Program Overview

Introduction to Maritime Science and Technology

The Maritime Science and Technology program is a three-year undergraduate course offered by the University of Genoa. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the maritime industry, including navigation, engineering, and management.

Program Overview

The program is divided into two curricula: one focused on navigation and the other on engineering. The navigation curriculum covers the competencies specified in sections A-II/1 and A-II/2 of the STCW Convention, while the engineering curriculum covers the competencies specified in sections A-III/1, A-III/2, and A-III/6.

Program Objectives

The primary objective of the program is to train officers and technicians to manage ships and work in the maritime industry. The program aims to provide students with a strong foundation in scientific and technical disciplines, as well as practical skills and knowledge of the maritime industry.

Curriculum

The program consists of 180 CFU, with 45 CFU dedicated to basic activities and 135 CFU dedicated to characterizing activities. The program includes a period of training on board ships, which can be replaced by a internship in a maritime company.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as navigation officers, engineering officers, or electro-technical officers. They can also work in management positions in the maritime industry or pursue further studies in related fields.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program is open, and students must meet the requirements specified by the University of Genoa. International students must also meet the requirements for international admissions.

Language

The program is taught entirely in English, which is the official language of the maritime industry.

Department

The program is offered by the Department of Naval, Electrical, Electronic, and Telecommunications Engineering (DITEN) of the University of Genoa.

Contacts

For more information about the program, students can contact the Student Office - Secretariat of the Engineering Department.

Program Details

• Code: 11929
• Type: Three-year undergraduate course
• Duration: 3 years
• CFU: 180
• Class: L-28
• Access: Open access
• Location: Genoa
• Language: English
• Teaching method: Conventional
• Coordinator: Alessio Tei
• Department: DITEN

What You Will Learn

The program covers a range of topics, including:

• Navigation and ship management
• Engineering and technical disciplines
• Maritime law and regulations
• Safety and security procedures
• Communication and teamwork skills

Career Paths

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Navigation and ship management
• Engineering and technical roles
• Management positions in the maritime industry
• Further studies in related fields

International Opportunities

The program offers international opportunities, including:

• Study abroad programs
• Internships in maritime companies
• Collaboration with international partners

Research Areas

The program covers research areas, including:

• Maritime safety and security
• Ship design and construction
• Navigation and communication systems
• Maritime law and regulations

Facilities and Resources

The program has access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including:

• Simulation centers
• Laboratories
• Libraries and databases
• Industry partnerships and collaborations