PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation is a higher education degree program that deals with the study of navigation, cargo handling, stowage, control of safe operations, and care for persons on board the ship at the operational level.

It covers the competencies defined under PQF Level 6 and Table A-II/1 and some elements of Table A-II/2 of the STCW Code.

Why do we need to study BSMT?

To become a competent merchant marine officers of seagoing ships of 500 gross tonnage and above, be qualified to pursue professional advanced studies in all maritime-related fields of specialization.

Career Options for BSMT

1. Merchant Marine Profession [Captain, Chief Officer, 2^nd Officer, 3^rd Officer etc.]

2. In Maritime Industry

a. Ship building and repair

b. ship operations and management

c. port operations and management

d. Ship surveying and Inspection

e. Offshore Industry

3. Maritime Education and Training

a. Maritime Instructor

b. Maritime Assessor

c. Program Chair

d. Dean

4. Government Sector

a. Philippine Navy

b. Philippine Coast Guard

c. Maritime Industry Authority