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START YOUR JOURNEY IN THE MERCHANT NAVY

Looking to begin a career at sea? From world-class academic training in college to officer cadetships in navigation, engineering or electro-technical, there are a number of ways to start your maritime career.

INNOVATIVE REMOTE LEARNING

Innovation is at the heart of what we do, offering flexibility to suit your individual training needs, regardless of location.

COMMERCIAL COURSES

Looking to upskill in your current job, or seeking new professional opportunities? We tailor courses to suit the particular requirements of the individual or maritime organisation.

MARINE OFFSHORE SAFETY TRAINING CENTRE

Obtain your offshore and merchant navy safety certification from a high quality industry-accredited provider offering bespoke training packages to suit your needs.

CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY

Acquire the knowledge and skills you need to progress your career and equip you with the international certification required to work at sea.

VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES

Develop your VTS skills and experience using our state-of-the-art facilities. Our cutting-edge technology is designed to effectively manage vessel traffic in ports, harbours and coastal areas.

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Commander Karen Cahill and Danish colleagues

Marine experts go global for African fire safety initiative

South Shields Marine School’s experts are sparking an international fire safety collaboration into life in…

James Musgrove

Meet James Musgrove: Our newest recruit at the Marine Offshore Safety Training Centre

We were delighted to welcome the latest addition to the Marine Offshore Safety Training Centre team, James…

FPSO SEAROSE - 3D MODELLING

Future innovation as 3D marine modelling team rewrites history

South Shields Marine School’s award-winning 3D modelling team is rewriting history – but it could take some…

Simon Ashton - Principal of SSMS

In the spotlight with South Shields Marine School's new Principal

Maritime expert Simon Ashton has brought his career full circle by being named the new Principal of South…