Interested in finding out about a career where you can travel the world, get well paid and get a degree but have no student loan debt to repay?
Our maritime careers open events will allow you to discover the valuable skills, knowledge and experiences that a career as an officer in the maritime industry can provide and understand the training programmes needed to qualify as an officer in the Merchant Navy.
These events are open to anyone interested in a career at sea.
Careers event dates 2025
Click the link to register to attend:
Thursday 27 November 2025 - 13.30 - 17.00
Careers event dates 2026
Click the link to register to attend:
Saturday 7 February 2026 - 10.30 - 14.30
Thursday 16 July 2026 - 13.30 - 17.00
Career paths available:
- Nautical Science (Deck) Cadetship - up to BSc
- Marine Engineering Cadetship - up to BEng
- Marine Electrical and Electronics Engineering - up to BEng
What's on offer on the day?
You can look around of our world class facilities:
- classrooms/workshops
- marine engineering centre
- electro-technical lab
- halls of residence
And see demos in our:
- environmental pool
- bridge simulators
- engine room simulators
What else will there be?
You will be able to talk to our tutors, meet key members of our team and hear our current students talk about their experiences.
The programme for the day will be sent to you in advance if you have registered to attend, so you can plan to get the most out of your visit.
Get sponsored!
We'll also have sponsoring shipping and training companies here for you to talk to about gaining sponsorship for your studies. With career paths in nautical science (deck), marine engineering and electro-technical, there's something for everyone!
We look forward to welcoming you on campus!
