The sea shapes our lives in countless ways — from the ships that bring us goods to the ecosystems that keep our planet healthy. At the University of Malta, you can explore how to protect our oceans, design cleaner ships, build underwater technology, and manage ports of the future.
Marine and maritime careers bring together science, engineering, and sustainability. Whether you imagine yourself as a scientist, innovator, or leader, these opportunities let you solve real-world challenges and make a lasting impact on our planet.
At the University of Malta, you can explore marine and maritime careers that focus on protecting oceans, designing cleaner ships, and developing underwater technology. These fields combine science, engineering, and sustainability, allowing you to address real-world challenges and make a lasting impact.
Hey, future ocean explorer! Did you ever wonder how we can keep our oceans healthy and full of life? What about building amazing ships or cool underwater robots? The University of Malta has some awesome joint programmes for when you're older that can teach you all about it!
Become a Super Scientist!
Learn how to protect our oceans from pollution and help save the fish and other sea creatures!
Explore the amazing world of the ocean and learn how everything is connected.
Discover how to find new ways to use the ocean's resources without hurting the planet.
Become a Master of the Seas!
Learn how to manage busy ports and get giant ships to their destinations safely.
Discover how to use new technology to make shipping faster and more eco-friendly!
Imagine being in charge of a big port and making sure everything runs smoothly.
Become a Planet Protector!
Learn how to be a leader and help businesses become more eco-friendly.
Explore how to make sure our planet stays healthy for everyone.
This program teaches you to solve big problems and help people work together for a better future.
Become a Research Hero!
Join a team of scientists to solve the ocean's biggest mysteries.
Work with people from all over the world to find new ways to keep our seas clean and healthy.
This is for you if you love asking "why?" and want to find solutions to big, real-world problems.
Thinking about your next step? The University of Malta, as part of the SEA-EU alliance, offers some joint specialised programmes to kickstart your studies to pursue a career in marine and maritime studies.
Bachelor of Sustainable Blue Economy (SeaBluE)
This is a joint bachelor's programme focused on solving real-world marine challenges like pollution and climate change.
Learning outcomes:
How to tackle global challenges like marine pollution and overfishing.
Skills for careers in marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, and maritime policy.
A holistic understanding of marine ecosystems and sustainable economic growth.
The cool part:
It’s taught entirely in English.
You'll develop skills that are adaptive and transferable.
SeaBluE includes a required 12-month period where students move between different schools and workplaces, giving them hands-on experience in a variety of settings.
More information about this course can be found online.
Master's in Port Management and Logistics (MIPMAL)
Ready to lead in the dynamic world of maritime logistics? The MIPMAL program is co-developed with Port Authorities and prepares you for leadership roles in port operations and sustainable transport systems.
What you’ll learn:
Expertise in digital logistics, energy transitions, port management, and law relevant to port and shipping operations.
Study at five different coastal universities in Europe.
The cool part:
Combines academic excellence with industry collaboration.
Taught fully in English over two years.
A mandatory 12-month mobility period is included.
More information about this course can be found online.
Master's in Sustainability Transition for Organisations and Resilience Management (STORM)
Looking to be a change-maker? This Master's program trains future leaders to manage environmental and organisational transitions. You'll gain a transdisciplinary knowledge base from natural sciences, humanities, and management. You’ll also study in at least two universities, starting in Split, Croatia.
What you’ll learn:
How to lead sustainable change in organisations.
Develop key competencies like environmental sustainability, strategic resilience, and innovation.
The cool part:
It's a two-year program taught entirely in English.
Fee waivers are available for 12 students based on academic merit.
Get real-world experience with an internship or research project in a country you haven’t studied in yet. You’ll also visit companies and join conferences to see how it all works in real life!
More information about this course can be found online.
