Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre
Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre

Rodney House, 70 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, North West, United Kingdom

1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Masters - Engineering & Computing - ICAS - Transfer to Master of Science - Maritime Operations Management

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

This program consists of a pathway program offered by StudyGroup at the International Study Centre for the University of Strathclyde followed by entry into a university program offered at the University of Strathclyde. In your international foundation year, you will study courses related to your intended field of study alongside English to develop and enhance your skills as a student. Advancement into your intended program depends upon the successful completion of the pathway program.

The Pre-Masters in Engineering and Computing, you will explore and begin to understand the power of engineering and computing in the real world. While you begin to learn the technical aspects of your desired degree program, you will discover how to push the bounds of creative expression and graduate with the skills to succeed, plus the critical outlook and approach employers want.

LJMU's internationally respected Maritime Operations Management MSc offers access to a world-renowned research institute and essential contacts for your future career.

  • Study at one of the UK’s leading Maritime Schools
  • Access an international centre of excellence in maritime education and professional training 
  • Look forward to roles in consultancy, shipping company management, marine insurance management, ship broking and ship management
  • Follow a curriculum informed by world-leading research plus links with the regional Mersey Maritime cluster, and the UK-wide maritime industry
  • After graduating, enjoy exemptions from the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers chartered membership examinations
Situated in the famous port city of Liverpool, LJMU has been offering maritime education for almost 125 years. Our University is also one of the only four or five institutions in the UK where you can undertake this kind of quality Masters programme.

During your studies you will gain the tools to be an effective project manager of shipping operations. You will also have the option to study law, port security management, and risk and asset management.

You will have the opportunity to broaden your experience with employer visits and lectures from guest speakers. Industrial visits and guest lecturers are an important part of the course, enabling you to understand the latest developments in the market and build a network of important contacts.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

5.5

Writing

5.5

Listening

5.5

Speaking

5.5

Reading

59

Writing

59

Listening

59

Speaking

59

Program Intakes

Open date

September 26, 2025

Submission deadline

February 20, 2026

Open date

September 26, 2026

Submission deadline

February 20, 2027

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

6 month pathway (pre-master's) followed by a 1 year master's degree

Program Length

£15180 GBP

Cost of Living

£0 GBP

Application fee

£17375 GBP / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Deposit Fee: £1,000 (one time)
Health Insurance Fee (StudyCare): £450 per year
Administration Fee: £260 (one time)