Careers in maritime
Our careers at sea open days aim to give you an insight into what a career in the maritime industry has to offer. You'll be able to find out more about the training programmes necessary to qualify as a ship's navigation, engineer or electro-technical officer in the Merchant Navy and the superyacht industry.
When
- Saturday 9th October 2021
- 9:30am - 2:00pm
Where
Solent University, East Park Terrace, Southampton, SO14 0YN.
What to expect
Our careers in maritime open day will give you an insight into what a career in the maritime industry has to offer, and the training programmes to qualify as a ship's navigation (deck), engineer or electro-technical officer in the Merchant Navy and on superyachts.
Many of the major British shipping companies and recruitment and training companies who recruit cadets will be available to give information about the career opportunities they offer. Our teaching staff are also on hand to talk about the academic side of training.
You'll also be able to take a tour of our campus and residences, watch a variety of general presentations and speak to our teams about accommodation options, applying and enrolling, student support, funding and much more!
The programme of events will be sent to you in advance.
Got questions?
Contact us by using the email or telephone number below.
Summer campus tours
You will be guided around our university campus and facilities in groups by our Student Ambassadors. We are continuing to review our provision for our on-campus tours, in line with Covid-19 restrictions. Should we need to cancel your on-campus tour, then we will offer you a virtual event alternative.
Exhibitors
Many of the major British shipping companies and training management companies who recruit cadets will be available to give you information about the career opportunities they offer and answer any questions you may have. Here is a list of exhibitors attending our upcoming open day:
You'll also be able to attend general presentations about studying with us, as well as speak to our teams about accommodation options, student support, and more.
