Join our legacy of success.
 
The maritime industry is the engine of global commerce, and DUT is training the next generation of maritime leaders. Our comprehensive programs in shipping & logistics, and nautical studies, combined with our state-of-the-art simulator lab (a DUT exclusive) and expert faculty, provide students with unparalleled learning opportunities, including practical experience integrated into our curriculum.
 
Our department boasts a rich history of contributing to the maritime sector, with alumni making history navigating the seas as captains, tug masters, and navigation officers, and achieving significant strides in shipping companies, port authorities, and logistics firms worldwide. Students also could travel and become part of a global maritime community through our Winter Exchange Programs.
 
From seafarers and shipping agents to port managers and logistics experts, a DUT Maritime Studies degree opens doors to a world of possibilities. We also partner with industry, offering continuing professional development through short courses and postgraduate programs, ensuring professionals stay ahead of the curve. Choose DUT Maritime Studies and invest in a future where the possibilities are as vast as the ocean itself.

Vision

To be at the forefront of maritime education and training in South Africa

Mission Statement

EDUCATE – Through student centeredness, general education and the attainment of graduate attributes.

DEVELOP – Post graduate qualifications to meet the demands of South Africa’s Blue Economy.

ENGAGE – With maritime communities – nationally and internationally.

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