Serving Ghana's Growing Maritime Sector
The Faculty of Maritime provides professional education for learners interested in shipping, ports, maritime services and related logistics activities. The faculty promotes operational awareness, discipline, safety consciousness and an understanding of the maritime environment — qualities essential for careers in Ghana's ports and the broader West African shipping industry.
Students develop knowledge through lectures, case studies, practical assignments, documentation exercises, presentations and industry-oriented learning activities. The case-study and documentation-exercise approach reflects the procedural and regulatory nature of maritime work.
Where a career or role is subject to external maritime regulation, licensing or medical standards, those additional requirements apply beyond the College's own entry criteria. Further education in maritime and logistics disciplines is explicitly named as a formal career direction, offering a natural pathway to higher-level maritime certification post-graduation.
Key Study Areas
Introduction to Maritime Operations
Overview of the maritime industry, shipping ecosystem, and key operational concepts.
Shipping & Port Operations
Port procedures, vessel operations, terminal management, and shipping workflows.
Maritime Logistics
Logistics chains, freight management, transport coordination, and supply chain fundamentals.
Cargo & Documentation
Cargo types, handling procedures, shipping documentation, and customs processes.
Maritime Safety Awareness
Safety regulations, emergency procedures, risk awareness, and maritime safety culture.
Customer & Service Operations
Client service in maritime contexts, communication, and professional service delivery.
Supply Chain & Transport Fundamentals
End-to-end supply chain concepts, transport modes, and logistics coordination.
Maritime Administration & Professional Practice
Administrative procedures, professional conduct, and maritime regulatory awareness.
Career Pathways
Port Operations Officer
Support vessel arrivals, cargo handling, and terminal operations at Ghana's ports.
Shipping Administrator
Handle shipping documentation, vessel coordination, and administrative logistics.
Cargo & Documentation Officer
Process cargo documentation, customs paperwork, and freight coordination.
Maritime Customer Service
Provide professional service to shipping clients, agents, and port users.
Logistics & Supply Chain Support
Coordinate transport and logistics activities across supply chain operations.
Further Maritime Education
Progress to higher-level maritime certification and professional qualifications.
Admission by Level
Certificate
Foundational maritime knowledge, port operations, and professional conduct.
Requirement
Basic secondary education or equivalent
Diploma
Technical maritime competence, shipping operations, and logistics fundamentals.
Requirement
WASSCE/SSSCE, TVET or equivalent
Advanced Diploma
Higher-level applied maritime practice, administration, and industry leadership.
Requirement
Diploma or equivalent progression requirement
Where a career or role is subject to external maritime regulation, licensing or medical standards, those additional requirements apply beyond the College's own entry criteria.
Ready to Navigate Your Maritime Career?
Contact our Admissions Office for current programme details, fees, and intake dates.