88 UCAS points.
Is BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University accredited?
Yes. CILT accreditation offers the students an introduction to a professional body. Students studying on an accredited course will receive an exemption from the academic requirements for membership at either Chartered Member or membership level of the CILT. It may also reduce the length of experience that they would also require. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS).
Does BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Shipping and Port Management at Solent University?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.