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Cardiff University: Maritime Business and International Trade

Institution Cardiff University View institution profile
Department Cardiff Business School
Web www.cardiff.ac.uk
Email enquiry@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone +44 (0)29 2087 4455
Study type Taught

Summary

Chart your course for global career success, exploring the economic, social, and environmental impacts of maritime business while developing skills to become a leader in the maritime industry.

Industry insights Access industry intelligence, career advice, training and workshops with our CILT membership.

Research in practice Guest speakers and field trips provide real-life insights on shipping research and practice.

Professional accreditation Benefit from key, industry-specific accreditations, such as the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS).

International networking Join a global network of alumni who studied our course.

Explore the core theories and practice of maritime economics, chartering aspects and relevant contracts, on our Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) programme.

With the educational and professional needs of the competitive global shipping industry in mind, we combine high-quality research with practical application. You’ll have access to key databases, including Clarksons’ Shipping Intelligence Network, Lloyd’s List, Eikon Refinitiv, and Bloomberg.

You’ll gain deep understanding of the financial aspects of shipping, including investment appraisal and financing strategies. You’ll examine the evolving role of ports and key concepts and practices in multimodal transport.

Learning from both academic and consultancy expertise, you’ll attend field trips in shipping companies, ports, and organisations, such as the International Maritime Organisation, seeing the practical application of the theories you learn about in the classroom.

You’ll get to know professionals from the global shipping industry who visit us as guest speakers, build relationships and explore career opportunities.

Accreditations Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS)

MSc

Cardiff University

Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while enjoying a wide variety of courses that can be tailored to any aspirations. 

Academic excellence and global reputation

Ranked 22nd in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2026) and 181st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026), Cardiff University is recognised for its outstanding teaching and research. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), …

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